Tip: What are the Differences Between: Antique, Primitive, Vintage, Retro & Collectible An “Antique” is an item 100 years old or older that is of considerable value due to age, condition and historical value. A “Primitive” is usually a hand-made piece made out of necessity by early settlers such as a churn, table or utility …
Tag Archive: Antique
Jun 12
June is in Full Swing!
Summer is upon us. This June, get out and see some treasures. We’ve made planning easy with day trips to towns that have lots to see. See the map for each area, complete with directions and places to visit in the print magazine and on articles here online. Or, visit the interactive version and have …
May 16
In search of Antiques, Art and Collectible Treasure In East Texas
This is likely more than a day’s drive around East Texas, but whether you start with one city or visit the Business Directory to plan your trip, when you visit the places on this map, you’ll be sure to find your next treasure. View East Texas Treasure Map in a larger map
May 14
Key Antiques & Collectibles opens in Tyler with a warehouse full of treasures!
Key Antiques & Collectibles Buy and Sell Antiques & Select Consignments Antiques, Collectibles, Lamps, Signs, Toys, Quilts, Jewelry, China, Head Vases, Singer Sewing Machines, Furniture, Art, Primitives, Garden, Décor, Glassware: Vaseline, Fenton, Blenko, Pilgrim and more … A HUGE Selection to browse both inside and outside their spacious warehouse! NOW OPEN Wed – Fri …
May 13
Stonewall Jackson’s: Armory and World Coin Gallery Open for Business in Mineola – Free Offer!
The Grand Opening of Stonewall Jackson’s Armory and World Coin Gallery was held Saturday April 13 in Downtown Mineola featuring a live art performance by Jared Watson, “the silver man,” live interviews on KMOO and more than 1,000 Morgan silver dollars. Whether you are new to coin collecting or a seasoned veteran, this new …
May 01
May 2013 Issue Now Available
It seems everyone is out in their yard planting flowers, and we’ve noticed a change in “what’s hot” in yard art. You still see the staples of bird houses hanging from tree limbs and cast-iron bean pots filled with pansies, but we’ve been spotting a few more antique tractors and farm implements decorating the great …
Apr 10
Care Tip: Antique Glass
Do not store glass in direct sunlight, especially clear glass pieces that contain magnesia oxide, which will turn purple when exposed to ultraviolet rays. Handle glass with clean, bare hands, free of rings or other jewelry that can cause scratches. Never apply any sort of tape to the glass. Tape can leave a film that …
Mar 08