Category Archives: Majolica

Underneath the plate: Ironstone, Stoneware and Earthenware – Final in a Two-Part Series

Posted on June 6, 2013 by sarathurston

OK, so it said “ironstone.” It did, right on the back of my Mason’s pin dish. But I still thought of it as porcelain. It was a plate! It looked like porcelain, it felt like porcelain – what did I … Continue reading →

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What’s a fair price for a vintage or antique item?

Posted on April 10, 2013 by sarathurston

Most of us who sell old things struggle to find a price that’s not too cheap or too expensive. That’s because most of us adore antiques and want to share them with others. We love the way they look, feel … Continue reading →

Posted in Antiques, Art, Ephemera, Fairings, First Edition Books, Glass, Imari, Majolica, Music, Porcelain, Promotional and Advertising Items, Real or Fake?, Tobacciana, Toleware, Vintage and Antique Furniture, Vintage clothing, Vintage Jewelry, Vintage Toys, Why Are Antiques Important? | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Granny’s majolica: Is it worth $20,000 or $20?

Posted on February 22, 2013 by sarathurston

Many of us have a piece of majolica laying around somewhere. We’ve been told that it’s worth a fortune. It may be. Then again, it may be worth less than $100. But how can you tell? First, make sure it’s authentic. … Continue reading →

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