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Pushing Tin: How germs created today’s hot collectibles.
It all began with the idea of cleanliness. Prior to Louis Pasteur’s breakthrough discovery that germs caused disease, most people weren’t too concerned about cleanliness and sanitation. But once people bought into the connection between dirty hands and food, they … Continue reading
Posted in Antiques, Collectibles, Etsy, Promotional and Advertising Items
Tagged American Can Company, antique advertising tins, Bristol Ware, Canco tins, Chein Industries, dancing nymphs tin, Etsy, Globe Soap tin, Lipton Tea tin, Patterson's Seal tin, reproduction tins, Roly Poly tins, soap flakes tins, tin boxes, Tindeco, tobacco tins, vintage tins, Yankee Boy tin
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What’s a fair price for a vintage or antique item?
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
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What is a “rare” item – and how much is it worth?
I’m sure anyone who is interested in selling vintage items comes across this problem on occasion. I know I have. I recently tried to find a fair selling price for a 1977 Fleetwood Mac promotional mirror promoting their “Rumours” album. … Continue reading