Tag Archives: Antiques

The thrill of the hunt: Final in a Three-Part Series, “Why Buy Antiques?”

Posted on May 31, 2013 by sarathurston

You could go to Macy’s or Target and get a complete set of very nice wine glasses in less than an hour. You could get a nice picture for the wall over your sofa from a local framing gallery or … Continue reading →

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Of antiques, fakes and murder.

Posted on February 23, 2013 by sarathurston

Does something “bong” in your chest when you see an antique or terrific collectible? If you love antiques and all things old, you might enjoy Jonathan Gash’s famous “Lovejoy” series of mysteries. The books, about 24 in all, were made … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Antiques

The thrill of the hunt: Final in a Three-Part Series, “Why Buy Antiques?”

Of antiques, fakes and murder.

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