FAQ: Antique Buyers Chicago?

Where can I sell antiques in Chicago?

Best Antique Buyers in Chicago, IL

• B J Antiques. 7.0 mi. 5 reviews.
• A&R Estate Buyers. 2.5 mi. 107 reviews.
• Chicago Estate Advisors. 3.0 mi. 12 reviews.
• Chicago Gold Gallery. 6.5 mi. 26 reviews.
• Broadway Antique Market. 6.1 mi. 99 reviews.
• Direct Auction Galleries. 7.5 mi. 34 reviews.
• Juju’s Vintage Antique & Resale Shoppe. 9.9 mi. 46 reviews.
• Toomey & Co Auctioneers. 6.2 mi.

Who wants to buy my antiques?

10 Best places to sell antiques and collectibles

• RubyLane. RubyLane is the place to sell your antiques if you are a semi-pro antique aficionado.
• Tias. A very simple site that has not been updated in a long time.
• Auction houses.
• Amazon.
• Craigslist.
• Etsy.
• Flea markets.
• Antique shops.

How can you tell if a antique is valuable?

Look for Marks and Signatures The first step in identifying and valuing antiques and collectibles is often determining the maker of the item by researching a mark or signature. It’s very common to find marks on costume jewelry, for instance, they’re just really small and often hidden in an obscure spot.

How do you sell a house full of antiques?

I suggest you hand pick the most valuable items and research selling them one or a few at a time. These could go to specialty dealers, high-end auction houses or private collectors. Do as much research as possible to find the market value of these items and the right people to help you sell them.

What is the best way to sell antiques and collectibles?

These are the best ways to sell antiques and collectibles locally:

1. Consignment Shop. A consignment shop differs from a regular antique shop because all the items inside are listed for sale on consignment.
2. Directly to a Dealer.
3. Newspaper Listing.
4. Craigslist.
5. Flea Market.
6. Garage Sale.
7. Estate Sale.
8. Auctions.

How do I sell my old antiques?

Once you have a price in mind, you have several options for selling your item.

1. Seek a specialized online dealer. You can find dealers specializing in everything from antique dolls and coins to cards and clothing.
2. Sell the items yourself.
3. Sell to a local antiques or collectible store (if open).

What is the most sought after antique?

10 Most Valuable Antiques and Collectibles of All Time

• 01 of 10. Ru Guanyao Brush Washer Bowl.
• 02 of 10. Record-Breaking Persian Rug.
• 03 of 10. Patek Philippe Supercomplication Pocket Watch.
• 04 of 10. Elizabeth Taylor’s La Peregrina Pearl Necklace by Cartier.
• 05 of 10. Robby the Robot Movie Prop.
• 06 of 10. Honus Wagner Baseball Card.
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What old stuff is worth money?

So to help you along, here are 15 old things in your house that could be worth a fortune.

• DAVID BOWIE’S DIAMOND DOGS VINYL.
• RETRO VIDEO GAMES.
• ANYTHING POLLY POCKET.
• VINTAGE COMICS THAT INSPIRED TODAY’S MOVIES AND TV SHOWS.
• VINTAGE ADVERTISING SIGNS.
• BOY SCOUT MEMORABILIA.
• POKÉMON CARDS.
• KANSAS QUARTERS.

How do I find out if something is worth money?

Visit an online database. Look for online databases that offer pricing information for your item. Use your preferred search engine, type in your item, and then include the word database. For instance, if you search “antiques database” there are many results that list prices of collectibles.

How do you sell a house full of everything?

Tips for selling items from your house full of stuff:

1. Compare the online auction sites based on their fees and audience.
2. Reach a larger pool of buyers on social media.
3. Find the right online marketplace or mall or app.
4. Know the right places to sell your electronics.

Can I backout of buying a house after inspection?

Most of the time, the purchase contract will allow you an “out” if, after completing your home inspection, you decide the house just isn’t right for you. So long as you notify the seller of your intent prior to the deadline and by the method specified in the contract, you should get your earnest money back in full.

How do you liquidate an antique?

You can sell your antiques privately, through online auction sites or through online advertising. For more expensive items, you can consider an auction house where the auctioneer is licensed and bonded, and makes a commission on the items sold.