VALUING VINTAGE BARGAINS! | APPRAISAL FAIR | ANTIQUE HEIRLOOMS

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I mis-stated that .585 is 18k gold! It is, in fact, 14k gold.

[@OriginalNethead]

9K is 37.5 percent and German 8K is .333 if that's any use. British 9K shows up here sometimes, but the German standard doesn't qualify as gold under US standards. Melts just fine though. I forget the numbers for 20k and 21k etc.

[@mikki3961]

I guess I am fortunate, mentioned to my son that the thought of my china going to a thrift store saddened me. He looked at me as if I was crazy and stated thrift store? I am keeping it for myself and I will pass it to my oldest. My niece chimed in I want the tea cup collection! My son is 33 and my niece is 24.

[@bobbyneal8913]

Great when the kids and gr kids know about or are interested in items. That way you kinda know who wants what!

[@Chereese0808]

Aww.. that's wonderful. Family heirlooms. 💞

[@kjbcvintage]

George you are always teaching us. I enjoyed this and learned a lot too. I love how you include stories about each piece! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us George! 🙂 Kaci

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I'm really excited that you care to know

[@george.carrasco]

Great appraisal fair video George! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I like doing these!

[@loisfolk5492]

Thank you. Your videos are so informative. Lots to remember. I have been collecting since 1970 and I have lots of stuff. Lots of Roseville and McCoy pottery. I could go hunting everyday of the week and not be bored. I see it at an antique shop but buy at yard sales and resale shops. Love love love old stuff and now I know more about my collections. Thanks. ☮️✌️✌️❤️. Edit. I have given away valuable stuff because people told me I had too much. They were wrong. you can never had too much. I keep it dusted and move displayed around for rainy day fun. So there !!!

[@Chereese0808]

Well that was a nice show. I really enjoyed learning the history of such a variety of items. Mahalo again George and to those who shared their pieces. ♡

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Our pleasure! I hope things are okay for you in Hawaii, it's been rough

[@LisaCates-j8i]

Me too 😊

[@deanab563]

I just love your communication style, your depth of knowledge, and the fact that you are taking us along when you on your journeys! Thanks so much!

[@deblepley7755]

It’s always a fun time watching you price people’s treasures, especially when the value is so much better than they were expecting. The fact they are getting a history on their item is actually the best part❣️

[@galerae947]

I daily use a Pope-Gosser china that was discontinued in 1941. I bought 90 pieces for $50 and can easily replace pieces because it was a popular pattern produced in large quanities. I love the elegant weight and feel of the pieces, and have no problem hand washing because of the gold rim and hand painting.

[@kw2756]

I so enjoy watching any video you’re in or that you produce. I appreciate the excitement you have when being shown an item you know little about, that you can talk with the owner or someone else who knows about it. It’s a great learning experience for you, and I’m grateful that your ego doesn’t keep you from sharing new info that you have learned. I think it’s marvelous that you have the desire to travel to different places to learn about subcultures in the USA and items they created or used to make their lives easier in the time they were alive. Finally, the history about items is

[@kw2756]

…so interesting to me

[@kw2756]

…I really enjoy learning about what different items were used for in different parts of our country and how used have changed throughout the years. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! You make learning fun. I especially appreciate how you’re able to keep your cool if you’re frustrated or puzzled by people you converse with. Professional presentation keeps me coming back! Thx again.

[@southernmermaid2526]

👋🏼 George, I liked what you said at the end about trying to preserve our history. 💙

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you! It's important to me anyway

[@questionauthority4038]

Yes, I agree, too. A few years ago I scaled down drastically. I asked my daughter to come and take what she wanted. The rest was sold and donated. I have a small but lovely collection of small dolls and Steiff animals from the 40s, 50s, and early 60s all in pristine condition. I was dismayed when she decided not to take them. I couldn't bear to sell or donate them so I do still have them. Fortunately, as I mentioned, it is a small collection that takes up very little space and I can enjoy them. Maybe my daughter will have a change of heart after my passing and decide to keep them after all.

[@erinnkemp]

Thanks George!

[@SisterShirley]

George, I do believe I detected a blush on your face when the ladies were giving you applause. A well-deserved round of applause. 😊

[@bethjohnson5730]

Your depth of knowledge is always astounding. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@Msviolet65]

Thank you George, this was a delight to watch! Very informative! I think those ladies enjoyed you!

[@danielclaeys7598]

Done went and missed you tonight, was teaching art to a four year old girl and then went to give a demonstration to Random Act of Flowers. It's a non-profit that takes flowers from weddings, parties and overstock from florists and reworks them to deliver to rest homes, VAs and the like. Anyways, catching you on the rerun.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Both of those are really cool things of you to do! I'm impressed. I just figured Lorna Lee and Edna James had your attention helping Earl Jane put on her bunion cream.

[@lizmcevilly9222]

What a good person you are!

[@judymelchert3966]

I enjoy your videos. You aways give so much helpful information.

[@Deborah4Antiques]

A genuine pleasure George.

[@ninasgriccia4652]

George, this was wonderful and so informative. You rock!!

[@susandesilets6320]

Hi George, I just have a thought. It happens now and then. It amazing to me that so many antiques are so inexpensive. These items lived though history for over 100 years. Its amazing to me that they even made it in one piece. I'm a collector and truly enjoy your knowledge of antiques and vintage. Im lucky if I can remember my name these days. Happy smiling days to you.😊

[@questionauthority4038]

Susan, I feel exactly the same. Why so many antiques will survive three times longer than I will, or more. And, unlike humans who become gray and wrinkled over time, many of these treasures remain as lovely as the day they were made.

[@twistoffate4791]

It really is truly surprising that so many of these items are inexpensive. There are so many reasons why one would think they would be priced higher. It's the changing of the times that wreaks havoc on this industry.

[@kansaikennels]

Well done! Such a nice pace and informative....

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you!

[@kimeverhart6253]

George, I really admire your knowledge base of all things vintage, antique, old and valuable. You also present your knowledge in a way that is pleasant and easy for everyone to understand. You really are a gifted teacher. I hope that you have been extremely successful in your estate appraisal business because you deserve to have been so!! Thank you for sharing so much with us!!

[@natsomething0]

So incredible how ahead of her time Zeisel was in her designs. The patterns may read MC, but the lines of those pieces are still so fresh.

[@eg8419]

I love your lively, informative show. Would you ever do a session on how to clean old ,dirty items ? Thank you Eve G.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I hope to do a treatise on that subject soon!

[@sallyreames7698]

I love your knowledge and your passion.

[@nanak2025]

The amount of knowledge you have is amazing! i'm a new subscriber and loving it! you are a wonder!

[@AHappyMomof4]

I really enjoy your knowledge of antiques. I appreciate the history of each piece and learn so much from your videos. I watch other people’s videos but they only shop for items.....they don’t share their knowledge on why they are or aren’t buying certain things. Thanks for your time in sharing!!!

[@sarahj.8372]

I love the Bouquet Classic piece by Eva Zisel..... and her history and story..RIP. And the daughter of the man who made the sample pieces. Always wonderful are your shows...this was fun for the club.

[@sandymilton2508]

You are a font of knowledge! Amazing.☺

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thanks!

[@maryanderson3542]

Great video! You are a natural teacher, George!

[@shawnzimmerman7264]

George I love your videos…I learn soooo much from you…thank you for taking us along…be safe 💙

[@maryarenas498]

I'm glad you we're able to do the pricing for this group

[@janetwentz3259]

How interesting your knowledge is about the items. I’m sure the women just loved you. You are such a good public speaker. 😊❤️😊

[@mimipitts3839]

ThNks George! Always a treat!♥️

[@wandawatson7843]

Always the gentleman. 👍🇨🇦🤗

[@debd353]

Great presentation! You are a born teacher, George.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Oh thanks I just like sharing info

[@sandramalone3522]

George, you have no idea how informative this video was for me. I've been collecting for years so I know a little bit about a few things, yet I learned so much more from you. You have such a wonderful way of speaking, you're just so fluid in your way if speaking with great explanations so thank you for that. I live in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, so if you're ever in town let me know if you go 'treasure hunting' here. Thanks again, Sandra.

[@lynnepie25]

I had time to watch this video today. This was really fun and informative. They really brought a variety of items.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thanks! I thought it was a fun one too

[@maramakesjournals2319]

Fascinating! I enjoyed the video very much. Thanks!

[@_JanetLouise]

You're looking good! How do you keep so much info in your brain?!?

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Good question! I just enjoy and work around this a lot so I retain it

[@_JanetLouise]

@@TheAntiqueNomad 30+ years of experience?! impressive!

[@tammywalton3819]

Thank You for sharing all your knowledge, and making it so fun and interesting 😊

[@sylviajones4907]

Looking good, George. Great show!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you so much on both counts!

[@sylviajones4907]

@@TheAntiqueNomad You are welcome.

[@susanalfieri4487]

OMG...George, you were in my area this month & I didn't know. Bummer! Love the book. For many years, I worked for a publisher that has been in business since 1807. Old things make me extremely happy, especially when they've been well-loved and well-cared-for. I just sold an Eastlake sofa that had been my great-grandmother's, but I just didn't have a place for it. Don't worry though, I kept many of her smaller items & will love & cherish them.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I’m still in Florida doing shows, this weekend at Renningers Mt Dora and the first March weekend in west palm beach

[@sunnygardner1246]

George is awesome.

[@lauragoodman3378]

Thank you, this was very interesting. I love the information

[@martisteele6542]

Another great video.....you are so kind and giving with your knowledge, thank you so much!

[@barbaragahimer2314]

Just wanted to tell you how nice you looked in your sweater I'm sure all the women were impressed Take care ❤️

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you! Now I just need pants that fit lol. We had fun together

[@twistoffate4791]

The ponytail was pulled back with perfection as well. The pants looked great with the sweater. Well done.

[@dianasnyder8200]

Love your Appraising other people's other people's antiques ! Thank you for doing this video!

[@debispilker4392]

Thanks for the videos!

[@gioiacasterline4835]

Love watching you George your knowledge is amazing.

[@Korenscollections]

Thanks George, a great video.👍

[@jedaholmberg3211]

Love listening to your histories!

[@donnahughes8409]

Always fun to watch your appraisals George

[@jangoodwin4196]

Didn't quite make it into the chat, but watched!! Great time, George!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

That's great, I"m glad you enjoyed it!

[@leanndoolin4284]

I loved this! Thanks for posting George. I learn so much from you!!

[@deblepley7755]

Yay

[@lynnedelacy2841]

So much background knowledge- very interesting Thanks

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! The appraisal fairs are a deeper dive into things that I enjoy doing

[@carolegernett4351]

I have learned so much from you! Keep on

[@karentrader9569]

I really enjoyed this, George. Thank you!

[@juliepitts4440]

Love your channel, thank you!

[@lizagoldman7857]

Another great show thank you

[@bekind21another]

What a brainiac you are!! Love your channels! ❤️❤️

[@Rose39M]

Thank you George! Always amazed at your knowledge and I so enjoy watching your videos.

[@cynthiaoxley4930]

Great explanations, one day I will get to go to an event where you are! God bless

[@heatherbernhardt4439]

Hi, The Birk's cocktail container with the recipes was probably made by Birk's, Canada's equivalent to Tiffiny's.

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

Thank you George for the show and preserving some of our history. I enjoy the detailed stories and the knowledge you share.

[@christinegracefrances2018]

Loved your video. I have a pair of real Roseville vases my parents received as a wedding gift in 1942. They are an acquired taste! I contemplated selling them but will probably not. I so enjoy your videos.!

[@pattig2750]

I could listen to you all day.....but somebody has to make dinner..😁.lol. But seriously your knowledge is astounding. Thank you.

[@lindaw5766]

Im sorry Im late to the appraisal show but now that I watched it YOU are amazing with your wealth of knowledge. Ive been following you for awhile And I like your channel!

[@thomascabral8443]

thank you so much George

[@celieneohara521]

The blue ceramic "teapot" is actually a refrigerator jug! You'd mostly keep water in it. I suppose you could keep other beverages cold, too! Lids are often missing.

[@marylhere]

Westinghouse had Hall design refrigerator ware for their appliances. I have two rectangular covered dishes (big ones) that I love and got cheap before they were “collectable”. I also have two large periwinkle pots that I think they used to blowtorch metal in at work…they were going to throw them away. Not a mark on them.

[@marisueavery1315]

Your knowledge of these items is absolutely amazing. I just bought a 1980 World Series jacket from your EBay store. My son will be so happy. He lives in Ireland and I think it will be a show stopper.

[@trinacerk7608]

Love the appraisal you do. Great job with all of your history facts.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Thank you! I try to make it interesting as I can

[@reginaclark1816]

That was really fun! I am going to look for a TR book! Thanks for all the info. I love it all.

[@BohemiaGirl331]

love love when you do these videos

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I sure like doing these too!

[@ElsaInCa]

Brand new subscriber. I’m not a collector, but am interested in history - and you’re very knowledgeable and interesting!

[@bonnieikamas1201]

First of all, I’m grateful for your expertise and ability to share! I adore your videos and watch them ASAP! I have an important question. My in-laws gave me a beautiful squash blossom necklace about twenty years ago and I wore it a lot when I was working but now I seldom do. It has turquoise blossoms. I have it displayed and the silver is tarnished. Do you know of a safe and reliable way for me to polish it efficiently?? Thanks so very much!

[@afolsom685]

I love how informative and educational these videos are. And fun. I always see a few things I like. Thanks!

[@debthern]

Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing.

[@janetgies8698]

The pretty China Service would be enjoyed by Shabby Chic fans. I would have fun decorating with these beautiful pieces!

[@maria-californiathrifter4025]

This was so much fun to watch.

[@tracyhasty6506]

I had the chef chalkware head, until an earthquake. Really enjoyed your appraisal fair!

[@darnyarner3782]

Very interesting, as usual.

[@jamiecocozza231]

George, you are so knowledgeable in so many area's of antiques. You amaze me with your knowledge!!!!!!! Do you ever come to New Jersey? It would be great to meet you if you did. I have so many vintage and maybe antique items that I would love to know more about!!!!!!!!!

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

I hope to get there this spring or summer!

[@mw10259]

23:00 I HAVE FOUR OF THOSE BOSSON CHALKWARE WALL HANGERS

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Awesome george, thanks!

[@chrismaraccini8108]

You are so good at what you do, please don't forget to put out there when you are going to be in the Chicago area this year. Thank you

[@laraemitchell9064]

Watching replay. Sorry I missed you earlier. • very interesting about the applied gold on the porcelain being painted but not fired. When I was doing some China painting and ceramics, we had a liquid gold that we put on after the piece was fired, then it had to be fired again at a low temp. This stuff was very dark and nasty before firing. It had real gold in it. It would come out bright and shiny like jewelry afterward. I suspect it was nasty d/t chemicals ( maybe even mercury) to keep the gold in liquid suspension so it could be applied. I’m probably lucky I didn’t croak from some of this stuff. Lots of the glazes contained lead, and I used to “point” my brushes by licking them. Like the watch face painters.

[@Doing_It_Wrong]

Just listed some Taos salt & pepper shakers yesterday! (We have a ton of Mirage that we're keeping as well. IMO Treasure Craft is extremely underrated as a brand.)

[@rosamerla1534]

Great episode George, the chalk ware head piece is so well made. My goodness you can see each tooth. Your intelligence just amazes me George.

[@ladytron1724]

I had an aunt that had one of those bossun heads,frightened the life out of me as a child.😂😂😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@marylhere]

“Oh no you don’t not my good Haviland”…..Mrs Bailey. It’s a Wonderful Life. My mother had white Haviland and everyday Johnson Brothers that looked so similar that she could set a Thanksgiving table for twenty five. Invited guests got the good stuff. I remember writing name cards….and having to keep the Democrats across the table from the Republicans. Add alcohol and stir like crazy. Literally food fights. Grown people. Memories.

[@Doing_It_Wrong]

Wasn't that the McKinley Tariff Act, not the Sherman Antitrust Act that forced country marks? Both were 1890/1891. I get confused between the two.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

You are right! I was the one who was confused. I don't know why I keep making that error, sometimes things get stuck in one's head!

[@darlenejustason4395]

Hi, first time watching, when you were talking about Roseville U S A 392-10 flower basket vase , white lilies on one side and purple lilies on the another side. I’m asking because I can not find out the value and if it’s real.can you help me out on this thank you

[@realitycheck1261]

You will never regret what you paid for something you love. The only regrets I have are the ones I passed over and dream about.

[@sherrycarter4555]

Do you do appraisals online for the public? I’m in Tennessee.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Please, go to the appraisals page on my website at TheAntiqueNomad.com for information on submitting an item to be appraised. Thanks!

[@JohnnyRFrias]

Sweet George!😛I saved the medium TreasureCraft Southwestern Vase. Almost sold it at garage sale. Thank God I did not.👍

[@BayouBelleVintiques]

My mom had a large collection of bosson heads from Germany all purchased in the late 60's and were in mint condition. Sadly when Katrina hit, they all floated away in their original boxes!

[@dianekelly6404]

I am surprised you valued the Butterfly Wing Tray at only $75. I sold one that was not a picture, same size as yours but the whole tray was wings, it sold for $200.

[@TheAntiqueNomad]

Not a picture and not saying “Rio” on it makes them more valuable so that makes sense. Nice sale!

[@pattimercer9357]

I like this type of appraisal best rather than the owner sitting at the table with you rustling paper and ‘fretting’ over they wrote it all down correct. I find myself yelling at the screen, saying ‘be quiet and listen!’

[@stephenholmes5362]

I always thought it was the Mckinley Tarriff Act of 1891 that required the country of origin or the word foreign on all imported ceramics?!