The investment is more than monetary.
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You stumble upon a gorgeous chest in mint condition at dusty antique shop.
It’s listed at a can’t-pass-it-up price, so you grab it and take it home.
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It doesn’t take long to start daydreaming about your future antiquing endeavors.
But is is that simple to invest in antiques?
And is it actually worth it?
But Hirsch makes a good point.
The key is learning what’s a good investment versus what’s just another pretty wood chair.
She recommends first spending time browsing antique shops, shows, and auctions.
“Figure out what speaks to you,” says Hirsch.
“Then learn all you’re free to about that item or style.”
First, she advises seeking out expert guidance to avoid costly mistakes.
Then, determine a budget.
Avoid buying quantity over quality, and steer clear of common items that aren’t unique in the market.
Value is driven by supplyor lack thereof.
Finally, immerse yourself in learning, but give a shot to niche down.
“it’s possible for you to read and learn a lot but you’ll never learn it all.
A Piece Of History
The investment in antiques isn’t entirely monetary, of course.
It’s also something that speaks to a larger story and the story that you’re continuing to tell.
As you get further into collecting, you’ll figure out the styles and eras that you prefer.
Consider Quality And Sustainability
“Should you invest in antiques?
Her recommendation to someone interested in investing in antiques is to become hyper-knowledgable on one particular style.
These museums allow you to see the furnishings in the environment they were created for.”
But, to her original point, that expertise doesn’t always translate into continued investing success.
Owen explains, “Value does correlate with interior design trends.
The most important value is the value they have in your home.
