Counterfeits have been almost as long as genuine antiques. If a man can make money on something, it is often necessary to try to dodge a bit more. Where I can leave the rest of us? We must be strong enough in the search for our old antiques.
How do we know if we could find is a forgery? There are guidelines for collectors of care. First, spend some time with the article. The more you see the real things, the less likely to be fooled.
Depression glass was mass produced and inexpensive and you can see the mold lines of the actual pieces. In general they are "signs Straw ", where the molds carried out. last glass does not want the former. Be careful with the pieces that appear soft or heavier or more detailed than what you expect.
false brass are usually made of cast iron with a bronze plaque. Bar magnets easily to these items. If it sticks, it is not bronze!
Roseville Pottery is often reproduced. See the "s" in Roseville. You must have a tilt. See also the quality of glass. You do not have to look Trashy or flashy.
Furniture – look how the garment is made. Is this compatible with the carpentry of his alleged age and place of origin? What brands tools and equipment? "The wood has the patina of waiting? Do you take the case should not be and no way you expected?
today are really fakes good at their jobs, but they often use cheaper materials or parts of several pieces to form a new outfit. When I'm in a house, I watch as the dust on the parts. Are they also covered the rest of the house? I also ask the seller if you have the point and try to find much history on the piece you can. A final thought: Some fakes have been a hundred years or more. This makes them an antique of your own! So beware!
Roger has been an antiques picker and dealer for over 10 years. During some of that time he was an auctioneer, too. Now semi-retired, he lives with his wife in the Caribbean.
There are a lot more tips and tricks for antique pickers at http://americanpicker.net
You can learn more about the antiques business at: http://www.universalclass.com/i/crn/15269.htm