Maryland

Antique clocks are timeless and have been collected as people pass on family heirlooms, discover them at estate sales, or even on the internet. On the newer end of the clock spectrum there are some interesting clocks to look for like the popular Coca-Cola bottle clock and various Disney Mickey Mouse clocks. Coca-Cola bottle clocks […]...

Antique sewing machines are a collector’s dream and aren’t always easy to find. Estate sales are one place where they can be found regularly! Sewing machines have been produced since the late 1700’s as a way to inexpensively make large quantities of garments to sell. These futuristic contraptions weren’t patented until 1854 in the United [&...

Thimbles have been in existence since the 1st century AD and have been a crucial part of tailoring and manufacturing since. The earliest known thimble was in the Roman city of Pompeii and was made of bronze, a very precious metal at the time. As time went on the thimble became a necessity in every […]...

1. Assess the condition, look for cracks, chips, fading, and any other flaws. Compare each item to other pieces in the set in order to make a decision about whether or not the colors are bright and as flawless as they should be. 2. Look around the marketplace; collector’s pieces are only as expensive as […]...

Purchasing pieces of furniture from estate sales is a great opportunity to buy quality furniture at a reasonable price. The challenge is deciphering if the piece itself is in good shape or not. Woods like mahogany and cherry are often the most valuable and continue to gain value over the years. Look for pieces that […]...

    Virtually every type of wood has been used to make furniture over time. Each time period tended to use a different type as fashion, trends and supplies would allow. Before the 1900’s a lot of the everyday household pieces were made from oak, mahogany and fruitwoods. The colonial time period used what seemed to […]...

Mid-Century Danish furniture has sweeping lines, beautiful accents, and loads of personality in each square inch. Collectors from around the world try to get their hands on these pieces and many will pay any price to get the exact item they want. This furniture was generally not mass-produced and then only in small runs. Be […]...

The Greater Washington DC area is host to an abundance of history and individuals who have lived their lives as world travelers. As a result, estate sales are always exciting because you never know what you will find. There is always something ready to be discovered and made new again. Exploration is half the fun. […]...

Estate sales are a great way to find antique treasures in your area. Instead of a road trip to try to find the coin or figurine to finish your collection, compete with fellow collectors at estate sales in the DC Area. Popular collector pieces are often sold at estate sales since the sales themselves often […]...

Spring is a sellers’ market and a perfect time to have an outdoor event. Statistics show that items sell for more profit as people prepare for their summer ventures, and it seems to be a perfect time to do some spring-cleaning. The Four Sales team can assist you in preparing your valued treasures for an […]...