Local Antiques Auctions Dealers in Brigadoon WA

Questions to ask your antique dealer

Whether you’re purchasing antique furniture or just curious about how antique auctions work, you can get a better sense for the situation by asking these questions to your antique dealer.

• Who is the manufacturer of this item? There are many instances where you can research the manufacturer of an item to understand the use and era it is from.
• Are there any markings of any kind that I should know of?
• What’s the story behind this antique? Where did it come from?
• Am I able to get an appraisal done for this product? You can often get free appraisals by an independent expert on antique furniture, jewellery, Asian antiques and collectibles.
• How long have you been dealing with antiques?
• What is the return policy on items sold here?

Knowing the story, value and details behind an antique can help you decide whether the item is the right one for you. Find antiques near you by searching through our local listings.