Which antiques are best to buy?

What are the best antiques to invest in and why?

• Antique furniture with provenance and craftsmanship. ...
• Antique art and antique prints. ...
• Antique ceramics. ...
• Antique silver. ...
• Vintage watches and antique clocks. ...
• Our top tips for buying antiques. ...
• Buying antiques from Hemswell Antique Centres.

What are the best antiques to invest in?

Ceramics and Porcelain

Antique porcelain and ceramics are some of the oldest forms of art, and ageless ones too, so they are more likely to increase in, or at least retain value over time.

What type of antiques are worth money?

Here are some valuable items to look for that you can sell for a lot of money.

• Vintage Advertising Signs. ...
• Mid-Century Modern Furniture. ...
• Old Coins and Rare Currency. ...
• First Edition Books. ...
• Vintage Comic Books. ...
• Antique Jewelry. ...
• Vinyl Records. ...
• Vintage Toys and Dolls.

What antiques to collect in 2025?

The 12 Biggest Antique and Vintage Trends for 2025

• Antique American Primitive Wood Potato Masher. ...
• Set of Four 19th-Century French Apothecary Jars. ...
• Set of 9 Majolica Horses Knife Rests, circa 1950. ...
• 1990s Folk Art Floral Still Life Painting by Jimmy Lee Sudduth. ...
• Pair of 1980s Neoclassical Green Murano Glass Sconces.

What is the hottest collectible in 2025?

Despite a year filled with breakout rookies and viral trends, the top-searched collectible terms of 2025 were dominated by brands and categories such as Pokémon, LEGO Star Wars, and PSA. The lone athlete to crack the top 10 was Michael Jordan, underscoring his unparalleled longevity and influence in the hobby.

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What antiques will skyrocket in 2026?

Here's what they had to say.

• Pine Furniture. Brie Williams. ...
• Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces. Brian Woodcock. ...
• Victorian pottery. An Art Deco majolica covered dish Courtesy of Owner. ...
• Mirrors. Becky Luigart-Stayner. ...
• Pairs of vases. Raphael GAILLARDE - Getty Images. ...
• Artwork. Mark Roskams. ...
• Mid-century pieces. David A. ...
• Brooches.

What antiques are losing value?

Many Antiques and Vintage Items Once Worth Money Are Becoming Worthless

• Antique Dining Room Furniture. ...
• Glassware: From Treasure to Trash. ...
• Clocks: Time's Up. ...
• Hummel Figurines. ...
• African Art and Fakes. ...
• Antique Sewing Machines. ...
• Antique and Vintage Dolls. ...
• Brown Furniture.

What is highly collectible right now?

Currently popular collectibles include anime/manga figures (especially blind boxes), Pokemon, Lego (retiring sets), Funko Pops (Marvel focus), sneakers, vinyl records, vintage video games, sports memorabilia, coins/currency, and pop culture items like specific Starbucks cups or limited-edition art, with strong trends in nostalgic toys (Furbies, Cabbage Patch Kids) and unique home decor like Art Deco lamps or vintage kitchenware.
 

Which antiques never sell?

4 Antiques That NEVER Sell, According to Antiques Dealers

• Floral Teacups. Delicate floral teacups may be pretty, but most people find themselves second-guessing whether they'd actually use them on a regular basis—and they're probably not wrong. ...
• Clear Glass Kitchenware. ...
• Investment-Worthy Fine Art. ...
• Decanters.

What antiques are millennials buying?

What antiques are millennials buying? Globally, the antiques and collectibles market is expected to grow by $3.7 billion from 2023 to 2028, according to MarketWatch. Millennials are driving this growth, particularly in categories like mid-century modern furniture, vintage records, and nostalgic 90s memorabilia.

What is worth collecting in 2025?

In 2025, pieces like teak sideboards, Eames chairs, and G-Plan coffee tables are expected to be highly sought after. Collectors value their timeless appeal and the craftsmanship that went into creating them.

What is trending in antiques?

Thought mid-century furniture was popular online? It is in the antiques world, too. "Organic modern mid-century styles are also trending according to our survey, with a strong interest in curvy irregular furniture as well as natural materials like cane, wicker and rattan," says Anthony.

What are some cool old things to collect?

Top Types of Valuable Vintage Collectibles:

• Baseball cards.
• Comic books.
• Antique furniture.
• Rare coins.
• Vintage toys.
• Advertising signs.
• First edition books.
• Antique maps and globes.

What is everyone collecting in 2025?

"This year saw collectors seeking blind boxes and rare Labubus, search spikes for rookie talent alongside demand for icons like Shohei Ohtani staying strong, and of course, the continued popularity of Pokémon across vintage cards and new releases."

What antiques are selling well?

Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces

"Our 2026 Designer Trends Survey respondents tell us that antiques from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly those from the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, are likely to be sought after in 2026," says Anthony Barzilay Freund, Editorial Director at 1stDibs.

What is the next big collectible?

What is the next big collectable? Beyond the strong appeal of rare coins for collectors and investors, interest is also rising in antiques, fine art, watches, toys, and vinyl records. These are driven by nostalgia and the growing desire for objects with character and uniqueness.

What antique items should I avoid buying?

8 antiques to avoid buying at an estate sale

• Damaged furniture.
• Heavily worn textiles.
• Antique carpets and upholstery.
• Vintage lighting and electrical items.
• Incomplete sets.
• Unverified artwork.
• Opened paints and liquids.
• Ivory and taxidermy.

What antiques should I look out for?

What are the best antiques to buy? Look for items that are sturdy, timeless, and in demand—like early-century furniture, rare books, or collectible ceramics. Modern items can also become valuable with time.

Are antiques still in demand?

Modern collectors crave the history and provenance behind antiques and vintage pieces. Estate items, ranging from Baroque furniture to folk art and heirloom-quality china, are sought after not just for their aesthetics but because they carry narratives that connect the past with the present.

What's hot in antiques 2025?

"In 2025, the focus is going to be on creating curated collections that reflect personal style and tell a story," says Sherry Golding of Seattle's Active Interiors & Antiques. Mixing different eras, motifs, and materials is going to be key she says.

What antique is making a comeback?

Today, historic celery vases are finding their way back onto modern tables, arguably fueled by an uptick in thrifting culture, a renewed interest in classic entertaining (dinner parties are back!), a maximalist revival, and a collective love of conversation-starting antiques.

What is the best antique to invest in?

Classic Georgian period furniture, Victorian period furniture, Edwardian period furniture all remain a solid investment. Think antique mahogany chest of drawers, oak dining tables, and antique Windsor chairs. The value here lies in craftsmanship, patina, and provenance.