Advertising an Antique for Sale

Antiques are in high demand, and many people look for certain items to decorate their homes with. By using online classifieds and Ebay, you will make your item available to the world. Make sure to list any important information about your antique when you list it, and use high quality pictures to create interest.

• When selling antiques, you need to have a good idea of how old it is. You will need to evaluate the condition of it as well. There are antique evaluators that can help you with this. You could also purchase books to keep on hand helping you decide what your item is worth.


• If selling online, you will want to take pictures of your antique. Set the antique up in an area with good lighting and a contrasting background. For example, you could set up a vase on a living room table. Take pictures from every angle. Buyers like to see several pictures of an item before deciding if they are interested.


• You will also need to make sure you have the proper items on hand to ship safely. Buy solid boxes and packing material.


• Start out by listing your item on Internet classified websites such as Craigslist and Backpage. Backpage offers additional ad services for a fee. The good thing about these classified sites is they have many cities to choose from. It's possible you will be able to sell it locally by using these websites. Make sure to add your pictures.


• List your item on Ebay. If you don't already have an account, you will need to create one. Once the item sales, pack it well and ship quickly. You will earn good feedback from your buyers, showing you are a trusted seller.


• When shipping, make sure to purchase insurance. No matter how well you pack it, sometimes items get damaged during shipment. The insurance is not that expensive, and you can include it with the shipping charge to the buyer.