Judith Miller Quotes
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I started buying bits of broken porcelain. I furnished our first flat with pieces of 'junk.' Some of that 'junk' is now worth an awful lot of money. What I was calling 'junk' in the '60s people wouldn't call 'junk' now.
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I think there's a bargain in every garage sale - not as much as there used to be, but they're still there.
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The great thing about costume jewelry is that there's something for everyone - there are very humorous pieces and very extravagant and outrageous pieces.
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Junk stands and antique markets are the perfect place to pick up clues about the history of a country, region or town.
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If you're at an antiques fair, and have been unable to beat the dealer down earlier in the day, pay a return visit at the end. They may be more inclined to accept your offer, rather than having to pack the piece up and take it home.
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I think when you get interested in antiques, the most frustrating thing is that books don't have enough photos. When you go to a flea market or garage sale, you see lots of things you've never seen before and you have no idea what the price is going to be or should be.
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Although eBay is a fantastic tool for collectors who want to buy or sell, you really have to have knowledge of items before you embark.
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Reporters, even flawed reporters, should not be jailed for protecting even flawed sources.