Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Creating Value as a Professional Auctioneer: The Significance of Rarity, Age, Provenance, and Market Influence Introduction As a seasoned entrepreneur in the world of antiques and treasures, I, Clinton Beck, Antique & Jewelry Appraiser, Treasure Hunter, and Auctioneer, understand that the essence of our trade lies in the creation of value. This value is not arbitrary but is intricately woven into the tapestry of factors such as rarity, age, provenance, and market demand. In this essay, we will delve into how these elements synergize to bestow value upon o ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Vintage Furniture & Art West Edmonton Nov 3rd This fabulous auction features over 100 pieces of art including wildlife limited edition prints by artists such as Fred Buchwitz, Sue Coleman and many more. The estate owner was a cabinet maker and his collection included many high-quality solid wood furniture pieces. The post Vintage Furniture & Art West Edmonton Nov 3rd appeared first on Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Hollywood Memorabilia Auction Ends Dec 29th Spectacular hollywood memorabilia auction featuring Walt Disney, Mary Pickford, Lucille Ball as well as many other historical hollywood stars. Click Here To Go To Auction The post Hollywood Memorabilia Auction Ends Dec 29th appeared first on Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. 1840-60 Victorian Officers Sword Appraisal This heavy British Officers sword is one of my prized possessions.  I have always loved military history and an 1840’s sword is full of history.  This victorian heavy cavalry sword with regulation hilt has a stepped pommel and a fish skin grip is bound by silver wire. The slightly curved blade is pipe backed and maker marked W. A. Todd Londons Norwich.   The hand engraved panels of a Victorian early crown  and decoration. Complete with steel scabbard with two loose rings overall length 38.5 i ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. 18th Century Painting Appraisal The Music Writer The 18th Century Painting Appraisal Several years ago, this intriguing oil painting came into my store. Attached to it was a very interesting story and one that definitely excited my passion for military related treasures. In the world of antiquities and appraisal, “Provenance” is a key component to the value of an item. Provenance is defined as”a record of ownership of a work of art or an antique, used as a guide to authenticity or quality” The story provided by the seller did not, unfortunately, meet the stan ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Mills Novelty Company Slot Machine Appraisal The Mills Double Eagle Slot Machine YouTube Video On Machine The Mills Novelty Company was very busy in the 1920’s, Incorporated of Chicago was once a leading manufacturer of coin-operated machines, including slot machines, jukeboxes and vending machines.  Between about 1905 and 1930, the company’s products included the Mills Violano-Virtuoso and its predecessors, celebrated machines that automatically played a violin and, after about 1909, a piano. By 1944, the name of the company had changed to Mills Industr ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Vintage Furniture & Art West Edmonton Nov 3rd This fabulous auction features over 100 pieces of art including wildlife limited edition prints by artists such as Fred Buchwitz, Sue Coleman and many more. The estate owner was a cabinet maker and his collection included many high-quality solid wood furniture pieces. The post Vintage Furniture & Art West Edmonton Nov 3rd appeared first on Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. Hollywood Memorabilia Auction Ends Dec 29th Spectacular hollywood memorabilia auction featuring Walt Disney, Mary Pickford, Lucille Ball as well as many other historical hollywood stars. Click Here To Go To Auction The post Hollywood Memorabilia Auction Ends Dec 29th appeared first on Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. 1840-60 Victorian Officers Sword Appraisal This heavy British Officers sword is one of my prized possessions.  I have always loved military history and an 1840’s sword is full of history.  This victorian heavy cavalry sword with regulation hilt has a stepped pommel and a fish skin grip is bound by silver wire. The slightly curved blade is pipe backed and maker marked W. A. Todd Londons Norwich.   The hand engraved panels of a Victorian early crown  and decoration. Complete with steel scabbard with two loose rings overall length 38.5 i ..read more

Beck Antiques & Jewellery Inc. 18th Century Painting Appraisal The Music Writer The 18th Century Painting Appraisal Several years ago, this intriguing oil painting came into my store. Attached to it was a very interesting story and one that definitely excited my passion for military related treasures. In the world of antiquities and appraisal, “Provenance” is a key component to the value of an item. Provenance is defined as”a record of ownership of a work of art or an antique, used as a guide to authenticity or quality” The story provided by the seller did not, unfortunately, meet the stan ..read more