Why are antiques worth a lot?

Answer 1

The simple answer is based on age, materials and rarity. It must first be 100 years old to qualify to be an antique. You can't duplicate the look of a finish on an item that has had many years of ageing. Next, consider the materials used in the piece. Is it made from high quality or common material. Then think in terms of how many might still be around.

Answer 2

Antiques are worth a lot is because of two things. Age and Rareness. Age has a factor to antiques because they aren't made anymore so they get rarer. (BTW rareness and rarer are words and not spelling mistakes)

Answer 3

Antiques can go from worth nothing to worth thousands of dollars. If you are wondering how much to sell something for you should have a professional look at your antique as second hand shops will not buy a valuable item at its proper price.

Answer 4

Not all antique clocks are valuable. Age and availability contribute to their value. But there are other factors like the maker and the design as well.