For vintage and antique lovers , treasure can be found all over—from the neighborhood tag sale and local estate auctions to Grandma’s attic . Keeping your hunt in the family can offer a particularly unique opportunity (No bargaining! No competing with other bidders!) while touting the bonus of nostalgia.

Drew Michael Scott , designer, antique expert, and creator behind Lone Fox

Samantha Ware , interior designer

Anything With a Maker’s Mark

When it comes to furniture—particularly pieces made from wood or with wooden frames—a maker’s mark is a great way to gauge the value and age of an item. Typically seen as a stamp or brand, these marks are like a furniture maker’s signature, and there are some (John Taylor & Son, Howard & Sons, and Lane, just to name a few) that can pull serio

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