Vintage

Your collection of antique buttons might be priceless in your mind, but that doesn't mean that you shouldn't always be on the lookout for the best deals! So where can you scout out the cheapest buttons? While there are several places to find and purchase buttons, an antiques show should probably be your next stop! 

Antiques shows are both educational and fun for those who love collecting old furniture, jewelry, and other items rich with history and charm. And fans of antique buttons certainly belong in this category. But how can you find the most reasonable – and sometimes the cheapest! -- prices, so that your budding collection doesn't break your piggy bank? Well, an antiques show is a thrilling chance to get up close and personal with some truly beautiful and mysterious antique buttons, typically dated centuries ago. It's easy to get wrapped up in the moment and put a lot of money on the table, but don't forget that money is a scarce resource... just like those buttons you're eying.

It might be time to brush up on your negotiating skills. Just as you'd bargain for a necklace or a shirt at a street vendor, you should do the same for the antique buttons you want. Make a very modest offer at first and only if the vendor is unamused should you increase it!

The best strategy is to go into an antiques show with a budget in mind. Determine what you're willing to pay for buttons before you ever catch glimpse of them. If you are confident in this price range, then you will end up with some great deals! This is the best way to get the cheapest price at antique button shows. Sellers of antique buttons want to make a profit and get their precious treasures off their hands, so keep this mind as you open up negotiations. When dealing with products that often have intangible, sentimental values, it's commonplace to bargain. Never settle for the asking price!

Another thing to note is you should be informed about the value of antique buttons beforehand. What's the difference between a glass and wood button? How old does a button have to be to enter into a higher price bracket? What does a worn and damaged button look like? If you can intelligently analyze the buttons you're shopping for, you will be able to convince a vendor to give you the good deal that you deserve and your collection will be bigger and more impressive as a result.