OCTOBER 2012

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ANTIQUES NEWSLETTER

NENEWSLETTER THE JOYS OF JUNKOLOGY

Last month we shared our newsletter with a fellow antique shop owner. In their response to our work a new term was shared with usjunkology. I must say, I loved the word albeit my laptops spell check function did not. As of this month, the word junkology now lives and thrives in my own personal online dictionary. Daniel Webster might frown on my choice of verbiage, but alas, we carry on the lineage of our society in any way we can. Thus, we have junkology. Over the centuries it may have been known as peddling, collecting or antiquing. Today, were better known as pickers, junkers, and vintage pioneers. Whichever name you choose, junkology is the study that applies to the profession. It can be described as the desire to research, obtain and share historical items with our fellow man. Many antiques are most definitely not junk, but the definition of junk differs between individuals and between generations. What is one mans treasure may very well be junk to another. Yet another reason the work fits the occupation superbly. Here at Norwood, we have plenty of items that will meet your definition of antique, vintage, primitive, decorative and dare I say, junk. Good junk, pretty junk, fun junk, decorative, vintage and antique junk. Feel free to stop by and check out our latest finds. Were happy to share a story or two of how we came across such unique items. We look forward to seeing you.

Norwoods Contact Information

Located in the up-and-coming Norwood neighborhood of Marietta on the corner of Greene Street and Colegate Drive, we are conveniently located within minutes of I-77. Our normal hours of operation are Tuesday - Saturday 10:30-5:30, and Sunday 12-5. Parking is plentiful and we are handicapped accessible. We can be reached by calling 740-434-5906.

NORWOOD ANTIQUE MALL Antiques and Collectibles abound at Norwood. If youre looking for something special, please let us know. Well do our best to locate your most desired items.
Telephone 740.434.5906 949 Greene Street Marietta, OH 45750

ITEM OF THE MONTH

GLASS BANKS
Fall Festival Of sales ~~~~~~~~~~~~ You never know When were going To slash prices. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ spooky Savings abound this month!

We have a different kind of collection here at Norwood this month. One of our newest vendors has provided us with a collection of historic glass banks in their shop on the second floor. We know that some of our friends collect these not-socommon pieces and we wanted you to be the first to know that we have them ready for you. Early glass banks were produced by the Boston and Sandwich Glassworks between 1825 and 1840. Some were small and functional and others were very large and ornate. Many of the fancier banks were made as gifts or presentation pieces by glassblowers for family and friends. Some of these more elaborate banks have a coin molded into the glass which helps to date and add provenance to the piece. Did you know some banks were produced as condiment and syrup bottles made in figural shapes with tin slotted lids? Collectors will gravitate to banks that appeal to them, but some collect only by topic and the age of the piece. Regardless of the reason, we have a nice selection of both. Stop by to see us soon. Well point the way to our glass bank collection.

Tips from Miss Perfect from Shine Perfect Sparkle,Miss and Repair
Ingenious Fixes to Daily Problems
Did you know a signature on a piece of cut glass adds at least 25% to its value? Check your cut glass pieces today. The signatures are hard to find, but you may be pleasantly surprised at the actual value of your piece. Chlorine in cleaning products will harm bronze items displayed in a room where these products are used. Do not use olive oil to polish a wooden bowl, or it will turn rancid. Wash and rinse bowl well if using an olive oil salad dressing. Vintage dough bowls should be kept away from direct sunlight. Too much heat will cause these to crack.

Cheers for now!

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BUTTON, BUTTON
The Bronze Ageand the button made its debut. But, in the absence of a buttonhole, they were nothing more than sewn on decoration. The Greeks did, like the Romans, also use them for decoration. And at some point someone did run the button through a little loop of thread. A nifty fastener was born. Returning Crusaders brought the button to Europe around 1200. The word button appeared around this time, and stems from the French bouter to push. The French noticed the potential of the button and by 1250 had established the Button Makers Guild. They produced buttons with great artistry. For the aristocracy, laws were passed that limited buttons worn by peasants to be thread or cloth-covered. By 1300, buttons were big business. So button crazy was Europe, even the Church denounced them as the devils snare. Reports in 1520 tell of a meeting of King Francis I and King Henry VIII. Each was adorned with 13,600 buttons. The 16th Century brought the amount of buttons worn to that which is needed. Around the 17 Century the United Kingdom, Germany and America started producing buttons. By the 19th Century buttons were mass produced. And, despite the popularity of Velcro and zippers the future of buttons seems secure. Button collecting is a popular activity today. At Norwood, we have a giant selection of antique and vintage buttons. Stop by to see what we have in stock.
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ANTIQUARIAN BOOKS

I had a special request the other day. My daughter-in-law has a friend who is a bookworm extraordinaire. She contacted me to ask for a first edition copy of Walt Whitmans Leaves of Grass. She tells me its a priceless piece. Of course, I promised that if I ever locate this book shell be the first to know. I thought to myself that too often we overlook the work of our historys literary masters. Their manuscripts fill our library shelvessome are seldom reviewed. Antique books are heavy, which is deemed a burden today. And, they frequently show the wear and tear of improper care and storage. What a sad thing because each has so much to offer. I, for one, appreciate the effort put forth to bring us these artistic anthologies. Often bound in Moroccan leather and gilded in gold; theyre dressed to impress. Often, that is enough to lure the avid reader, but, luckily, the best is yet to comeamazing stories await within the binding. Select whichever subject appeals to you. The choices are endless. Mr. Dickens will fill your senses with the scents and sounds of The Cratchit home at Christmastime. Dip your toe in the great Mississippis water with Tom Sawyer while Mr. Twain lures you into his next big adventure. And, walk the rich, red earth of Tara with Scarlett OHara as Ms. Mitchell sings a sweet southern lullaby with her uncanny grasp of the English language. I invite you to take a journey with one of the many antiquarian books that Norwood has to offer. Enjoy!

If you are interested in becoming a vendor at Norwood Antique Mall, please let us know. We, occasionally, have available shops. Monthly rental pricing depends upon the size of the shop.

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THANK YOU SO MUCH

We appreciate you!
Our customers are important to us. Simply saidwithout you we wouldnt exist. Please feel free to share this newsletter with your friends. If you have a friend who would like to receive our monthly newsletter, please let us know. Well be happy to add them to our Friends of Norwood email roster.

As you have already noticed, your emails will always arrive from NorwoodAntiques@gmail.com. Please know that we will not provide your email address to anyone for any reason. Your privacy is our utmost concern.

We hope youve enjoyed our Newsletter. Look for our next issue in November.

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