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Mark your calendars for April 9 because it's National Cherish an Antique Day! This day is all about appreciating the beauty and history of antiques, whether they're passed down from generation to generation or found in a hidden gem at a thrift store. The tradition of cherishing antiques dates back to ancient civilizations, where items were seen as valuable possessions and often passed down as heirlooms. Today, this holiday encourages us to take a moment and admire these timeless pieces that have stood the test of time. So go ahead and show some love to those antique treasures in your life!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1840s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Antique Collecting</div><div class='timeline-text'>Antique collecting emerged as a hobby among the wealthy in Europe, creating a market for items with historical importance and aesthetic value.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1870</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Antique Custom Duties</div><div class='timeline-text'>Customs law in the U.S. defined an antique as an object over 100 years old, providing lower import duties and encouraging increased international trading of antiques.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Flourishing of Antique Shops</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the rising interest in antiques, many shops dedicated to selling antiques opened across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Antiques on Television</div><div class='timeline-text'>Shows like "Antiques Roadshow" popularized the appraisal of antiques and collectibles, bringing antique collecting to a mainstream audience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Antiques Online</div><div class='timeline-text'>The launch of eBay revolutionized the antiques market, allowing collectors from around the world to buy and sell antiques online.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Cherish An Antique Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>This holiday was established to celebrate antiques and the stories they hold, encouraging people to cherish and preserve these historical artifacts.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on an antique hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit local antique shops and markets to find unique and interesting pieces to add to your collection. You never know what hidden treasures you may come across!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an antique fair or show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out your area for any antique fairs or shows happening on National Cherish an Antique Day. It's a great opportunity to browse and potentially purchase some beautiful antiques.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an antique-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a fun and unique antique-themed party. Encourage them to bring their own antiques to show off and share the history behind them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Research the history of your antiques</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to research the history and background of your antiques. It's a great way to deepen your appreciation and understanding of them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an antique display</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show off your collection by creating a beautiful antique display in your home. This is a great way to showcase and cherish your antiques on National Cherish an Antique Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a tribute to the past</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Cherish an Antique Day allows us to appreciate and honor items that hold special meaning from our ancestors or past generations. It's a way to acknowledge and cherish the history associated with these precious pieces.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Each item has its own unique story</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Antiques are more than just old objects - they often come with their own fascinating stories and histories. By cherishing them, we are able to pass down these stories and keep them alive for future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They hold sentimental value</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many antiques may have been passed down through families or given as gifts, making them meaningful and sentimental to the owners. National Cherish an Antique Day gives us the chance to show appreciation for these priceless family heirlooms.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Antiquing is a Multimillion-Dollar Industry</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2021, the market size for the Antique Dealers industry in the US has grown by 1.6% per year on average to reach $1.6 billion.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Antiques are Eco-Friendly</h3><p class='facts-content'>Buying and cherishing antiques promote sustainability since it encourages the reuse of items that have stood the test of time and reduces the demand for new products.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Every Antique Item is Unique</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike mass-produced items, antiques have their unique characteristics, brought on by age and usage, making them singularly unique pieces.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Antiques Can Prove to Be a Good Investment</h3><p class='facts-content'>While not all antiques increase in value over time, certain pieces can be a profitable investment, fetching much higher prices years after original purchase.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Antiques are Uses for Education</h3><p class='facts-content'>From elaborate furniture, ornate jewelry, to simple household items, antiques offer a tangible glimpse into the past and serve as valuable tools of education and preservation of history.</p></div></div>
National Cherish an Antique Day is celebrated on April 9 every year. In 2024, National Cherish an Antique Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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