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The hunt for exciting antiques can lead a committed collector just about anywhere. From a haunted basement to a bustling warehouse, collectors need to know how to sniff out the deals wherever they go. In many cases, discovering your new favorite find isn’t just about where you go. It’s how you examine the world around you.
A recent thrifting expedition led the WorthPoint team to an extremely loud warehouse. But at least our VP of Editorial Content, Eric Bradley, could rely on his sense of sight alone to pick out this amazing piece (along with a bit of help from the WorthPoint app, of course). To learn more about Eric’s find and see what types of details can add value to an antique medicine cabinet, watch the full video.
Medicine cabinets may not have the sparkle of art glass or the panache of flipped fashions, but don’t let their practicality fool you. A medicine cabinet with enough age and unique design details can be resold for hundreds of dollars. Or, hang onto a treasure like this and let it become the unexpected centerpiece of your next bathroom renovation. In a design landscape filled with the same white subway tiles and Shaker-style vanities, try something a little different! Discover how an antique medicine cabinet’s unique woodwork, stained glass, and old advertising can add one-of-a-kind character to your home.
Finally, an old medicine cabinet is a fun way to house and display another unexpected collectible: antique drug store treasures! From vintage cologne to razors and pomade, old pharmaceuticals are a fascinating way to document the evolution of style and advertising. What better way to show off these little gems than a medicine cabinet from the same era?
No matter how you choose to use your antique medicine cabinet, it’s clear that this collectible is worth the search. On your next thrifting trip or flea market adventure, keep your eyes peeled for the practical treasures that hide in plain sight.
Be sure to check out the WorthPoint YouTube channel for more tips on buying and selling antiques and collectibles.
In addition to her role as HIP’s curator of photography, Allison Radomski is a writer and filmmaker. She spends her days hunting for analog cameras, scoring her own movies in her laundry closet, and building her collections of Polaroids and handkerchiefs. She has degrees in cinema & media studies and religious studies from the University of Chicago.
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