Antiques : terminology and spelling

Antiques are generally interpreted to be around 100 years old at least. It is perhaps acceptable to describe items 20 and 20 years as 'vintage'.PleaseNote: Surface oxidation of metal objects is NOT patina.Gilded is spelt g-i-l-d-e-d : gilt is spelt g-i-l-t. They are not spelt guilded and guilt - the first is a term used to describe the associations of artisans and craftsmen which were calledguilds in the Middle Ages; the second may require the attention of one's psychologist, priest, wise woman, shaman or witch doctor. And, "No1", I am not perfect either, but if you want your items to be bought by careful and serious collectors you too need to be careful and scrupulous in the presentation of your treasures.If you want your buyers to come back please try to do someresearch about your items first. We appreciate it.With All Good Wishes, The Pedant.