At Island Antiques, we offer a comprehensive range of services related to antique and vintage sales, each as essential as the direct sales at our Key West store. Our expertise extends beyond the showroom, ensuring clients receive the support they need throughout their antique journey. Our professional estate sale services allow us to assist clients in maximizing the value of their belongings while minimizing stress.

We also provide expert appraisal services and buy antiques and vintage items directly from clients through house calls and walk-ins, offer chandelier and lighting repairs, and ensure careful packaging and shipping for antiques sourced from our store, allowing clients to acquire items confidently. These varied services reflect our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, enhancing the overall antique shopping experience in Key West and beyond.

Packaging and Shipping

Our careful packaging and shipping process is designed to preserve the value and integrity of your newly acquired treasures. We ship antiques anywhere in the US, and each antique is meticulously protected, providing peace of mind as it journeys to your home, safe and secure.

Our comprehensive shipping services ensure that the antiques you've lovingly selected arrive safely and securely, no matter where you are. Our store follows a systematic packing process, treating each item as if it were our precious heirloom and:

• From expedited air freight for time-sensitive deliveries to more economical ground transport, we'll work with you to find the best solution.
• We provide detailed tracking information, allowing you to monitor your package's progress every step of the way.

With our shipping expertise, you can shop confidently, knowing that your piece of Key West history will arrive in perfect condition, ready to be cherished in its new home.

Coin Appraisal

Professional coin appraisal is crucial for collectors and investors seeking to determine their coins' value accurately. This service helps in informed buying and selling decisions and provides essential documentation for insurance purposes. Our service allows collectors and enthusiasts to accurately and professionally determine the value of their coin collections.

We have specialized knowledge of market trends, historical significance, and authenticity verification and evaluate each piece thoroughly. Whether you have a rare coin or an entire collection, our appraisals provide valuable insights into each piece's historical and monetary worth. We focus on offering a straightforward service that ensures clarity and confidence for our clients.

Key Features of Our Coin Appraisal Service

The main aspects of our time-tested, thorough coin appraisal process include the following:

• Our experienced appraisers are well-versed in US and international coins, offering informed evaluations based on years of expertise.
• We assess the authenticity of each coin, ensuring its origin and historical significance are adequately documented.
• Our appraisals reflect current market conditions, providing up-to-date value based on coin rarity, condition, and demand.
• We examine each coin in detail, from mintmarks to condition, helping determine its value.
• All appraisals are conducted with the utmost discretion, ensuring your collection remains private and secure.

Whether you’re looking to sell, insure, or understand the value of your coins, our coin appraisal service offers a reliable and thorough assessment. We focus on providing a professional and accurate evaluation, helping you make informed decisions about your collection's future.

Chandelier and Lighting Repairs

Our skilled artisans deeply understand antique lighting, treating each chandelier with the reverence it deserves. We recognize that these delicate masterpieces require a nuanced approach to restoration, balancing preservation with functionality. Our refurbishment process begins with thoroughly assessing each fixture and identifying original components and areas that need attention.

Every chandelier is crafted from unique materials—delicate glass, intricate metalwork, or vintage crystals—requiring specialized care during repairs or restoration. Our team ensures that these materials are treated with precision, preserving both their aesthetic and historical value and so:

• We carefully dismantle the chandelier, documenting each step to ensure precise reassembly.
• Our expertise extends to various materials—from crystal to brass, porcelain to wrought iron—each demanding its own specialized care.
• We employ various restoration techniques, using gentle cleaning solutions that remove decades of grime without compromising delicate finishes.
• Tarnished metal components are carefully polished or re-plated, while damaged crystal drops are expertly matched and replaced.
• Our team excels in intricate repairs, from rewiring to replacing corroded hardware, always striving to maintain historical accuracy.

We're adept at sourcing period-appropriate replacement parts, ensuring your chandelier retains its authentic charm. The result is a beautifully restored chandelier that illuminates your space and preserves a piece of history for future generations to admire. Many of our clients show interest in and buy chandeliers during our estate sales. In these situations, we will first ship the pieces to our store, work on them, restore and repair them, and then ship them to your preferred department,

Estate Sales

Our leading antique store’s seasoned team brings decades of expertise to your doorstep through our comprehensive estate sale services. We understand that parting with family heirlooms and cherished collections can be an emotional journey, so we approach each estate sensitively and professionally. Some things we offer and focus on include the following:

• Tailored Services - Our on-site estate sale service is designed to maximize the value of your belongings while minimizing stress for you and your family.
• Thorough Evaluation - We start with a detailed estate evaluation, providing an honest consultation outlining realistic expectations and potential outcomes.
• Expert Pricing - Our keen eye for value, honed through years of experience with antiques, collectibles, and household furnishings, ensures that each item is priced accurately and competitively.
• Identifying Hidden Gems - We excel at recognizing valuable pieces, from rare art to vintage kitchenware, that others might overlook.
• Balanced Pricing Strategy - Our pricing strategy balances fair market value with the goal of achieving a successful sale and attracting serious buyers and collectors.
• Complete Sale Management - We handle all aspects of the sale, including:
• Meticulous Organization - Ensuring a well-structured and inviting environment.
• Attractive Displays - Presenting items in a visually appealing manner to entice buyers.
• Effective Marketing - Utilizing various channels, including online platforms, to draw the right audience.

This comprehensive approach ensures a seamless and rewarding estate sale experience focused on maximizing value and minimizing stress. We are here to help with all the information you need about the specific processes and management of the estate sale.

Buying

We provide a seamless buying service for antique and vintage items, ensuring a straightforward process for those looking to sell their treasures. Some aspects of this service include the following:

• We understand the value of each piece, whether it’s a rare coin, furniture, or vintage jewelry. Our team is committed to offering fair evaluations, ensuring sellers receive competitive prices for their items. We facilitate purchases through house calls and walk-ins, accommodating your preferences for convenience and accessibility. Our experienced appraisers conduct thorough assessments, considering the item’s historical significance and market demand.
  
  
• This allows us to provide accurate offers that reflect the actual value of your antiques and collectibles. If you are downsizing, liquidating an estate, or simply looking to part with a cherished item, our buying service will make the experience easy and rewarding. We prioritize professionalism and integrity, fostering trust with every transaction. We invite you to explore our buying services and discover how we can assist you in turning your antique and vintage items into cash while ensuring their legacy continues.
  
  

As you can see, we offer a range of antiques and vintage items-related services, so you have a stress-free experience when you source these from us. If you have any queries about our packaging and shipping, coin appraisals, estate sales, or chandelier and lighting repairs, please call Island Antiques LLC. at 305-294-0029. Feel free to browse our website to learn what we sell and which services we offer. You can also message us through this Online Form, and one of our team members will call you back to answer your queries.