The What Sold Podcast - Episode 27 - Pearls of Wisdom (are those real pearls?).

The What Sold Podcast

In this episode of the 'What Sold Podcast,' hosts Brandon and Matt, also known as the Merchant Genie, discuss various aspects of buying and selling unique items, with a focus on thrift stores and antiques shops. Matt shares the fact that he was almost an American Picker, as he and Peaches were in consideration for an antiques roadshow type show. The hosts invite listeners to share their own unique stories. Matt details his recent finds, including finally selling that mandolin and various items from a trip to South Carolina (especially that silver umbrella handle), emphasizing the thrill of giving new life to previously owned objects. The episode also features a comprehensive guide on how to differentiate real pearls from fake ones, covering aspects like weight, knotting between pearls, clasp types, imperfections, and tests for authenticity. This educational segment aims to help listeners and potential sellers identify real pearls, highlighting the importance of expert opinions in uncertain cases.

00:00 Welcome to the What Sold Podcast!
00:43 Introducing Cousin Rusty: The Merchant Genie
01:17 Listener Stories and Thrift Store Adventures
01:59 The Antiques Roadshow Audition: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
05:14 Mandolin Restoration: From Trash to Treasure
08:12 Thrifting Haul: Unique Finds and Their Stories
08:54 The Art of the Deal: Unveiling Recent Purchases
09:42 A Sterling Silver Umbrella Handle and Other Curiosities
15:28 Unveiling a Unique Antique: The Daguerreotype Box
16:50 The Value of Daguerreotypes: Rarity and Quirks
17:32 Modern Applications: Bringing Vintage Photography into Today
20:28 Exploring the Market: Selling Unique Antiques
21:20 Engaging with Audience Queries: The Pearl Dilemma
22:16 Pearl Identification: Real vs. Fake
33:02 Concluding Thoughts and Future Finds

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