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    Is this shoushan tianhuang?

    Sometimes I see shoushan stones that are orange, but they are so cheap. This looks natural (not dyed or molded powder mixed with epoxy), but is...
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 24, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Is this shoushan tianhuang?

    actually, it is a little oily feeling. the other huangcha sculpture I got also has an oily feel to it. the whole thing does, the carved and...
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 24, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Is this shoushan tianhuang?

    It's about 9 or 10 inches tall. Not coated with anything. I have a few jade pieces that are polished on the carved surface
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 24, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Identifying pottery (maybe Central American?)

    I'm so curious, but no one knows yet :/
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 21, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Lavender jadeite statue

    No they are in a bank vault. Those pictures i took are from when I purchased it. I am trying to resell it, however.
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 18, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Lavender jadeite statue

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    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 18, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Lavender jadeite statue

    Actually this is my whole collection so far https://imgur.com/a/Yvxcg
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 17, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Lavender jadeite statue

    if you are an idiot and like to waste money then the places find you :/ ...i went to a fine art auction.
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 17, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Chinese shoushan stone massive carving 18 lohan on elephant white spots

    So I noticed there are some hairline cracks. Would these likely be caused from physical trauma, temperature expansion/contraction, or when the...
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 17, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Satsuma with no markings. Legit?

    So "satsuma style". Thanks for the info. Actually, I kind of like the Chinese made one better actually.
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 16, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Satsuma with no markings. Legit?

    Bakersgma Yes I know it's like Champagne must come from Champagne in France, or else it's just sparkling wine. One scenario is if it is...
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 16, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Lavender jadeite statue

    been on a little bit of a shopping spree lately i got these. jadeite on the lavender side. is this more valuable than green jadeite or is green...
    Thread by: john.c.conrad, Oct 16, 2017, 11 replies, in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Satsuma with no markings. Legit?

    when it arrives i will get a better picture for you. hopefully you can see something. Thanks
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 16, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion
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    Satsuma with no markings. Legit?

    These are said to be Satsuma, but without markings (and even with markings) it can be sometimes difficult to tell if it is genuine Satsuma or a...
    Post by: john.c.conrad, Oct 15, 2017 in forum: Antique Discussion