Antique collecting has become a popular hobby and as time passes more and more types of antiques are available. For beginners the question is always  "Where do I start?" First of all, antiques are generally a century old and anything under that are classified as a collectibles. Generally ancient items are labeled antiquities.

However, there are exceptions such as the automobile. Sometimes items that have a fast evolution rate can be classified as antiques early.

A good antique with potential value may also have unique features and/or be in good condition. If you want to become a serious antique collector you'll need some shopping, bargaining and negotiating skills. 

Generally older items are more rare and are therfore more valuable.Never assume that an antique is worth a lot of money simply because it's an antique. An antique may carry some historical value but may not be worth much in terms of money.

You can get get most of your antiques from antique dealers who have shops. Cities often have certain sections in which antique dealers all set up shops.Online shopping is a great place to look for antiques as well. In fact buying antiques onlines is a very convenient way to shop.

Other places you can check are private auctions, garage sales or even museums. At these places you will also build connections with people.Often finding the right antique means knowing the right people.

Antique collecting is both a hobby and an investment.The types of antiques you can collect are practically endless but some items are more popular for collecting then others such as antique furniture tables. If you enjoy history and really enjoy something whether it be books, jewelry, or anything at all really then consider antique collecting as a hobby.