People spend their days collecting just about any kind of commodity you can think of. From post cards to stamps to old telephones, people enjoy stocking up on different products that catch their interest. Antiques are popular collectors’ items as well, and people who like antiques usually collect things like antique ceiling fans.
Antique ceiling fans are also referred to as vintage fans and are generally 25 years or older. Despite their age, many people are still interested in owning one of these fans, especially if the available selection is in pristine condition. Whether your interest in collecting antique ceiling fans is to store them or display them in your home, you will definitely have a classic, elegant creation on your hands!
If you happen to be interested in collecting antique ceiling fans, there are some things you need to look out for so you don’t end up getting ripped off. Here are some useful pointers for choosing an antique ceiling fan that is actually antique:
• The usual price range of an antique ceiling fan is around $100.00 to $150.00. The more expensive ones can go more than $200.00 or more so that should give you a good idea about whether or not you’re getting a true antique. For ceiling fans, you should never pay more than $500.00 for an antique
• Antique ceiling fans have parts that were typical to the time those designs were created. One such part is the blade or paddle. Most antique ceiling fans were made with four blades, as opposed to three or five. Therefore, you should be able to identify an antique with this criterion
• Antique ceiling fans also have a motor that turns the blades for air circulation. Older kinds of ceiling fans were designed to connect directly into an electrical system and this is a typical feature you will see on a true antique
• Most antique ceiling fans do not have lighting fixtures. Designers and manufacturers from decades ago perhaps did not see the need or benefit to having a ceiling fan with a light
• Antique ceiling fans generally have wooden blades, although restored models can have blades of other materials like metal and plastic. A true antique, however, will definitely have wooden blades
Manufacturers of modern day ceiling fans have actually taken some antiques, cleaned them up and installed newer motors in them. This allows potential owners to still have a vintage ceiling fan with the added benefit of functionality.
With the tips outlined above, you should be able to accurately identify a true antique ceiling fan and not end up getting ripped off by merchants claiming to have the real stuff.