Country Store Collectibles

King Arthur Flour Minneosat SSP Single Sided Porcelain Sign

Authenticate Your Country Store Collection with The Authentication Company

The Authentication Company is among the top authenticators of antiques and memorabilia related to everything about country store collectibles.

From porcelain figurines, advertising boxes, to antique tools, textiles and household goods, your prized collection deserves the seal of approval through expert authentication and tagging. Know what your collection is worth! Your country store collection deserves the seal of approval with expert authentication and tagging.

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Will TAC authentic my country store collection?

TAC specializes in antique signs, but we may be able to provide our expertise in your country store collection. Pottery, plastic, ceramics, stoneware, etc. At the the current time, we don't authenticate items that have multiple pieces. This is because reproductions of parts might be used, so it could be a mixture of authentic parts combined with reproductions, which lowers the value.

However, we are working on expanding our service to include authenticating toys and multiple-piece items.

What are country store collectibles?

These nostalgic items include thousands of items, from home goods, to cosmetics, food, music, bottles, mannequins, tins, tools, toys, and much more. It includes anything not gas station or car-related. It's really anything you'd find in a rural country store, grocery store, hardware store, or old-fashioned mercantile store. The category is a catch-all for antique advertising.

Dates of Production:

Country store collectibles were produced from the early 1800s to the mid-20th century. At their most popular, country stores were the center of small communities.

Notable Features:

Country store collectibles have a wide variety of styles, but used colorful artwork, logos, and advertising slogans.

Average Value:

Country store signage is increasing in value. However, some display items are declining in value. As a Matthews TAC gold or platinum member, we can provide consultations to you about your items.

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TAC members can access our certified collectibles, see condition details and average value.

Check out examples of country store items we have authenticated.