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Antique Salt and Pepper Shakers

Are you considering beginning a collection of salt and pepper shakers? You will find many people who collect these. They collect antique salt and pepper shakers, vintage salt and pepper shakers, and they also collect ones which are produced to be collectible. You have a few things that you should know if you are considering beginning your personal collection so that you may be able to own one of the best collection with the smallest amount of cash possible.

Most people fall into collecting antique salt and pepper shakers quite by accident. You need that first set to actually use, of course, but after that it gets a bit redundant. Then you must call yourself “a collector”. And what a good field to get your feet wet in! They’re abundant, colorful, eye-catching, run every theme, and best of all, they’re cheap. People can generally find a set of whimsical shakers for around $10, so collecting is certainly within the reach of the average person.
As with other collectibles, if you are trying to add to the collectability of your shaker sets, always make sure the shakers you choose cross themes and genres. That is, add Disney, Garfield, Charlie Brown themes or the like.

Antique porcelain salt and pepper shakers
Antique porcelain salt and pepper shakers
Paypal   US $45.00
NEW Antique Trader Salt And Pepper Shaker Price Guide
NEW Antique Trader Salt And Pepper Shaker Price Guide
Paypal   US $7.80
Antique English Sterling SALT DIP and PEPPER SHAKER
Antique English Sterling SALT DIP and PEPPER SHAKER
Paypal   US $75.00
Antique 1950s 3 pcs French Poodle Salt Pepper Shakers
Antique 1950s 3 pcs French Poodle Salt Pepper Shakers
Paypal   US $8.50
ANTIQUE COPPER NAPKIN HOLDER SALT PEPPER SHAKER GRAPE
ANTIQUE COPPER NAPKIN HOLDER SALT PEPPER SHAKER GRAPE
Paypal   US $43.50
ANTIQUE PAIR OF STERLING SILVER SALT PEPPER SHAKERS
ANTIQUE PAIR OF STERLING SILVER SALT PEPPER SHAKERS
Paypal   US $375.00
BOARHEAD ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERSvery valuable
BOARHEAD ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERSvery valuable
Paypal   US $500.00
ANTIQUE COPPER PAPER TOWEL SALT PEPPER SHAKER SET GRAPE
ANTIQUE COPPER PAPER TOWEL SALT PEPPER SHAKER SET GRAPE
Paypal   US $59.00
ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS WITH HOLDING TRAY N R
ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS WITH HOLDING TRAY N R
Paypal   US $14.99
ANTIQUES HOUSE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS CUTE
ANTIQUES HOUSE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS CUTE
Paypal   US $6.99
Giltwood salt and pepper shaker Italian antique gold
Giltwood salt and pepper shaker Italian antique gold
Paypal   US $48.00
ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS MARKED JAPAN JUGS
ANTIQUE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS MARKED JAPAN JUGS
Paypal   US $5.96
VINTAGE ANTIQUE CRACKLE GLASS SALT PEPPER SHAKERS
VINTAGE ANTIQUE CRACKLE GLASS SALT PEPPER SHAKERS
Paypal   US $14.99
ANTIQUE COBALT BLUE SALT PEPPER SHAKERS GAYNER GLASS
ANTIQUE COBALT BLUE SALT PEPPER SHAKERS GAYNER GLASS
Paypal   US $135.00
RARE Old Antique DELFT Boy Girl Salt Pepper Shakers
RARE Old Antique DELFT Boy Girl Salt Pepper Shakers
Paypal   US $14.95
Antique WEEPING GOLD gilded Salt Pepper Shakers
Antique WEEPING GOLD gilded Salt Pepper Shakers
Paypal   US $25.49
ANTIQUE WEMBLEY WARE FISH SALT PEPPER SHAKERS VINTAGE
ANTIQUE WEMBLEY WARE FISH SALT PEPPER SHAKERS VINTAGE
Paypal   US $125.00
RELIGIOUS ANTIQUE WOODEN SALT PEPPER SHAKERS PRAYERS
RELIGIOUS ANTIQUE WOODEN SALT PEPPER SHAKERS PRAYERS
Paypal   US $6.99
ANTIQUE CRANBERRY GLASS SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS 1890s
ANTIQUE CRANBERRY GLASS SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS 1890s
Paypal   US $59.99
ANTIQUE Salt Pepper Shakers CATS JAPAN
ANTIQUE Salt Pepper Shakers CATS JAPAN
Paypal   US $14.88
Antique Fish Nodder Salt Pepper Shakers Duluth MN
Antique Fish Nodder Salt Pepper Shakers Duluth MN
Paypal   US $45.00
Antique Salt and Pepper Shaker Chef Figure
Antique Salt and Pepper Shaker Chef Figure
Paypal   US $9.99
LITE BLUE SQUARE GLASS SALT PEPPER SHAKERS ANTIQUE
LITE BLUE SQUARE GLASS SALT PEPPER SHAKERS ANTIQUE
Paypal   US $9.77
ANTIQUE W B MFGunknown material SALTPEPPER SHAKERS
ANTIQUE W B MFGunknown material SALTPEPPER SHAKERS
Paypal   US $50.00
ANTIQUE STERLING SILVER 925 SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS
ANTIQUE STERLING SILVER 925 SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS
Paypal   US $200.00
Fetching Antique Binocular Salt Pepper Shakers 1800s
Fetching Antique Binocular Salt Pepper Shakers 1800s
Paypal   US $70.00
Antique Look Telephone Phone Salt Pepper Shakers sp
Antique Look Telephone Phone Salt Pepper Shakers sp
Paypal   US $10.79
Antique Aluminum West Bend SALT PEPPER Shakers
Antique Aluminum West Bend SALT PEPPER Shakers
Paypal   US $4.99
ANTIQUE 925 STERLING SILVER SALT PEPPER SHAKERS S
ANTIQUE 925 STERLING SILVER SALT PEPPER SHAKERS S
Paypal   US $85.00
Squirrel Salt Pepper Shakers Vintage Antique
Squirrel Salt Pepper Shakers Vintage Antique
Paypal   US $12.95
Antique Phoenix Bird Salt and Pepper Shakers
Antique Phoenix Bird Salt and Pepper Shakers
Paypal   US $35.00
Antique Salt Pepper Shaker Mushroom made in Japan
Antique Salt Pepper Shaker Mushroom made in Japan
Paypal   US $5.39
Antique Mt Washington HP Art Glass Salt Pepper Shakers
Antique Mt Washington HP Art Glass Salt Pepper Shakers
Paypal   US $125.00

When you speak to a collector of an item’s worth, you really are speaking hypothetically or even mystically, as collectors generally don’t buy things simply for their investment value, though they often talk of it. Somehow it makes the purchase a little more legitimate. Why can’t it just be fun, which it is?
Still, speaking practically in monetary terms, antique salt and pepper shakers are great collectibles, though they don’t appreciate much. If you think in terms of what a basic savings account is offering, however, it’s in the right ballpark. And, they are so cheap (relatively) to collect, it’s a way to enjoy and save money. Since they’re cheap, they tend to sell as an afterthought purchase.

In terms of buying, even the things that would seem like it would cost a lot, you will find great bargains. At a local mall, a very intricate set of the Wizard of Oz foursome traveling down the yellow brick road is selling for a mere $15.49. The salt shaker features two of the main characters, while the pepper shaker features the other two. Even with tax, you’ve gotten a good, cross-over collectible (bound to gain value over the years) for under $20. Not a bad deal when you price it out.
While you will certainly find a cavalcade of shakers at a local shop, you will pay top dollar. Yard sales are great for this kind of find, as are auctions. I’ve watched a pair go here and there at auction, but then there are the remaining shakers that can go for as little as a few dollars for a tray. I purchased five and six sets for a mere $6, plus a 10 percent buyer’s fee.

OXO Good Grips Pepper Grinder OXO Good Grips Pepper Grinder
Sale Price: $13.70

As easy to use as it is to refill, the OXO Salt and Pepper Grinders are just what every kitchen needs. These grinders can be adjusted from coarse to fine. A noncorrosive ceramic grinder won't absorb flavors or odors, which means it can be used as a spice grinder...

OXO Good Grips Salt and Pepper Grinder Set OXO Good Grips Salt and Pepper Grinder Set
Sale Price: $37.75

As easy to use as it is to refill, the OXO Salt and Pepper Grinders are just what every kitchen needs. These grinders can be adjusted from coarse to fine. A noncorrosive ceramic grinder won't absorb flavors or odors, which means it can be used as a spice grinder...

OXO Good Grips Salt Grinder OXO Good Grips Salt Grinder
Sale Price: $18.95

As easy to use as it is to refill, the OXO Salt and Pepper Grinders are just what every kitchen needs. These grinders can be adjusted from coarse to fine. A noncorrosive ceramic grinder won't absorb flavors or odors, which means it can be used as a spice grinder...

Rubbermaid Salt & Pepper Shaker, White Rubbermaid Salt & Pepper Shaker, White
Sale Price: $3.55

Ideal for craft and kitchen usage. Use to apply glitter, spices or small candy sprinkles. Top rack dishwasher safe. Size: 3.58" x 2.27".

Morton Salt Shaker Diversion Safe Morton Salt Shaker Diversion Safe
Sale Price: $7.65

If you need a secret place to store your private things this salt shaker (also make sure to get the complementing pepper shaker) is just a perfect place for small objects and money. Need a hiding place from your wife for the jewelry you got her for her birthday and she never looks in the kitchen because you do all the cooking than this is a great hiding place...

Lifetime Brands 154TBL Salt & Pepper Shaker Lifetime Brands 154TBL Salt & Pepper Shaker
Sale Price: $4.17

Lifetime Brands 154TBL Salt & Pepper ShakerLifetime Brands 154TBL Salt & Pepper Shaker Features:; Glass salt and pepper shakers; Blue glass with Silver lids; 2 oz.

Seinfeld: Seasons 1, 2 and 3 Giftset (includes Limited Edition Script, Monk's Salt & Pepper Shakers & Playing Cards) Seinfeld: Seasons 1, 2 and 3 Giftset (includes Limited Edition Script, Monk's Salt & Pepper Shakers & Playing Cards)
Sale Price: $45.57

Studio: Sony Pictures Home Ent Release Date: 01/27/2009

Gourmet Fine Ground Himalayan Pink Salt Chief First Choice Health for all family 2Kg Gourmet Fine Ground Himalayan Pink Salt Chief First Choice Health for all family 2Kg
Sale Price: $19.98

WE DELIVER. Trust the leader in Himalayan salt business in North America. We are leader in salt business. With largest stock, finest quality, best prices and un-matched after sales services, we will love to serve you...

Halloween Witch Boot Salt & Pepper Shakers Great Gift Item Halloween Witch Boot Salt & Pepper Shakers Great Gift Item
Sale Price: $8.00

Adorable set of salt and pepper shakers that will be a hit at your Halloween party


If you are looking for something specific, online auction sites are good places to watch. In addition to the Internet sites, you can check out auction shopping sites by doing a search on the words +salt, +shaker, +collectible. That should bring up myriad national antique shops which sell shakers via the Web. These are generally the shops that have physical stores you can walk into somewhere in the country.

Generally speaking, the “cutesy” collectibles of farm animals, cartoon characters, etc., fall into the reasonably-priced category. When you look at the high-end collectibles, you will find row after row of silver and fine porcelain-based products. These are meant more to complete sets an owner has begun in the past. These are really not meant for the average salt and pepper shaker collector. So, if you get the urge to look at the high end shakers, don’t be overwhelmed. When you scrutinize the listings, you’ll see these are specialized silver pieces, not really “collectibles” shakers. Whew. I sigh audibly for all of us who like to shake now and again. 

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