Anyone who collects antiques will tell you that no matter what their favorite type of antique may be, there is one that stands out. This is the world of miniature antique engravings. These beautiful engravings have all the warmth and skill of normal antique engravings but at a fraction of the size.
There are many different forms in which you may find these miniature engravings. They may grace everything from antique handmade toys to being engraved on dishes or glassware. They may also be represented by many different forms. From miniature engravings of landscapes or other such pictures to famous quotes or favorite bible verses you can find any number of miniature antique engravings on the market.
Be forewarned however, just because these are available on the market doesn't mean that collectors won't find good stiff competition. Miniature collectors tend to be highly motivated to build their collection. Perhaps one of the best examples of such antique miniature engravings is the famous Lord's Prayer Pin. Created over the span of three years, between 1913 and 1915, this gold pin was engraved by Godfrey Lundberg.
Just one glance at this gold pin and you will quickly see the sort of interest that such miniature antique engravings can have. Another miniature antique engraving, also created by Mr. Lundberg, is the gold needle that has the letters "US" engraved directly on the needle's point. Imagine how much patience and attention to detail it would take to engrave the entire Lord's Prayer on the head of a pin.
It is just such skill that draws collectors to miniature engravings. Most all pieces you will find are one of a kind and rarely leave a person's collection. Again, the Lord's Prayer pin is a direct example of this. After spending 90 years in a vault it is just coming onto the market this miniature (the world's smallest in fact) is expected to draw an amazing $3 million+ when it sells at auction. This proves just how rare some of these miniature antique engravings can be.
A true aficionado of this genre of antiques will tell you that this is a small price to pay for the world's smallest antique engraving. While there are several examples of such high valued miniature antique engravings there are plenty of opportunities for the casual collector as well. There have been amazing results from stopping at a yard sale or flea market or even by searching online. Now the Lord's Prayer Pin is being sold at auction online. Keep your eyes open and who knows? You may just find yourself a treasure just as valuable as the world's smallest antique engraving.
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