Antler Chandeliers: Chandeliers Made From Real and Faux Antlers

Antler Chandeliers: Good Things To Know Before Buying

When buying antler chandeliers off of eBay or anywhere, there are some things to make sure you know before you make your purchase.

Is the antler chandelier made from real antlers, or is it a reproduction?

Do you care? Many faux antler chandeliers look very, very, real, and can cost a lot less.

Is it new or used?

Are there enough clear photos of the chandelier that you feel you know exactly what you're getting?

What is the weight and dimensions of the chandelier?

How many lights are there?

Are shades included? Hint: Often, they're not.

Does it come with a chain, cord, etc. to hang it with?

Will there be sales tax?

Will the seller ship to your location? Most antler chandeliers we've seen on eBay are shipped to anywhere in the USA and worldwide, but it's always smart to check.

What the shipping charges will be?

Is insurance for shipping the antler chandelier optional or automatically included?

Is there a reserve? If so, you can email the seller and ask them to reveal the amount of the reserve price. Many sellers will cheerfully disclose their reserve price when asked, but not always.

Every eBay item for sale has a "Meet the seller" area. Be sure to check this area to view the feedback rating that previous buyers have left for that particular seller. There is also an area where a potential buyer can read comments left by previous buyers.

If you have any questions be sure to ask the seller before you bid on an antler chandelier. Look for the "Ask seller a question" link in the "Meet the seller area" to ask your questions.

Antlers Compared To Horns: Fun Facts To Know

Antlers grow from the animals’ skull and are shed and re-grown, usually in an annual cycle.

Horns are made of a bony core that is also attached to the skull, but horns are a permanent part of the skull.

Antlers are made entirely of bone.

Horns are made of keratin (the same substance that is found in reptile scales, claws, hooves, and human hair and fingernails) that covers a bony core.

Antlers are usually (though not always) found only in the male of the species, and typically branch out.

Horns are usually found in both the male and the female of the species, and they can be straight, curved, or even twisty. Most horns have only one point, and rarely branch out.

New To eBay?

eBay is famous for its highly successful "Feedback" system:

Each item for sale shows the seller's feedback rating.
- 1 - This number shows how many transactions the seller has had on eBay (includes buying and selling)
- 2 - This is the seller's feedback rating left by others who have bought or sold something with the seller
- 3 - You can read comments left by others who have done business with the seller

Screenshot of "Meet the seller" area

If you have never bought anything on eBay before, you will need to register with them. Registering is FREE. eBay requires registration in order to attempt to verify your identity to keep eBay a safe place to buy and sell, and to make sure you are over 18 years of age.