antique item
[ænˈtiːk ˈaɪtəm]
nounpl: antique items
item antigo
1. an object that is valued because of its age, rarity, craftsmanship, or historical significance, typically over 100 years old
The museum displays a collection of antique items from the Victorian era.
O museu exibe uma coleção de itens antigos da era Vitoriana.
2. a piece of furniture, art, or other object from an earlier period that is sought after by collectors
She purchased several antique items at the estate sale last weekend.
Ela comprou vários itens antigos no leilão de bens imóveis no fim de semana passado.
In Brazil, antique items hold significant cultural value, with antique markets (feiras de antiguidades) being popular weekend destinations in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Americans often use 'antique item' in formal auction and museum contexts, while 'vintage' is preferred for more casual references to older objects.
NYC Slang
vintage find, old school piece
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