Member Spotlight - Paula M. Amato

Paula M. Amato of the Eclectic Dealer's booth
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Bonanzle Booth: http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/EclecticDealer

A bit about Paula

Paula's parents were collectors of fine porcelains which included Dresden, Meissen and Spode - all first factory. They were seen at Sotheby ~ Parke Bernet, NYC whenever there was an auction or showing, so antiquing is really in her DNA.

She attended the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and became a Graduate Gemologist. After her schooling she owned a Jewelry store in New York dealing in Fine Gems. She dealt with many Celebrities and New York's Movers and Shakers. Her personal collection leans toward Oriental and her greatest finds are pieces that she said "Couldn't be" but were.

When buying items for sale on Bonanzle she buys with her heart and only buys items that she would want for herself. Paula tries to research the items to the best of her ability so that when she presents them to you, she can give an honest description.

Her commitment to her buyers is a promise of honesty.

It's also worth noting that Paula has been published in at least three books and quite a few newspapers including the business section of the Sunday New York Times. You can read that NYT article by clicking here.

Visit her booth!