It is an object that represents a previous era or time period in human society. An item should be at least 100 years old to be defined as an antique. Generally speaking if the item is no older than an antique but not less than 20 years, it falls under the term vintage.

What is considered antique age?

Antiques are items which must be at least 100 years old. That means, as of the date of this posting, an antique item was made on or before April of 1918. Items over 300 years of age generally fall into one of two categories depending upon whether they are manmade creations or natural finds.

Is 20 years old antique?

Model Year/Age: Generally speaking, antique cars are 45 years or older while classic cars are 20 years or older.

What is a Retrophile?

One who loves that which is from or characteristic of the past. noun.