A Treasure Hunt Through History

A Treasure Hunt Through History Article

At nearly 400 years old, Charleston is a city ripe with tidbits of days past, living landmarks and remnants of history’s highlights. Discover the treasures for yourself with a deep dive into the city’s antiquing scene.

Inspired by his travels throughout Asia and Europe, John Pope Antiques offers an eclectic assortment of items from near and far, with a presentation fully focused on style and quality. As one of the largest and oldest antique collectors in the South, George C. Birlant & Co. specializes in 18^th and 19th-century treasures. Priceless pieces such as hand-decorated English Davenport Ironstone, Brilliant period hand-cut crystal, and English Geo III grandfather clocks are among some of the items counted in their inventory. Spend a night or two in a home straight out of history at the John Rutledge House Inn. Originally built in 1763, Rutledge spent much time in the second-floor drawing room where he drafted the United States Constitution.