As a Specialised Antique Dealer, you will need to master following:

• acquire antique items
• art history
• carry out active selling
• carry out order intake
• carry out products preparation
• characteristics of products
• characteristics of services
• demonstrate products' features
• e-commerce systems
• examine merchandise
• guarantee customer satisfaction
• identify customer's needs
• issue sales invoices
• maintain store cleanliness
• monitor stock level
• negotiate price for antiques
• operate cash register
• organise product display
• plan aftersales arrangements
• prevent shoplifting
• process refunds
• product comprehension
• provide customer guidance on product selection
• provide information related to antique items
• research market prices for antiques
• sales argumentation
• stock shelves

More generally, a specialised antique dealer is also versed in:

• apply numeracy skills
• ensure compliance with legal requirements
• organise storage facilities
• provide customer follow-up services
• use different communication channels

It also helps to know the following:

• spot valuable items