Lambs & Ivy "Little Lambs" Upholstered Rocking Chair?I am looking for a Lambs & Ivy "Little Lambs" upholstered rocking chair. I know this bedding/design has been discontinued since my daughter was born, but this would really add to the nursery.
Appraising China?Appraising China. I have a set of Nu Orleans china, made by Summerfield, from the 70's. It is an 8 piece setting with extra pieces, white with silver wheat leaves. Does anyone know about this china? Is it worth anything?
Rubel's Heavens Retired Angels?Do you know where I might find Rubel's Heavens Retired Angels?
Claudia 'Silverplate' Service for Eight?I have a complete service for eight of Claudia silverplate. Does anyone know who the original manufacturer was, the value of what I have?
Looking for Collectible by Tom Rubel Titled 'Bedtime at Granny's'?I'm looking to purchase a collectible by Tom Rubel titled 'Bedtime at Granny's'. It's a combination of the Retired Angel line and the Heavenly Angel line. Please contact me if you know of anyplace I might find one. Thanks!
Websites For Identifying Antique Markings?I am looking for web sites where I can find information about stamps or markings on the bottom of silver, china etc. You know those markings on the back or bottom of antique pieces. Sometimes they are in a diamond with numbers inside, sometimes they are stamped or embedded in the piece. I have a couple of items, I would like to look up and see if they are worth anything. Thanks so much.
Identifying Real Crystal?How do I tell if crystal is real?
Researching Old Wine Bottles?I have what I believe are two wine bottles that were made in Italy. I do not know much about them. I am hoping someone could tell me a little bit about them. I would like to know how old they are and if they are worth anything?
Company That Collects China Pieces?I have a set of china that was given to me by my mother. Last week I dropped one of the pieces and it broke. A few years ago I saw on television a company that was collecting pieces of old china from all over the world for sale. Does anyone know about this companies address or have any information on it? Thanks.
Identifying Purity of Silver Platter?I found a silver fruit plater at a carboot. I know that pure silver is marked 925 but can any one tell me what S431 means. I am nearly one hundred percent sure it is silver but I am not sure how pure.
Selling Coca Cola Bottles?I have a collection of Coca Cola bottles that my husband had collected years ago. I lost my husband five years ago and I am looking for information on how to sell them. Please help. Thank you so much.
Collecting Advertising Credit Cards?Do people collect the Advertising Credit Cards?
Octagon Soap Wrapper Dishes?We have some dishes fro my father's great grandmother. She got them from saving Octagon soap wrappers. I cannot find anything about the dishes. I was wondering if anyone out there has some information on them? They are a blue willow pattern. Thanks.
"Bedtime at Granny's" Rubel Angel?I am looking for a Rubel Angel called "Bedtime at Granny's".
Currier and Ives Lithographs?I found a set of four Currier and Ives Lithographs a few years ago at a yard sale. I put them in my craft room until I knew what to do with them. I forgot them until last week when cleaning my room for more space.
What Are These Glasses?What are these glasses called? Who makes them? Anyone know anything about them? I can't seem to find out where they came from. I got them from Goodwill about a year ago.
Green Bay Packers Mugs?My father-in-law owned 9 glass mugs (approx. 14 oz mugs) with the Green Bay Packers football team name and helmet on them. I don't want to sell them (they have sentimental value), but I would like to know if anyone knows who manufactured them.
Selling Vinyl Records?What prices should I sell my 1980s vinyl records for, at a garage sale?
Selling "Magic the Gathering" Cards?I want to sell my "Magic the Gathering" cards, how exactly do I do that?
Finding the Value of Old Vinyl Records?Does anyone know the value of old 78 RPM records as well as 33 records? Someone said there is no value. Surely there is some value. Does anyone have experience in this area? I have a fairly large number. Thanks for sharing.
Determining the Value of Collectibles for Estate Sale?I am preparing a home for an estate sale and I'm finding lots of items that are vintage and/or collectibles. I'm having trouble finding values for these items.
Getting Information About an Old Wine?I need information on an 80-85 year old wine bottle DRL Solaro (Italy) 20.35, Distillerie Riunite Di Liquor p.A.-Solaro
Restoring Straps on Vintage Wooden Skis?I have a pair of vintage wooden skis with leather and rusted metal (no idea what kind) attachments. How can I clean/restore the metal without damaging the wood and leather?
Finding Buyers for Old Textile Bobbins?I have hundreds of bobbins from a old textile company, does anyone know where I can sell them to another company? How can I find anyone that can use or collect them? Your help would be highly appreciated. Thank-you.
Determining the Value of a Historic Photo?I have a photograph of Hitler. How can I find what it is worth?
Images of Vintage Home Interiors?Where do I find images of old home interiors?
Green Wine Bottle with Molded Brown Monkey?Can anyone tell me about a green wine bottle with a brown monkey wrapped around it?
Cleaning Stains on Art Glass Used as Vases?How can you remove mineral and oxidization stains from precious art glass pieces that have been used as flower vases at some time in their life?
Looking for Ed Ames Recording of "Morning"?This is going to sound strange, but there is an Ed Ames song out there that I am searching for.
Coronado 6-String Guitar?I am trying to find out some information about a guitar labeled "Gambles Import Corp." made in Japan. The name on the end says Coronado. It is a 6 string. Do you know where I can find more information?
Selling Collectible Angel Figurines?I have a set of about 13 Retired Angel Figurines I would like to sell. How do I go about advertising them?
Determining the Value of Precious Moments Figurines?I want to sell Precious Moment figures, does anyone know how to find the value of them without their boxes? Is there a website?
Ideas for Bric-a-Brac to Sell at Markets?I am looking for ideas on bric-a-brac to sell at my stall at the markets. Thanks.
Determining the Value of Vintage Tractor?I have a old John Deere tractor that I want to know how much it is worth? Help. Where do I start? I can't find a number. No pictures that I have looked at, look like it. It is in the shed and the tires are dry rotted. I have no way of getting it out.
Finding a Shop to Buy My Old Vinyl Records?I have 4 crates of old records ranging from Jazz, Rock and R&B. Where do I find stores to buy them?
Does an Old Cigar Box Have Any Value?How do I find the value of an old cigar box? I checked the tobacco company, but I would like to know if the box is worth anything as is, or should I do what I want to it.
Determining the Age of a Fiddle?I have a old fiddle with the word "Hope" on the back and was wondering if I could find out how old it is?
Buying Vintage Travel Stickers?I would like to get some old travel stickers to add to an old steamer trunk, does anyone know where I can get them?
Determining the Origin and Value of Old Three Part Bottle?I have an old bottle; it is made in 3 different pieces welded together. The top, neck, the body, and the bottom are all welded together so you can see the 3 different pieces and the glass welding. It stands about 12 inches high, with a diameter of 4 inches.
Determining the Value of an Old Reel Mower?I found a hand push mower. The company name is Success American Mower Company. I think it is out of Indiana. The roller in front of the wheels is wooden and so is the handle. Just curious to see if it's worth anything.
Collecting Linda Grayson Figurines?I am collecting figurines from "Tea Party Teddy and Friends". It is a long line of figurines put out by Linda Grayson back in 1996, but I don't think they are being made anymore. If any of you know how I can get my hands on more I would appreciate it.
Restoring Faded Autographs on Baseballs?I have a baseball signed by Yogi Berra, the blue ball point ink used has faded. How do I get the blue signature back?
Selling Collectible Dolls?I have several collector dolls from places such as Ashton Drake Galleries, Danbury Mint, Franklin Mint, that are closed issues now. Where is the best place to try an sell them? eBay doesn't seem to bring good sales for collector items.
Finding Value of Old Needlecraft Magazines?How do I find out the value of some very old Needlecraft magazines? These are from 1922-1927-1930-1934-1937. I am not wanting to sell except locally or in Kansas City.
Showcasing Collectibles in a Small Area?I'm a huge "I Love Lucy" Fan, and I'm an avid collector of her items varying from Barbies still in mint condition in their box, to watches, to a marble with her face on it!
How Do I Know if a Tray is Sterling Silver?I really need to know how to tell if a piece is truly sterling or if it is just silver plated? It is stamped with the #'s 05601 D4 23 and the words Reed and Barton and Regent and the elephant for the year 1952.
Estimating Value on a Set of Congas?How do I estimate the value of a set of Congas?
Where Can I Sell Loose Gem Stones?I have bought a lot of loose gem stones, all are real, (no cubic zirconium). I would like to sell some. I have tried many jewelry stores, but no luck! I have a people phobia, so going to a flea market or such is out of the question! Anyone have any ideas?
Is Silver Item Plated or Solid?I have a silver creamer with no markings and it isn't magnetic. How do I figure out if it is plated or solid?
Determining the Age of an Afga 4 oz. Measuring Cup?I have a small 4oz clear glass measuring cup, with a spout. It has no handle and says Afga inside a diamond shape and made in America underneath. Anyone seen one of these or know how old it is?Thanks!
Determining Age of Sovereign Canada British Made China?Could someone tell me if the following china is an antique? It is Sovereign Canada British made with 18k gold trim.
Protecting a Cast Iron Stove from Rust?I have an old iron stove. It comes from a church and is very ornate and stands about 4 feet high, has four legs and takes up loads of room. I am wondering if I could put it outside without too much damage. What would I have to do to protect it from rusting.
Determining the Value of a Choctaw Basket?What is the value of a double woven Choctaw basket? The base is square, but the basket is round, about 8 inches tall and 7 and a half inches round the bottom. The base is 5 and a half by 5 inches.
Value of a Small British Royal Arms Plate?What is the value of a plate I found that has one lion and a unicorn holding a sign that says: HONI-SOIT-QUI-MAL-Y-PEINGE. On the bottom it has a ribbon that says: DIEU ET MON DROIT.
Determining the Value of a Pottery Bowl?I have gotten a bowl with a lid and a screw on handle. It's like pottery with a green leaf design and printed on the bottom of it is 702 BELL MFG U.S.A. The bowl has a leaf on the handles that flare out and has a gold knob that is screwed into the lid to pick it up.
Determining the Value of a 1953 Craftsman Reel Mower?How or where can I find the value of a 1953 craftsman reel mower?
Determining the Value of a 1940s Tableware Set?These dishes are from the 1940s and have been in the family since then. The only mark on the bottom is "Made in USA". They are hand painted and rather pretty, but I have no idea if they are worth anything at all.
Determining the Value of Old Records?I have old 78 records. How do I find out if they are worth any money?
"Romance of the Sea" Silverplate Storage Box by Wallace Silversmiths?I found an amazing silver chest today. It is a wooden sea blue chest with silverplate feet of carved seahorses and a silverplate clam shell for the handle. It also has silverplate, "pearls" around the bottom of the chest.
Uses for a Vintage Purse?The only thing I have of my paternal grandmother's, is a vintage purse. Does anybody have any suggestions for what I could keep in it, so that it has a purpose?
Finding the Company That Made Typewriter Desk?I found this beautiful typewriter desk at a thrift shop and was so thrilled to see it. I am not refinishing it. Someone may have been in the process of doing so because the insides of four of the drawers look either sanded or new. The other two look very old inside.
Determining the Age of a Vintage Marlboro...Does anyone know anything about this sign? It is approx 30 inches high x 42 inches wide.Most of the vintage ones I have seen are red. Anybody know how old this might be?Thanks for your help.
Value of an Elvis Presley Golden Record?I have a 1958 golden Elvis record I'm selling to an Elvis collector for $800 to 1,000. Is this the right price?
Determining Age and Value of Old Measuring Cup?I have a five cup measuring jar that has measured scales for liquids by weight, quart, pint, and gill and by tea and coffee cups. There is also dry measure (flour) by 1/4 pounds and ounces.
Determining Value of an Old Book Box?I have a dove tailed wood box that is labeled "The National Encyclopedia", P.F Collier and Son Corporation. This box obviously held their books. I am wondering if the wood box has any value due to it's age.
Determining the Value of Colonial Dishes?How do I find the value of colonial dishes? These have been in the family over 60 years.
Murphy 27 Cedar Chest?I have an old chest. Can anyone tell me how old this chest is or what the significance of Murphy 27 means?
Value of a 1950 Sunbeam Mixmaster?I have all the attachments (juicer and meat grinder), even the book for a 1950 Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer. What is it worth? It's a beaut!
Selling Antiques?When I was working, I began collecting antique clothes, antique jewelry, and antique baby items. I have been retired and don't want these items anymore. However, many of them were expensive.
Heaven's Retired Angels?Does anyone know if there is a website where I can view or find out how many of the Tom Rubel Heaven's Retired Angels were actually made? I have a few of them and am interested in collecting more but have no idea how many of them there actually are.
Value of a Murphy Cedar Chest?I have a Murphy Cedar chest with I 9 on the back. It is in good shape. What would it be worth?
Selling 78 RPM Records?I have about 200 old 78 RPM records of all kinds from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. How much could I possibly get for all of them at one time?
Value of a Nat King Cole Album?I have the Nat King Cole, 6 album release Treasury. How much could it be worth?
Getting Antique Musical Instruments Appraised?I have some old fiddles left to me by my dad. One I know is over 100 years old. How do I get it appraised?
Selling an Angel Collection?I have a very large angel collection I would like to sell, is there any place I could contact?
Vintage Indoor Ceramic Lamb Temperature Sensor?My grandma had a ceramic lamb that changed color with hot or cold weather. I think it may have been from the 1950s/60s. I was fascinated with this color changing lamb. It would turn pink with cold weather and blue with hot weather.
Value of a Vintage Belt Massager?What is the value of a Vita Master Belt massager, Model Custom 300, manufactured by T.J. Thomas, Inc., Brooklyn, New York?
Determining the Value of Porcelain Dolls?I have several 5 inch Lenox porcelain dolls, 30 - 40 years old. I am looking for their value.
Value of Ashton Drake Doll?I bought a Mother's Day doll about 15 years ago. It is still in all its original packaging in mint condition. Any ideas of the value today, please?
Value of Pfaltzgraff Heirloom Edition Dishes?I have some Pfaltzgraff Heirloom edition dishes, 2 bowls, 4 dinner plates, 6 salad plates, 7 mugs, and 6 saucers. These are all in geat condition, no chips no cracks, just some normal light wear from being used.
Value of Vintage Corningware Percolator?I have a black, starburst, 9 cup Corningware percolator from 1959. Does anyone know a value? I believe it is rare.
Avon Dinner Plate Bear?Does anyone know where I can get the original Avon dinner plate ceramic bear that you "hook" on the edge of a dinner plate?
Finding the Value of an Antique Violin?I have an old violin with the name Oswald Schaller 1821. Does anyone know how I can determine its value?
Value of Antique Car Grille Emblem?I have a grille ornament/emblem for a Apherson 8 automobile. Where can I find the value of this "item"? I need all of the help or suggestions I can get. Thanks.
Looking for Information on American Furniture of Martinsville?Both parents have passed and we have some furniture from American Furniture of Martinsville. The drawers have an emblem that states it's Wonderwood. I can remember it being delivered to our home as a child. I believe it was mid to late 1960s.
Value of a Vintage Vita Master Belt Massager?I have a working Vita massager model#300. I'm wondering how much it's worth. The motor works great, the body is in fair condition, and the belt is included. If you could help me out it would be appreciated.
What is This?A really nice buddy on my online Scrabble site sent this to me. She said she doesn't know what it is, but it's really cute. I agree. I have no idea what it is, but I too think it's really cute. I'm not looking to have it appraised nor do I want to sell it.
Value of Michael Jackson Thriller Record?How much is the Michael Jackson Thriller, 33 vinyl record worth?
Getting Antiques Appraised?I have an old antique ironing board, it is very old, and a couple of washboards that are numbered. I also have some silver brushes, mirror, and old pictures, etc. What is the best way to get to know how much they are worth? I have no idea where to start or whom to trust.
Value of a Vintage Jukebox?I have a 1956 Wurlitzer centennial 200 jukebox what is the value range? It works and the cabinet is fair and all the glass is intact? Thanks.
Value of Wine Bottles with Monkey Molded on Glass?I have some green or brown wine bottles with a monkey molded on it. Are these rare and is there a value to the bottle? They are empty and the one has a state of Illinois decal on it. Thanks.
Value of a Winkle Wheldon Ware Platter?I have a large platter (white with blue design around edges). It is stamped on the back with F. Winkle Co. Ltd. Wheldon Ware England is also stamped blue Moselle. It was my grandmother's. She was born in the late 1800s. Would this be worth anything?
Metal Stamps?A friend gave me 3 of these things. They are beautiful and have very intricate designs. It looks like the design is made with copper and with the handle on the back it makes me think that it was used as a stamp. Any ideas for how I can use these? Your thoughts and comments would be awesome. Thanks.
Value of Antique Pink Maytag Wringer Washer?I've got this antique pink Maytag wringer washer in working condition, and wonder if it's worth anything?
Rare Gerber Baby Porcelain Doll?I would like to know the value, it's in its original box, never opened. The doll comes with a certificate and has a # stamped on the back of its head. The Gerber baby is in a christening gown. Any ideas on the value?
Coper Art Porcelain Doll?I am wondering about the value of a Coper Art porcelain doll. Any suggestions as to how I can find the value?
Value of Goebel Musical Dolls?I have 2 Goebel musical dolls and would like to know the year and price of them please. The first is a Goebel Michafel #408 of 500, a Betty Jane Carter doll, designed by Bette Ball. He is wearing a white tuxedo, has blond hair, and plays "This guy is in love with you". It is a limited edition, still in original box, in mint condition.The next one is a Goebel Elizabeth # 746 of 1500. It is also a Betty Jane Carter doll designed by Bette Ball. She is a musical the plays "I could dance all night". She has blond hair and is wearing a white and pink ball gown with pearls. A limited edition, still in the original box and in mint condition.
Value of John Stoddard Lectures?What would the value be for a set of 10, 1898 John L. Stoddard lectures?
Value of Cindy McClure Mandy Doll?I have a Cindy McClure, Mandy porcelain doll. She is #935 of 2000. She is titled "baby doll at the beach". She is wearing a stripped two piece bathing suit. Included is a hat and an umbrella. She is still wrapped and in her original box and in condition mint.
Porcelain Doll Value?My mom has 3 porcelain dolls and we are wanting to know the current value on them. One is Cinderella, another is Shirley Temple, and the third is the Morton salt girl with umbrella and original box.
Jan Lee Doll Values?Could someone tell me how to figure out prices for collector dolls? I have several dolls. I have a limited edition Madison Lee and can't find it anywhere either. Any suggestions?
Value of 1962 Midge Barbie Doll?I have a 1962 Midge Barbie doll in the box. What is the value?
