I inherited an antique coffee cup and saucer that I want to get information about. It is said to be china from the White House, but I can't find any past White House china that looks like it. On the bottom are the maker's marks (3 X's in the form of a pyramid). The color is dark blue with a gold leaf design. The cup has the raised face of George Washington on one side and Benjamin Franklin on the other side. In between the two faces is the American eagle holding arrows and an olive branch. Above the eagle is a ribbon with: E PLURIBUS UNUM. The cup has 3 feet on the bottom of it. What is the origin and value of this cup and saucer?

December 19th, 2024

I have original photographs taken by my husband's grandfather at the wedding of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. They are good quality, as he was an avid photographer. What is the best resource for me to find out their value?

December 18th, 2023

I have a Capodimante snail adorned with flowers. I looked at eBay and Etsy and saw no similar creature. I thought it was ugly, but it kinda grows on you. Any ideas?

March 3rd, 2023

I am trying to positively identify a large glass epergne with floral horns that glow both persimmon and green. The base is 12" wide and it stands 18" tall. I have found similar pieces but none with the same level of detail. Another glass expert suggested Stevens and Williams, but I haven't found any similarities. What could this epergne be, and what is its value?

November 17th, 2023

I have a coffee dessert set with Victoria China, featuring a crown and numbered 192. It includes cups, saucers, plates, and a teapot. How can I get it appraised and what is its potential value?

January 21st, 2023