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I have a Shakespeare commemorative medal by Barre from 1818, made of bronze. The observe side features a bust of Shakespeare with the inscription GULIELMUS SHAKESPEARE. The reverse side has the inscription NATUS STRATFORDIAE IN BRITANNIA AN.M.D.LXIV. OBIT AN.M.DC.XVI: series numismatica virorum illustrium M.D XVIII. I also have a chain made up of 5 of these medallions, with the central one having an additional ring with the inscriptions HAMLET MACBETH ROMEO JULIET. I want to know the origin and possible value of these items.
August 2nd, 2024
I have an antique watch that is approximately 70 to 80 years old. It is a gold watch, possibly a Rolex Tudor Royal, given to my grandfather who was a back gunner on a Halifax bomber. The watch was given to him because he made 20 flights without being shot down. The watch is in good condition with the original strap, hardly used. What is the value and any other important details the Antiques Appraiser should know?
October 27th, 2024
I have a guy trying to sell a Chase Organ No. 12620. It is not in working order, but the case looks good. I am considering buying it more as a piece of furniture for my Western style patio, and working condition is not important to me. What should I offer him for it?
July 30th, 2023
I cannot find my mark on a piece of pottery anywhere. My grandmother got it at a moving/storage place when I was young. I'm 65 now. It is about 9 inches tall and 12 inches wide. Would love to decipher the mark. Looks like Eliuiea? There is also #2789 and two straight blue marks side by side.
April 19th, 2024
What is the retail value of a stained glass hanging lamp made by the Heart Stained Glass company of New London, Connecticut, featuring five cats with colored eyes, and how should it be marketed?
July 21st, 2023
How can I get an estimate on my cloisonné collectibles, which include horses, vases, and bonsai decorative trees with agate, and have been in my collection for over 30 years?
May 19th, 2023