I submitted photos of three different antique items a couple of days ago but have not received a response yet. Can someone please review and respond back to my questions? The items include a tricycle believed to be from the early 1900s, a carousel horse purchased in 1977 for $1,200 from an antique store in Sacramento, CA, and a hand-painted desk and chair created by a well-known artist in California named John Johanssen who lived in Amador County before passing away a few years ago. All items are in very good to excellent condition.

April 14th, 2023

I have been given a Claude Monet painting and need to determine if it's a copy or original, and its value. The painting is titled 'No 2126 the scene of Bougival Claude Monet (French 1840-1926)' and is in a frame that is taped shut, preventing inspection of the back. What can be determined about its authenticity and value without opening the frame?

September 1st, 2024

I have an antique sterling silver salad serving set from Nevius Brothers, a high-end store where my mother worked in high school. The set was a wedding gift to her in 1957. I found the maker's mark and have information about the store's history. What is the value of this set and how can I best sell it?

June 30th, 2023

I have a six-foot-tall gun cabinet that holds eight guns. It has a glass front door with a handle and two bottom drawers. I would like to know how much it might cost to sell it.

September 2nd, 2024

I have a cast iron placard about the size of a license plate that says 'Milwaukee Harvester Co. Milwaukee Wis.' The company was only around for about 5 years and was bought out by International Harvester around 1902. What is the value of this placard?

June 26th, 2024