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I have pre-1800 Native American children's beaded clothing handed down from my grandfather. The items include a beaded leather jacket with fringe and a beaded black vest. My great grandfather was from Michigan and was gifted these items by a Native American for his son. I would like to have them appraised. What is the value of these items and what tribe might they be associated with?
May 18th, 2023
I have a ceramic candy dish/ashtray that appears to be white and gold with the words 'Palace Tea Co. Xmas Greeting' on it. There is an angel stamped/printed on the side of the base, and the number 45 is written in gold on the bottom. What might be the value of this item?
September 1st, 2024
I have an early Prohart painting that the artist gave to my father, his friend, in the 1950s. The subject matter is of a hut and camp scene in the bush. Size 15"x10", I think oil on board. Excellent condition. Would this be enough information to obtain an approximate valuation?
December 23rd, 2024
I have an 1860 Peking incenser brought over by my grandfather from the Boxer Rebellion. It was from the Yuanmingyuan summer residence built by the Manchu emperors in the 18th century. The palace was rebuilt by Empress Dowager Cixi in the 1870s and renamed Yiheyuan. During the Boxer Rebellion in 1900, the palace was destroyed by Western troops and remained dilapidated until the Chinese Communists rebuilt it in the 1950s. My grandfather brought the incenser over during the Boxer Rebellion. I am interested in obtaining a value on the item. What should I do?
February 18th, 2023
This is a drawing room sewing machine. All parts are in good working order but the cabinet has been refinished. What is the value?
July 29th, 2024
I have an antique kitchen scale: Antique Cast Iron Balance Scale - The JB, No. 4 - with tray. Red Paint. Beautiful unique vintage scale. Perfect size. Base 10", top 14", Height 7". Thoughts on valuation?
May 25th, 2023