What is the value of two Japanese mamezara-style plates, likely datable to the latter twentieth century or after, with cobalt oxide underglaze decorations of a dragonfly and bamboo on one plate, and a deer and bamboo on the other plate, both appearing to be porcelain covered with a clear crackle glaze and stamped with caligraphic script and the manufacturer's red seal?

March 1st, 2023

I have an old secretary that was my grandmother’s. It must be around 80 to 100 years old. What is its value and how can I sell it?

September 20th, 2024

How can I establish the value of specialized books about butterflies and insects, and what is the process for selling them to interested parties?

April 15th, 2024

I bought a hand-painted vase from an estate sale. It has an unclear signature and is 8.75 inches tall, from 1998. I believe it might be by Christine Schneider due to its style and shape. What is its value, is it indeed by Christine Schneider, and how should I describe it in a listing?

November 5th, 2024

I found a copy of the Complete Works of O. Henry in my father's collection. The book is from 1927, published by Doubleday, Page & Company. The pages, cover, and spine are in good condition. What is the value of this book and what details should I provide for an appraisal?

July 1st, 2024