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I own a Singer class 185J with serial number JD756185 and other numbers SIMANCO CAN 33681 Cat No RFJ8-8. It was built in St Johns Newfoundland Canada, but I can't find the year it was made (guessing 1959). Can you provide insight on the year and any history of the machine? Also, some people refer to it as 'Spartan.' Is there any significance to that? I bought it from someone who had restored it to excellent condition (almost new like), but it doesn't have an original base; I made a base for it. Was the original base wood or the green plastic ones?
March 7th, 2023
I have two tea cups with saucers and one single saucer. They are delicate porcelain and I believe they are English made. There are no makers marks on any of the pieces. Can you provide any information about their origin and value?
August 16th, 2023
I need retail values for a vintage metal school bus and a newer Tonka toy pickup with camper that I want to sell in my shop. The school bus is unmarked on the bottom but has 'Hubley' written on the sides.
February 16th, 2023
I have a 12" by 8.5" silk of Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot's "Souvenir de Mortefontaine". Was wondering if it is worth anything. It is in wonderful condition and I bought it some 50+ years ago.
January 17th, 2024
I have a sterling silver rimmed compote/sauce server with a grape motif etched into the outside of the bowl. The rim is marked with 'STERLING eagle 3605'. It is 3 inches high, 4 7/8 inches across the opening, and has a 3-inch base. It is in very good condition with one tiny ding in the silver. What is the origin and value of this piece?
December 16th, 2023
I have owned a Martin D-28 guitar since the late 1960s. It is in excellent condition with only a slightly scratched area not protected by the pick guard. I would like to insure the instrument and would appreciate your opinion regarding the insurance value I should place on it.
January 18th, 2023