I purchased a bronze cello figurine that says 'Castilian imports' on the bottom, but I can't find any information about it. The cello is about 16 inches, heavy, and has a sticker indicating it was made in China with the number #4950. Can you help me understand more about this item?
June 7th, 2024
Can you provide the value of the following items: 1. A set of children's storybooks over 100 years old, 2. A child-size Hoosier cabinet without a maker's name but over 100 years old, and 3. Two brass English Salter scales purchased in England?
March 28th, 2023
I inherited a Lady Elgin pocket watch with a 14k chain and raised swallows, irises, and cranes on the case. The watch repairman said it was produced between 1903 and 1904. The interior serial number on the working parts is 10063696 and the case serial number is (###) ###-####. Can you provide an approximate value for insurance purposes?
September 23rd, 2023
I have a pewter shot measure with the word 'CENTILITRE' engraved on the side and a shield with a crown on the base. It measures approximately 1+3/4 inches. Do you think it's French? What is its age and value?
February 18th, 2023
What is the approximate value of a 125-piece Noritake Bessie pattern #5788 dinnerware set, purchased in Japan around 1968, in excellent condition with no chips or marks on any piece?
November 23rd, 2023
I bought a bench recently and want to reupholster it. The outer liner was deteriorating, and I found the wool needlepoint marked with Chippendale. The wood bench has been painted, and the needlepoint is in bad shape. Did Chippendale ever mark his needlepoints that were used in benches?
May 30th, 2023