How much is a Huguenot dresser #200 worth?
Determining Value of an Antique Philadelphia Lawn Trimmer
I just got a reel type Philadelphia Lawn Trimmer. It has on the handle, 1912 cast in, as well as, Philadelphia. This is not a full width but a narrow trimmer, with one drive wheel and one small wheel on the other side. This is the first one I have seen of this type.
Determining the Age of a Murphy Cedar Chest
I have a Murphy cedar chest that says Murphy 18 on the back. It was in pieces when I found it beside the road. My grandfather was a master carpenter so he was able to put it back together and it looks like it just came off of the show room floor now.
Redoing the Lettering on an Antique Sewing Machine
My husband and I have been refurbishing my great grandmother's Singer sewing machine. We used soap and water to clean the machine itself and the gold lettering came off. Does any one have ideas where to get stencils to redo them?
Photo: Beautiful Antique Bowl in Window
I love to window shop downtown at the car show in Elizabethton. This seems too beautiful for even words to describe!
Information About An Antique Fiddle
I have a fiddle that reads inside, Antonius Stradiuaius Cremonenfis Faciebat Anno 1722. by Howard Coato pay-something. It also has a symbol on it, a circle with AtS in it. It has superb sound. I am trying to find its history and see how much it is worth.
I have an Aberk-lock 3-in-1 chair. I was wondering how much it might be worth and who made it.
Determining the Value of Vintage Theater Seats
I have an antique set of four old theatre chairs in timber with a wrought iron base. The seats flip upright. It is in good condition and I have no idea what it would be worth and how to sell them. Any thoughts?
Can anyone tell me what kind of desk this is or what it was used for? The top table flips down pushing another inset table up. The desk is extremely heavy. I want to post on Craig's List, but would like some information first. Any input would be helpful. Thank you.
Research Before Shopping Estate Sales
It is often the case at estate sales and garage sales that those hosting the sale overlook some hidden treasure in their inventory. Go to a jeweler or a pawn shop and see if the proprietor would teach you some fundamentals.
Getting Antiques Appraised Before Selling
How do I have an antique cabinet appraised before selling the item?
Refinishing the Inside of an Old Trunk
How do I recover the inside of an old trunk?
Removing a Water Stain on Antique Wood Veneer Radio
We are refinishing an antique floor model radio and have been unable to remove a water stain on the top part. It is a veneer piece of mahogany. Any responses will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Suggestions for Selling Antiques at a Yard Sale
I had a booth in a small town antique store. I didn't really make any money, but as long as I made enough to cover my rent and expenses, I kept my booth open. As the economy worsened, my booth no longer paid for itself, so I brought everything home.
Appraising a Vermont American Furniture Corp. Bedroom Set
I have bedroom set made by Vermont American Furniture Corp. It is from 1950. What do you think it's worth?
Selling Antique Furniture at a Yard Sale
I have two antique matching window chairs, one is a rocker and other is a chair. They have never been refinished. They have the extra spindles. I am planning on putting them in a fundraiser yard sale. Are they to valuable to put in a yard sale? Please help.
How Can I Tell If Something is Made of Silver
I have heard that a sure way of checking whether an item has silver in it is by seeing if it will stick to a magnet when you touch the item. Is this true?
Determining the Value of Sterling Silver Trays
Where is the best place to take silver serving trays and other pieces to get them priced? I don't know if they're worth anything. I have accumulated them along the way. They are labeled: Wm Rogers 171, Royal Rochester 3496, Webster Wilcox Oneida USA, Rogers and Bro. 1719.
Cleaning an Antique Baby Buggy
I have an old baby buggy that was used back in the 1800s. It's been in storage, so it needs a lot of clean up done to it. Someone suggested using a furniture oil on the leather parts because it smells musty. The metal parts are also rusty.
Identifying Markings on Serving Dish
I have silver by Rogers Brothers, 1847. It also has two letters after, that are I S. Can anyone tell me if this is sterling silver or not and what do the letters I S mean? The pattern is First Love.
I'm trying to find out how old a cedar bed is that was made by Murphy with the numbers on the back 4204-5/0-4/6.
Getting Information About a Sculpture
Does anyone know what this is? For 46 years my family has called it the Cherry Boy. The markings on the back say, Copyright 1906 By Boston Plasticart Co. Boston, Mass.
Determining the Value of Antique Furniture
I have a 1847 Davenport desk. How do I find out what it is worth?
Removing Ink Stains on Antique Oak Desk
Does anyone know how to remove ink stains from an antique oak desk?
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