Identifying an Old Table?I have this table. I have been looking at side tables, stretcher, library, and sofa. I can't find it or anything about it. Could someone please help with identifying this as it is driving me mad. I have looked at thousands.
Value of Murphy Rocking Chair?I purchased a Murphy rocking chair from a garage sale for $20.00. It is stamped Murphy 1941 Owensboro Kentucky 1941 under the arm. What is this valued at, did I get a good find?
Value of Murphy Armoire?I have an armoire/wardrobe numbered 655. Any idea what it is worth?
Value of Murphy Cedar Chest?I have 54 Murphy cedar chest in excellent condition with key. Does anybody know the value?
Finding the Value of Antique Furniture?How can I find out if an antique table and chairs are worth anything? The chairs all need to be repaired.
Value of a Murphy Wardrobe 240?I have a Murphy wardrobe 240. It is all original, including 2 skeleton keys, shoe rack, and a cedar bag for keys. There are no cracks or splits, but there are some minor scratches. It is in beautiful condition. How much should I ask for it?
Displaying an Antique Wooden Wall Hanging?I have this piece that was made without any nails, glue, or any modern things to hold it together. It is a hand carved picture that looks Japanese. It originally was a wall carving. It was in three pieces, the carving itself had a frame, I guess you would call it, around it with gold inlay.
Value of Murphy Cedar Chest?What is a Murphy 16 cedar chest worth?
Finding the Value of 17th Century Love Seat?We need to sell a 17th century, upholstered love seat with a pecan wooden carved frame in excellent condition. It is a family heirloom of a good friend from Canada.
Value of Roycroft Bookcase?Would anyone be able to tell me the estimated value of a Roycroft bookcase made to hold the volumes of "Little Journey" books?
Value and Age of Murphy Armoire?We have a Murphy's cedar armoire wardrobe that is stamped 340 on the back. It is in good condition.
Value of Antique Murphy's Swivel Office Chair?What is the value of an antique Murphy's swivel office chair in fair condition? The serial number is 287.
Finding an Appraiser for Antique Dishes?I have a vast collection of antique dishes left to me by my father who recently passed. It includes everything from pieces from China, to occupied Japan, Germany, Italy, etc. I need an appraiser in Colorado, can you help?
Selling Antique Furniture?I posted an ad on Craigslist to sell an antique desk and was deluged by shipping/MoneyGram scams. Any suggestions on how to sell without dealing with crooks? By the way, the photo shows that each shelf is pegged by a single peg and each drawer by double pegs.
Information on Coronado Treadle...I received a Coronado treadle sewing machine for a Christmas present and I can't find a model number on it. I have been looking on the internet to find out information on it, but can not seem to find any. I am looking for any information possible.
Value of Curly or Tiger Maple Furniture?We have an older bedroom set of curley maple furniture. It is in pretty good shape. I was wondering how to even begin with selling it. What would a good price be without really taking a hit?
Information on Antique Chair?I have an old spindle chair I know it was made by S. Bent and Brothers, but other than that nothing. Any info would be great. Thank you.
Value of Old Reel Mower?I have a 1925 Milbrandt reel mower with a Briggs PB engine. Runs fine. I'm thinking about selling and don't know where to start.
Value of a RCA Victor Record Player/Stereo?I own a RCA Victor record player/stereo. The speakers go up top with speaker covers, not included, (where the DVDs are stored). The record player goes in middle drawer (not included). 2 other drawers pull out as well. It is very heavy. It has the RCA Victor logo.
Value of Murphy Chair Co. Rocking Chair?I have a Murphy Chair Co., Detroit rocking chair #612. It is in very good condition. What is it worth?
Value of Murphy's Cedar Chest 7083?I am wanting to sell this. I live in KCMO and not sure how much I should ask for it?
Value of Old Reel Mowers?I have two very old reel mowers. Both have wooden shafts with cast iron blades, wheels, etc. One of the mowers has an ornate set of wheels with ferns going around them while the other has equally nice wheels.
Value of Murphy Chairs?I've got two matching wooden chairs with seal and patent stamp. ?? #3091 or #5091 possibly.
Selling Antique Furniture?How can I find the best price for antique furniture?
Value of Old Glass Bowl?I have a 3 legged glass bowl that was my great grandmother's. It has no maker's markings on it at all. I'm trying to find any information I can about it. My mother used to say it was very valuable, and if that is true I want to insure it. Thank you very much.
Value of Queen Ann Table and Chairs?I have a round Queen Ann table with 3 leaves and four chairs. No. 7394 made by the Murphy Chair Co. of Detroit, Mich. Can you tell me the date they were made and value?
Selling an Antique Dresser?How would you quote a price on a 1800 century dress mirror three drawers on small wheels? I have picture. It is in fairly good condition over all.
Identifying Murphy Furniture?Do I have a Murphy chair? It is a mid-century, modern traditional lounge arm chair. My chair has open arms with only one upper arm brace. The lower leg brace has curved or bowed outside leg brace and straight lower back brace. It also has a metal Murphy Chair Co. tag.
Information on Antique Chinese Rice Bed?I have a 1700s antique Chinese rice bed all hand carved rose wood in good condition. I need to know some history on it and I can't seem to find anything about it. Help. I know it's really rare.
Value of a Murphy 410 Cedar Armoire?Anyone know the worth of this in excellent condition? It has original skeleton keys and cedar bag with it.
Age and Value of a Murphy Rocking Chair?I have a rocking chair with a mark on bottom of chair that has a crest with Murphy Chair Company on left side and Detroit 5688 Michigan on the right.
Selling an Antique Bedroom Set?I have an old bedroom set that belonged to my grandpa; its a hundred years old this year. It is in great condition. How would I find someone to buy it?
What is This Piece of Furniture?Does anyone know what this piece of furniture was used for and the era it came from?
Age of Murphy #19 Cedar Chest?I am trying to find out when the Murphy #19 cedar chest was made.
Value of Cedar Murphy Bed Frame 202-4/6?What is the value of a Murphy cedar bed frame #202-4/6?
Information on Murphy Cedar Chest Model#4017?I have a Murphy cedar chest. It says Murphy 4017 on the back. Is there anywhere I can look up models to find out more information on what it's worth and what exact year it was made. Although I believe mine was made between 1985-1989, because I was a small child when it was purchased for me.
Value of Murphy Bedroom Furniture?I have a Murphy 202 4/6 bedroom suite, including head and foot board, dresser, a mirrored chest drawers, and 2 night stands. How much is it worth?
Value of a Murphy Cedar Wardrobe?I have a Murphy cedar wardrobe-345. It is in excellent condition. Does anyone know the value?
Storing a Handmade Pieced Wooden Table?I have a coffee table which was made by my grandfather 60 years ago. It was made with tiny individual pieces of wood, glued together to make a pattern. It is a beautiful piece, but now I have to store it in a storage unit for awhile.
Selling Antique Furniture Online?Is there a site I can post the pictures of my antique furniture to be sold?
Information on 340 Murphy Cedar Wardrobe?I just bought a 340 Murphy Cedar wardrobe online.It is is great condition. I paid $60.00 for it, but, they were asking $75.00 or more for it.
Information on Mappin and Webb Silver Goblet?I have a Mappin and Webb goblet or trophy which says it is from 1884. All that is on the bottom is the Mappin and Webb stamp and 3 dots stamped in a triangle formation. Can anybody tell me if its silver or anything else about it? Thanks.
Opening an Antique Coin Bank?I inherited this small tin bank (copper color) from my father and it is almost 75 years old (I think). I cannot find how to open it and other sites say just tear into it. I don't want to destroy it - just find out what's in it! Do you know how to open it?
Crystal Chandelier?I live near Atlanta and I was wondering where I could take an antique crystal chandelier for an estimate on what it's worth? Or, can anyone on here tell me it's value? I'd post a pic, but I don't know how to do that.
Information on Murphy Cedar Chest?I have a Murphy cedar chest stamped, Murphy 18. Does anyone know when this was made, etc.?
Information on Murphy Cedar Wardrobe?I just purchased a cedar armoire for $175.00. It is in excellent condition. It has, on the back: Murphy made in the USA and the numbers 4340. Can anyone tell me anything about this piece?
Wrought Iron Theater Seats?I have 40 wrought and cast iron seats they are in 5 seat units with wooden armrest and seats are padded. Is there a market for such and if so what are estimated values?
Antique Kohler Winselmann Sewing Machine?I have an antique Kohler Winselmann sewing machine and would like to learn more about it. The whole machine is solid cast iron. The machine base has hinges connecting it to the top part. The upper part can be tilted back; perhaps to be able to work on the internal mechanism.
Information on Old Fiddle?I have inherited my grandfather's fiddle. The story goes he purchased it from a peddler when he was about 13. That would make the fiddle at least 100 years old as Grandpa was born about the turn of the century. There is a sticker on the inside that says, Richard Rubin, made in Germany.
Value of Vintage Theater Seats?We have a wood and leather theatre seat that has 4 flip up seats. We could not make out the "Made By" stamp on the bottom of each flipup seat until now after many many months of research. It was made by the Sydney Art Mantel Works Enmore of 1912. We are now trying to get an estimate on what to sell it for. We would love to keep it and turn it into a quirky piece, but don't want to "destroy" it if it could be of historical value to somebody! I would rather sell it to somebody to restore it and continue its history. Anyone have any thoughts?
Antique Winselmann Sewing Machine?Does anyone out there know anything about an antique sewing machine from the 1860's called a Winselmann. It is also called a coffin top. It was made in Germany, but none were ever sold outside of that country. Thanks any answers will be appreciated.
Determining the Value of a Silver Tray?I have a silver serving tray. How can I tell what it is worth? It's about 13 x 16 inches. It is stamped with: Rogers Bros. Made and Guaranteed by Mariden Company 295 1/2. Below that is a 20. It weighs 5.2 lbs and was dated and engraved March 15th, 1917.
Identifying Silver Service Markings?I have a cream and sugar bowl that is marked 175 and a teapot that is marked 597? Is this silver? I know it is very old; it is my grandfather's sister's.
Identifying the Maker of a Brass Bed?Can someone help me identify this brass/iron bed? The bed headboard and footboard are vintage, maybe antique. I have scoured the internet and have yet to find anything remotely looking like this design.
Information on Winselmann Antique...I have a 1867 approximate, Winselmann treadle coffin top sewing machine that was made in Germany. I am not sure if it was ever imported to Canada. There is no info available on the internet for this machine.
Huguenot Dresser?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.
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.
Value of an Aberk-Lock Chair?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?
What Type of Desk is This?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.
Getting Antiques Appraised Before Selling?How do I have an antique cabinet appraised before selling the item?
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.
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.
Dating Antique Furniture?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?
Determining the Value of an Antique Steamer Trunk?I have an old antique steamer wardrobe trunk. It is canvas covered and in pretty good condition. I want to know how much I should sell it for.
Antiques Appraiser in Brooklyn, NY?I have a piece of 18th century antique furniture and would like to have it appraised near where I live.
Could This Be a Piano Stool?I have an old chair with a turnable seat to adjust higher or lower, no arms, claw feet holding clear glass or crystal balls. It's small, about 4 feet tall with dark wood, and metal attachments for the turnstyle.
Cleaning Antiques and Collectibles?I have furniture, dishes, etc. inherited from my father and grandparents. How do I get the built up over 50 years of thick, sticky, brown smoke, and dust residue off of everything without hurting them? I am especially concerned for the antique furniture?
Determining Fair Market Value of Vintage Furniture?How do I find out the fair market value for my vintage furniture?
Pricing Antique Figurines?I think these pieces originated in Holland, maybe in the 1800's, not sure. Can anyone tell me where they are from and perhaps a value or somewhere I could find out what they might be worth?
Refinishing a Henry Link Cabinet?I just purchased an old cabinet at a second hand store. It is pale yellow with painted flowers on it. On the inside drawer it says "Henry Link". I looked this up, and apparently I bought a nice vintage piece from the fifties for $22.
Finding the Value of a Huguenot Dresser?How much is a #405 Huguenot Dresser worth?
Determining the Value of Antique Dishes?I have some antique dishes, Flying Turkey, with the "M" mark in a wreath, "T" mark in a wreath or triangle, and "TT" in triangles. What are they worth (ball park)? They were made in the early 19th Century.
Information About an Old Sewing Machine?My friend has an old sewing machine from 1941 with warranty and purchase receipt. Where would I find info on it? It's an Enterprise D.
Selling Antique Furniture?I have some antique furniture that I would like to sell at the right price. I do not want to be ripped off. How do I do this?
Value of Antique Glassware?How can I find out if glassware that was given to me has any value? The person who gave it to me claims they were her grandmother's?
Information About an Antique Chair?I would like information on this antique chair. Is it French, Italian or something else? Do you think it is an original, made in the 20's or 30's? I have spent numerous hours on the internet and have been to antique stores and no one can give me any information. Help please!
What is This Piece of Furniture?I have a piece a furniture and I am trying to figure out what it is and what it would be worth. Can anyone help me with this? I think it is a china cabinet. I have no idea what year it would be from.
Information About an Antique Cabinet?Would anyone know anything about this antique? The possible age and value?
Restoring Burned Copper Pots?Is there a way to restore antique, solid copper pots burned in a house fire?
Appraisal For Antique Fiddle?Where do I go to get a free appraisal on an antique fiddle? I've tried many places and nothing. Somebody help!
Determining The Value of Antique Chairs?Determining The Value of Antique Chairs. I have an antique dining table and 6 chairs and would like to know how I can find out how valuable they are? They need refinishing.
Antique Murphy Cedar Chest?I bought this Cedar Chest for $25.00. On the back it says Murphy #23 in black letters and numbers. It also has wood handles. Can anyone tell me anything about it.
Researching and Selling Antique Furniture?How do I research and sell my antique furniture. Post your advice here.
