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Finding a Blakeney Ceramic -
Canister - blue and white pattern on canister

Finding a Blakeney Ceramic Canister?Finding other pieces of a ceramic canister set, after getting one at a flea market or thrift store may require some internet search time. This is a page about finding a Blakeney ceramic canister.

 

Value of Ashton Drake Dragons - small dragons

Finding the Value of Ashton Drake Ornaments?Ashton Drake galleries produced a set of hand painted resin ornaments depicting a variety of iridescent hued dragons. This is a page about finding the value of Ashton Drake dragons.

 

Value of a Vintage Coffee Table Record Player  - pull out turntable

Value of a Vintage Coffee Table Record Player?I have a True Tone vintage coffee table record player with a certificate of authenticity. It works great and is in very good condition. I can't seem to find anything similar to compare it to so I know how much to ask for.

 

Value of Plaster Knitting Figurine - what appears to be a walnut grandma knitting while sitting in a wingback chair

Finding the Value of a Plaster 'Nutty Grandma' Knitting Figurine?This is a page about value of a plaster 'Nutty Grandma' knitting figurine. This unique plaster figurine is of a walnut shaped figure, sitting in an easy chair, and working on a knitting project. Do you know anything about this figurine, such as the manufacturer, that could help determine it's value?

 

Value of Vintage Symphonic Record Player  - cabinet floor model turn table and tape deck

Value of Vintage Symphonic Record Player?I can't for the life of me figure out what this is worth. It's been in my family for 4 generations. It is a Symphonic record player, model 148-33T, but the actual record part is a Garrard model 1025. It is a stereo with an 8-track as well. Photos attached any info would be very helpful!!

 

Value of a Thrift Store Humidor  - brown wood humidor

Value of a Thrift Store Humidor?Found this humidor at a thrift store for $5. There's not much of a maker's mark, but there are some numbers written on it. I am just wanting to know it's worth. Thanks.

 

Identifying a Collectible Doubloon - gold colored doubloon with an Hindu deity motif of Lakshmi

Identifying a Collectible Doubloon?This is a very heavy doubloon or coin. It weighs approximately 5 grams. I researched it a little bit and I think it comes from an India festival "Mardi Gras like". Any advice?

 

Value of Mersman Side Tables - two side or end tables

Value of Mersman Side Tables?I purchased 2 Mersman 7377 side tables at a yard sale. I am just wondering about the value. They have the original finish and are in good condition. There is an ink well stain on top of one table.

 

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Value of a Mersman 7406 Table?When I acquired a Mersman 7406 coffee table 20 years ago, it had a white lacquer finish. I stripped it to it's natural blond state, then varnished it. It's in pretty good condition except for a ring in the corner that I've kept hidden with a basket.

 

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Value of a Wurlitzer 1952 Seeburg Selectomatic Jukebox?My mother has a Wurlitzer 1952 Seeburg Selectomatic jukebox. It's in poor shape, but was working in the last 10 years. How much can she sell something like this for today?

 

Value of Old Tin Container - cookie tin

Value of Old Tin Container?I found this in my nan's old things. She had pictures stored in it. I am not sure if anyone even collects them.

 

Value of Garden Pig Sculpture

Value of Garden Pig Sculpture?Anyone know if this is of any value to anyone? It has been in my nan's garden for a lot of years.

 

French Saxon Porcelaine Plate - tan  plate with house

Value of a French Saxon Porcelaine Plate?I have this plate, on the back it says porcelaine, underneath that is the word France, under that REC. There is a shield with a small castle within the shield. Under the marking it says Castelroux. The front says Angers La Maison d' Adam.

 

Value of 9 Drawer Dresser - modern style light colored dresser

Value of 9 Drawer Dresser?Does anyone know if this has any value? It is a 9 drawer dresser probably from the 50s.

 

Boston Plastic Art Co. Figurine

Finding the Value of Boston Plastic Art Co. FigurinesIt often requires some research to determine the value of mass produced plaster figurines such as the ones manufactured by the Boston Plastic Art Company. This is a page about finding the value of Boston Plastic Art Co. figurines.

 

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Identifying Stone Garden Ornaments - dog and squirrel castings

Identifying Stone Garden Ornaments?Can anyone tell me anything about these 2 stone ornaments? I got them from my late nan's garden. I have not seen them anywhere online.

 

Value of 1898 Quilt Top  - date

Finding the Value of Antique Quilt Tops?The value of antique quilt tops can vary quite a bit depending on its age, condition, pattern, etc. This is a page about finding the value of antique quilt tops.

 

Value of Falcon Three Wheel Riding Mower - cute riding mower

Value of Falcon Three Wheel Riding Mower?Anyone know the value of this Falcon three wheel ride on mower? I can't find much.

 

An angel figurine with two dog figurines.

Selling Collectible Angel FigurinesChoosing the right place to advertise your collectibles will help ensure a more successful selling experience. This is a page about selling collectible angel figurines.

 

Value of Outdoor Lion Figurine - discolored lion figurine of unknown material

Value of Outdoor Lion Figurine?Could anyone tell me if this is worth anything? It's a lion and it's really heavy.

 

Value of a Berry Spoon - older berry spoon

Value of a Berry Spoon?How can I tell how much this is worth and how old it is? I can't find any markings on it.

 

Records in a row, one in front.

Finding the Value of Old Vinyl RecordsWhether 45, 78 or 33 1/3 records, they may have value to the right person or they can be reused for some interesting crafts. This is a page about finding the value of old vinyl records.

 

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Selling Wedgwood China?Where can I sell a large set of Wedgewood Eastern Flowers Pattern 246 china, in Orange County? It has 16 place settings plus and all the extras in good condition.

 

Identifying a Buddha

Identifying a Buddha?Can anyone please tell me what kind of Buddha this is? What the inscription on this shrine says? And finally, what offerings are appropriate to give him?

 

Silver tea set on tray

How Can I Tell If Something is Made of...When shopping thrift stores and garage sales, it is nice to be able to recognize if an item is made of silver. This is a page about, "How can I tell if something is made of silver?".

 

older push mower

Information on a Dunlap Rotary Mower?I have a Dunlap 21" rotary power mower and can't fine much about it other than it was made by Sears and has a Lauson motor model # 123.88993. I would like to know what year it is. Thanks.

 

gas powered reel mower

Value of a Lawnmaster I 400 Self Propelled...I have a Lawnmaster I400 serial B11083 reel self propelled lawnmower in good condition. What is it worth or can I get parts for it (new or used)? It has a rebuilt Briggs and Stratton 2 h.p. motor and I just cut the grass with the rear bagger so it works fine.

 

Old Measuring Cup

Determining the Value of an Old Measuring Cup?This is a page about determining the value of an old measuring cup. Vintage kitchen tools are interesting to collect or save if you were given one.

 

blue intricate vine and bird pattern

Identifying a Demitasse Saucer?I have a demitasse saucer that is a flying turkey/phoenix bird pattern. The head of the bird is backwards compared to the ones I have seen. The saucer is not thin, it is rather thick. I have also sent the marking on the back. Can you tell me what it is and what the marking means?

 

Close up black and white or horse tack (saddle, stirrup, etc)

Determining the Value of Vintage Horse Tack?This is a page about determining the value of vintage horse tack. Old horse tack may have some value to a collector or it may just be old tack you can use to decorate your garden.

 

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Value of Seeburg 100 Select-O-Matic?I have a Seeburg 100 Select-O-Matic, Ser#1761181, model # HF100R-D. What is it worth?

 

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Value of Villeroy & Boch Hand Painted Plate?I have a 12.5 Villeroy & Boch hand painted flower plate. It has the saying - "Chickens lay eggs", on the top lip, and "Girls look for husbands", on the bottom lip, written in German Sutterlinschrift 1911 alphabet. The number U43 (Pattern Number) is on the back with the "makers mark". It's in perfect condition.

 

Information and Value of Old Fiddles (Violins)This is a page about information and value of old fiddles (violins). It can be a challenge to determine the value of an old musical instrument without professional advice.

 

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Value of a Vintage Walk Behind Mower?I have a late 40's, early 50's (I think) Jacobsen power mower. It has printed on a metal plate, serial #66021 26397, B and S motor (2 hp), and the name Victor 21. It is in excellent shape, all original.

 

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Value of Porcelain Hanging Fairies?I have a collection of various porcelain hanging fairies. My living room is being remolded so I have to sort through the totes this week to send pictures.

 

Antique Glass Bowl

Finding the Value of an Antique Glass Bowl?This is a page about finding the value of an antique glass bowl. Finding the value of inherited or purchased collectibles can be challenging.

 

Louisiana state quarter

Collecting State Quarters?This is a page about collecting state quarters. Acquiring the full set of certain kinds of coins can be a fun hobby.

 

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Information on Gambles Import Corp. Guitar?I also have a guitar from Gambles Import Corp. It is made in Japan also. It looks like it was a very nice one in its day. I am having it restrung. Where do you find the brand name on it? I am looking for info on its history also.

 

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1971 General Pants Company Poster?Have a General Pants Co. poster. It has been in the attic forever. I can find it, but as a t-shirt, on eBay. I am looking for more information on it.

 

Avon Doll

Buying Avon Collectibles?This is a page about buying Avon collectibles. Over the years Avon has sold various items, such as perfume bottles and decorative plates, that have become sought after collectibles.

 

Meerschaum Pipe

Finding the Value of Meerschaum Pipes?This is a page about finding the value of meerschaum pipes. Meerschaum, also knows as sepiolite, is a popular natural clay material used for making pipes. Its softness makes it easy to carve into beautiful shapes.

 

Old Silverware

Identifying Silverware Patterns?This is a page about identifying silverware patterns. Finding the name of an antique silverware design can help to determine its value or locate additional pieces.

 

Vintage Craft Tools

Finding Vintage Craft Tools and Supplies?This is a page about finding vintage craft tools and supplies. Collecting vintage items of various types is a popular hobby. If you are a crafter, perhaps you collect craft tools and supplies to decorate your home and craft room or studio.

 

Old Magazines

Finding the Value of Old Magazines?This is a page about finding the value of old magazines. Someone else may be interested in these periodicals for their articles and illustrations.

 

Old Bottle

Finding Out the Value of an Old Bottle?This is a page about finding out the value of an old bottle. There are many ways to come across old glass medicine or beverage containers, but it is not easy to determine their value.

 

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Estate Sale

Shopping Estate SalesThis page is about shopping estate sales. Knowing how to recognize precious metals, stones, and collectables will help you be a smart shopper at property sales and auctions.

 

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Value of Connersville Cabinet Company Cedar Chest?I have a cedar chest from the Connersville Cabinet Company with a delivery tag stating article no. 406. I have done some research on this company and have not been able to find an answer as to what year this chest was made and if it's worth any value. Please help!

 

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Buying Tom Rubel Retired Angels?This page is about buying Tom Rubel retired angels. These cute resin figurines are made in many different themes and are popular collectables.

 

Antique Violin

Finding the Value of Antique Violins?This is a page about finding the value of antique violins. Musical instruments are often passed down through families. Knowing the value of these items helps when purchasing insurance or possibly selling them.

 

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Value of 1964 Riding Lawn Mower?How can I find out how much my 1964 riding lawn mower, in good condition, is worth?

 

Selling Vinyl Records

Selling Vinyl RecordsThis is a page about selling vinyl records. If you have a collection of old vinyl records, you may have some really valuable recordings.

 

vintage beer can

Collecting Beer CansThis is a page about collecting beer cans. So many items become collectibles, the beer can is among the popular choices.

 

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Value of Old Reel Lawnmower?I have an Eclipse built reel lawnmower with a small engine on it. What is it worth?

 

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Value of Disney Films and Records?I have a number of sets of Walt Disney's films and record sets: Tales of Jiminy Cricket. Are they worth anything?

 

Black and white photo of queen.

Value of Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation News Article?I have the newspaper article from the Sunday Times Coronation Edition May 3, 1953, crowning of the Queen Elizabeth II. Does this article have a value to it?

 

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Name of Vintage Glass Dinnerware With Wheat Design?Anyone remember these dishes from the 50s/60s? They were clear glass and had a wheat design etched into the side. The wheat design was highlighted in gold. I remember the dinner plates were a bit smaller than most dinner plates of the time, but not as small as a bread and butter/salad plate. I think mom bought them from Woolworth's or W.T. Grant's. Does anyone remember what this pattern was called? I want to collect them and they would be so much easier to find if I knew the name.

 

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Value of an Old Lawn Roller?It seems to be an antique. It has a wooden handle with a large metal drum. It is rusted, but very usable.

 

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Value of Old WWI Photos?I have old negatives of WWI soldiers on horseback. Are these collectible? What is the value of such memorabilia?

 

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Indian with Head Dress Figurine?We have had this in the family for over 80 years. It is an Indian laying on his side. On the back it has a copyright of 1910, by Boston Plastog Art Co. Boston, Mass. Is it worth anything? I think it is like plaster of Paris.

 

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Information on Cindy M. McClure Porcelain Doll?I have a porcelain doll I would like to get some info on. It is a Cindy M. McClure #3497G. Where can I look?

 

Doll in box.

Jan Lee Doll Values?Could someone tell me how to figure out prices for collector dolls? I have several dolls. I have a limited edition Madison Lee and can't find it anywhere either. Any suggestions?

 

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Value of John Stoddard Lectures?What would the value be for a set of 10, 1898 John L. Stoddard lectures?

 

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Value of Goebel Musical Dolls?I have 2 Goebel musical dolls and would like to know the year and price of them please. The first is a Goebel Michafel #408 of 500, a Betty Jane Carter doll, designed by Bette Ball. He is wearing a white tuxedo, has blond hair, and plays "This guy is in love with you". It is a limited edition, still in original box, in mint condition.The next one is a Goebel Elizabeth # 746 of 1500. It is also a Betty Jane Carter doll designed by Bette Ball. She is a musical the plays "I could dance all night". She has blond hair and is wearing a white and pink ball gown with pearls. A limited edition, still in the original box and in mint condition.

 

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Value of Antique Pink Maytag Wringer Washer?I've got this antique pink Maytag wringer washer in working condition, and wonder if it's worth anything?

 

Very intricate metal design with handle on back.

Metal Stamps?A friend gave me 3 of these things. They are beautiful and have very intricate designs. It looks like the design is made with copper and with the handle on the back it makes me think that it was used as a stamp. Any ideas for how I can use these? Your thoughts and comments would be awesome. Thanks.

 

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Value of Michael Jackson Thriller Record?How much is the Michael Jackson Thriller, 33 vinyl record worth?

 

Small metal container, funnel shaped with a handle and lid.

What is This?A really nice buddy on my online Scrabble site sent this to me. She said she doesn't know what it is, but it's really cute. I agree. I have no idea what it is, but I too think it's really cute. I'm not looking to have it appraised nor do I want to sell it.

 

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Value of a Vintage Vita Master Belt Massager?I have a working Vita massager model#300. I'm wondering how much it's worth. The motor works great, the body is in fair condition, and the belt is included. If you could help me out it would be appreciated.

 

China Cup and Saucer

Appraising China?This page is about appraising china. Determining the value of fine china can be accomplished in a number of ways.

 

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Looking for Information on American Furniture of Martinsville?Both parents have passed and we have some furniture from American Furniture of Martinsville. The drawers have an emblem that states it's Wonderwood. I can remember it being delivered to our home as a child. I believe it was mid to late 1960s.

 

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Value of Pfaltzgraff Heirloom Edition Dishes?I have some Pfaltzgraff Heirloom edition dishes, 2 bowls, 4 dinner plates, 6 salad plates, 7 mugs, and 6 saucers. These are all in geat condition, no chips no cracks, just some normal light wear from being used.

 

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Value of a Vintage Belt Massager?What is the value of a Vita Master Belt massager, Model Custom 300, manufactured by T.J. Thomas, Inc., Brooklyn, New York?

 

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Vintage Indoor Ceramic Lamb Temperature Sensor?My grandma had a ceramic lamb that changed color with hot or cold weather. I think it may have been from the 1950s/60s. I was fascinated with this color changing lamb. It would turn pink with cold weather and blue with hot weather.

 

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Selling an Angel Collection?I have a very large angel collection I would like to sell, is there any place I could contact?

 

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Getting Antique Musical Instruments Appraised?I have some old fiddles left to me by my dad. One I know is over 100 years old. How do I get it appraised?

 

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Value of a Nat King Cole Album?I have the Nat King Cole, 6 album release Treasury. How much could it be worth?

 

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Selling Antiques?When I was working, I began collecting antique clothes, antique jewelry, and antique baby items. I have been retired and don't want these items anymore. However, many of them were expensive.

 

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Value of a 1950 Sunbeam Mixmaster?I have all the attachments (juicer and meat grinder), even the book for a 1950 Sunbeam Mixmaster mixer. What is it worth? It's a beaut!

 

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Determining Value of an Old Book Box?I have a dove tailed wood box that is labeled "The National Encyclopedia", P.F Collier and Son Corporation. This box obviously held their books. I am wondering if the wood box has any value due to it's age.

 

Old Marlboro cigarette sign.

Determining the Age of a Vintage Marlboro...Does anyone know anything about this sign? It is approx 30 inches high x 42 inches wide.Most of the vintage ones I have seen are red. Anybody know how old this might be?Thanks for your help.

 

Typewriter desk.

Finding the Company That Made Typewriter Desk?I found this beautiful typewriter desk at a thrift shop and was so thrilled to see it. I am not refinishing it. Someone may have been in the process of doing so because the insides of four of the drawers look either sanded or new. The other two look very old inside.

 

Interior view of the purse.

Uses for a Vintage Purse?The only thing I have of my paternal grandmother's, is a vintage purse. Does anybody have any suggestions for what I could keep in it, so that it has a purpose?

 

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"Romance of the Sea" Silverplate Storage Box by Wallace Silversmiths?I found an amazing silver chest today. It is a wooden sea blue chest with silverplate feet of carved seahorses and a silverplate clam shell for the handle. It also has silverplate, "pearls" around the bottom of the chest.

 

Tableware set: white with red flowers and leaf spray around half of outside edge. The edges appear to be ruffled.

Determining the Value of a 1940s Tableware Set?These dishes are from the 1940s and have been in the family since then. The only mark on the bottom is "Made in USA". They are hand painted and rather pretty, but I have no idea if they are worth anything at all.

 

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Determining the Value of a Pottery Bowl?I have gotten a bowl with a lid and a screw on handle. It's like pottery with a green leaf design and printed on the bottom of it is 702 BELL MFG U.S.A. The bowl has a leaf on the handles that flare out and has a gold knob that is screwed into the lid to pick it up.

 

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Value of a Small British Royal Arms Plate?What is the value of a plate I found that has one lion and a unicorn holding a sign that says: HONI-SOIT-QUI-MAL-Y-PEINGE. On the bottom it has a ribbon that says: DIEU ET MON DROIT.

 

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Determining the Value of a Choctaw Basket?What is the value of a double woven Choctaw basket? The base is square, but the basket is round, about 8 inches tall and 7 and a half inches round the bottom. The base is 5 and a half by 5 inches.

 

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Determining Age of Sovereign Canada British Made China?Could someone tell me if the following china is an antique? It is Sovereign Canada British made with 18k gold trim.

 

Photo of Silver Creamers on a Table

Is Silver Item Plated or Solid?I have a silver creamer with no markings and it isn't magnetic. How do I figure out if it is plated or solid?

 

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Where Can I Sell Loose Gem Stones?I have bought a lot of loose gem stones, all are real, (no cubic zirconium). I would like to sell some. I have tried many jewelry stores, but no luck! I have a people phobia, so going to a flea market or such is out of the question! Anyone have any ideas?

 

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Estimating Value on a Set of Congas?How do I estimate the value of a set of Congas?

 

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Restoring Faded Autographs on Baseballs?I have a baseball signed by Yogi Berra, the blue ball point ink used has faded. How do I get the blue signature back?

 

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Collecting Linda Grayson Figurines?I am collecting figurines from "Tea Party Teddy and Friends". It is a long line of figurines put out by Linda Grayson back in 1996, but I don't think they are being made anymore. If any of you know how I can get my hands on more I would appreciate it.

 

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Buying Vintage Travel Stickers?I would like to get some old travel stickers to add to an old steamer trunk, does anyone know where I can get them?

 

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Determining the Age of a Fiddle?I have a old fiddle with the word "Hope" on the back and was wondering if I could find out how old it is?

 

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Finding a Shop to Buy My Old Vinyl Records?I have 4 crates of old records ranging from Jazz, Rock and R&B. Where do I find stores to buy them?

 

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Selling Collectible Angel Figurines?I have a set of about 13 Retired Angel Figurines I would like to sell. How do I go about advertising them?

 

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Coronado 6-String Guitar?I am trying to find out some information about a guitar labeled "Gambles Import Corp." made in Japan. The name on the end says Coronado. It is a 6 string. Do you know where I can find more information?

 

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Looking for Ed Ames Recording of "Morning"?This is going to sound strange, but there is an Ed Ames song out there that I am searching for.

 

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Green Wine Bottle with Molded Brown Monkey?Can anyone tell me about a green wine bottle with a brown monkey wrapped around it?

 

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Images of Vintage Home Interiors?Where do I find images of old home interiors?

 

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Finding Buyers for Old Textile Bobbins?I have hundreds of bobbins from a old textile company, does anyone know where I can sell them to another company? How can I find anyone that can use or collect them? Your help would be highly appreciated. Thank-you.

 

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