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Description : May I have your opinon on what these may be worth, please?

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Description : Old Mercedes Alternator: to Keep or Not to Keep?

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Description : Is anyone familar with Johnson Brothers Rose Chintz China Pattern?

Last Answer : answer:There’s Rose Chintz-Blue (http://www.replacements.com/webquote/JB_ROCB.htm) and Rose Chintz-Pink (http://www.replacements.com/webquote/JB_ROCH.htm). These links are to Replacements, Ltd., a store that buys and sells tableware pieces. This website might be a good place for you to get started.

Description : Can anybody help me to value this antique bottle?

Last Answer : I don’t have a clue to what it is worth but the bottom shot shows signs of a punty mark which means it was hand blown most likely into a mold. Despite the fact that the top lip is broken I would consider this as a collectable piece but the value could be all across the board.

Description : Where to sell old radios?

Last Answer : The example you gave is being sold on eBay. What about that site?

Description : Does anyone have experience refurbishing/reusing/reclaiming a wardrobe trunk?

Last Answer : answer:Your link didn't work for me. I know you want to turn it into a piece of usable furniture, but, depending on the history and condition, it may be worth far more as it is. Before you ... or killz, which should kill the musty odor. From then, you could cover it with fabric, or whatever.

Description : How much is this transcription player worth?

Last Answer : answer:For things like this I usually search on eBay for current and completed auctions to get a general idea of how much something is worth. You have to be a registered user on eBay to ... option, possibly your only option. This site also has a lot of information on Newcomb transcription players.

Description : Is Buchanan an old clock company?

Last Answer : answer:There is a type of pendulum wall clock called a Buchanan Regulator. It is now made by Westclox but may be based on something earlier. samples here This antique Sessions Regulator is similar ... second key wind for chimes, so that the classes would not be interrupted by any unnecessary noises.

Description : How much could this miniature painting be worth?

Last Answer : answer:I think that this is something that you would need to have appraised, unless there is an expert on Hummel collectibles and Hummel art here on fluther. A lot of Hummel stuff can be fairly valuable ... is either unique or you don't provide the right search terms you may come up empty handed.

Description : Question for cuckoo clock experts. Please help.

Last Answer : answer:Here is one supplier. I have also gotten replacement parts off Ebay. Here is a search. I have never used this dealer but it may be worth a try. I would email the dealers with ... sure they can help you find the right replacement. Good luck with your restoration! Cuckoo clocks are wonderful!

Description : How do I tell if I have an antique?

Last Answer : Got to an antique dealer, they might know, or know people that could find out easily!

Description : How does one go about selling good jewelry?

Last Answer : You could contact an auction house like Christie's or Sotheby's. They are on Facebook these days, if you can believe that. My first stop would be a local fine jeweler's that is well known ... pieces on consignment. Sounds like you already have a sensible plan in place-appraise and insure. Good luck!

Description : What is the best way to spend your mid-life crisis?

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Description : Any recommendations on repairing a music box?

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Description : What would you absolutely love to find at an estate sale?

Last Answer : An old antique that is way under valued. Something that if I took it on the Antiques Road Show, they would look at in astonishment and ask Do you know what you have here? Then they would marvel ... and selling antiques for quite a while. Mostly just for fun. The scenario above is our dream. LOL!

Description : How to Antique Furniture with Paint

Last Answer : How to Antique Furniture with Paint In this modern age, it's a surprise that antique furniture are still very much in demand, no matter how expensive they can be. If you want to have lovely antique ... follow these steps, and you'll end up with an eye-pleasing piece you'll be proud to display.

Description : How to Clean Antique Bronze

Last Answer : How to Clean Antique Bronze Antique bronze items are common Today you may find antique bronze statues in many people's houses. Antique bronze items such as statues add elegance to a room and ... contain hydrochloric or sulfuric acid. These may act too strongly and remove more metal than necessary.