I bought a silver tea pot service (with tea pot, sugar bowl, and cream bowl) at a yard sale. I would like to research its value on my own. What resources do I use ?
2007-07-01 06:01:30 · 4 answers · asked by cocovan 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
I would suggest that you put it on ebay with a significant reserve against it but a low starting bid. That way you will find out very quickly (put it on a 3 day auction) if there is any interest in the item and what people would be willing to give.
Of course, your reserve would be a price that you certainly would be willing to sell the item for just in case someone wanted it. Give it a try. As cheap as driving somewhere for an appraisal.
2007-07-01 06:11:27 · answer #1 · answered by glenn t 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Research the hallmark on the bottom here:
http://www.925-1000.com/
2007-07-01 06:09:48 · answer #2 · answered by Wren )O( 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First is it American or English made ?
Is it STERLING or plate ?
Go to the library and get a reference book on antique ,american or English Silverware .
2007-07-01 07:00:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
antiques road show homie
2007-07-01 06:04:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋