Comments on: How do I research the value of an antique silver tea pot ?

By: ELLIOT

ELLIOT — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:29:21 +0000

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 .

By: JOEY

JOEY — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 19:16:56 +0000

BRADFORD

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.

By: ANGEL

ANGEL — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 11:59:12 +0000

BRYCE

Research the hallmark on the bottom here:

By: DOYLE

DOYLE — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:38:08 +0000

PARKER

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