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2008-08-20 Antique Musical Instruments - zither: Hi Debbie: I wouldn't worry too much about this being worth thousands tho I am sure someone would want it. There were many variants of these zither-like instruments from the turn of the last century...
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2008-08-20 Silver and Flatware - 1847 rogers bros IS: Hello Penelope. Without knowing which pattern you have or the size of your set, it's a bit difficult to determine the value. Generally speaking, full sets of silverplate flatware in good condition...
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2008-08-20 Antique Clocks - grandfather clock, not chiming the hour: normally the strike train does not wear out but can need cleaning and oiling. Your symptoms indicate to me not enough power is getting through to keep the strike wheel turning when striking. I do not...
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2008-08-20 Silver and Flatware - 1881 Rogers A1: Hello Bruce, thank you for your question. It sounds like you may have a spoon in the La Vigne pattern. You can double check this on one of the online flatware replacement companies (1881 Rogers is...
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2008-08-20 Antique Clocks - case restoration of a black mantel clock: If it's a wood case we're talking about here with no celluloid, use a good furniture cleaner first to help remove surface dirt. Next, use a small piece of 0000 steel wool with a fine polish such as Guardsman...
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