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Value of Antique Quilt Blocks?Found at estate sale, paper pieced quilt blocks. THE date on news paper states 1918. Not great condition but want to sell to a collector if possible. Do you think that someone would be interested.

 

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Information on Antique Chair?I have an old spindle chair I know it was made by S. Bent and Brothers, but other than that nothing. Any info would be great. Thank you.

 

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Value of Murphy Chair Co. Rocking Chair?I have a Murphy Chair Co., Detroit rocking chair #612. It is in very good condition. What is it worth?

 

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Value of Murphy's Cedar Chest 7083?I am wanting to sell this. I live in KCMO and not sure how much I should ask for it?

 

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Value of Old Reel Mowers?I have two very old reel mowers. Both have wooden shafts with cast iron blades, wheels, etc. One of the mowers has an ornate set of wheels with ferns going around them while the other has equally nice wheels.

 

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Value of Murphy Chairs?I've got two matching wooden chairs with seal and patent stamp. ?? #3091 or #5091 possibly.

 

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Information About Dutch Klewang and Old Sea Chest?Recently came across this. Just wondered If anyone can help me with values/ history of the sword. As far as I know, they have always been together. The ship painting has a British merchant flag and as far as I know the sword is a Dutch Klewang sword.

 

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Value of Carsonola Crank Phonograph?I have a 1900s Carsonola crank phonograph and am curious to see what it's worth. What is the value of it and any background info you can share.

 

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Help Identifying Old Farm EquipmentI recently volunteered at a local museum (Poquoson, VA) to research the origins of some old farm equipment that they received as donations. The equipment is in "as is" condition and may not be complete.

 

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Identify This Wooden Object?This is a wooden object about 4 feet high, 2 feet wide and looks a bit like a ladder but the top pulls off. Belonged on my grandfather's farm and could be 100 years old. My family would like to know what it is and how it was used.

 

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Identifying Old Farm Equipment?Does anyone know what this is? It is at our historical society and the tag is too faded to read?

 

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Identifying Old Farm Equipment?This horse drawn imp was made by John Deere, what was it used for?

 

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Identifying an Antique Crank Record Player?I'm having difficulty in identifying this crank record player. I can't find any tags on it.

 

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Age and Maker of an Old Wooden Trunk?I would love to know age of this trunk ? And possibly the maker? I am just curious. The liner is original. It is only missing the lock. I don't see any signs of it being refurbished.

 

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Value of a Ansonia Mantle Clock?Can anyone tell me anything about the history of this mantle clock please? All I know is it is called an Ansonia mantle clock. It has recently been professionally refurbished and I just wanted to know a little about it and of course any valuation. It is in perfect working order.

 

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Value of an Old Trunk?Can you tell me anything about this truck? It has American Window Glass Company Pittsburgh Pa. stamped on the wood inside.

 

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Value of an Antique Indestructo Steamer Trunk?I've come across a large trunk with an insured Indestructo trunk label including a registration number. It's got leather handles on each side and brass fixtures and hardware. The inside is in good, but not perfect condition although all the drawers work great. It's super neat, but is it valuable? Also can I trace original owner via registration number?

 

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Help Identifying this Piece of Equipment?This piece is displayed outside a local business and I would like to know what it is called.

 

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Identifying an Old Metal Framework?A friend of mine found this in an old barn. Can anyone tell me what it is?

 

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Identifying an Old Trunk?I am looking for any information on date or production company of this chest.

 

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Identifying Antique Logging Equipment?I found this with my metal detector on my property in NW Washington state. The area has been logged over the years. There were quite a few cedar stumps with notches in them.

 

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Value of an Antique Ingraham Clock?I'm looking for the value of this antique clock. It is from the E Ingraham Company.

 

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Estimated Value of a Cecelia'Antique Phonograph?I am considering purchasing this antique phonograph. It was listed as a Victrola, but after I pressed him he said he used that as a generic description. The brand or model he says is a'Cecilia. I couldn't find any info online about that brand/model. See the photo. I'd like to know the estimated value.

 

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Value of a Victor Talking Machine?I am looking for the value of a Victoria Talking Machine, missing the hand crank. Model is a Granada 46101. Any information will be appreciated. I have some of the original records that play on it as well.

 

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Identifying Old Farm Equipment?What the heck is this heavy piece of old equipment? It looks somewhat similar to a horse-drawn fresno.

 

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Value of an Antique Chest?I have an older chest with an Eagle Lock Co. 8446F from Terryville, CONN USA label. Can I sell it as is, and how much is it worth?

 

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What Is This Equipment?What is this piece of equipment? I saw it a local fair. I apologize for the picture not being the greatest.

 

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Value of a Lenzkirch Grandfather Clock?I've tried finding a clock like this and have been unsuccessful. I m wondering if anyone knows anything about this and what it's worth?

 

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Value of an Antique Record Player?We found my husband's grandparents' record player in the attic. The label is missing. The stickers are half gone, but there is a date on one sticker on the bottom that has the year 1892. After some research, I believe it is a Victor Phonograph. We are curious as to what it is worth, if anything. There are some springs and gears laying inside the box, so I'm sure it is not in working condition.

 

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Information on Justis and Armiger Silver Plate Covered Dish?I have a quadruple plate piece that is also marked Sterline - not Sterling. What does Sterline mean?

 

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Value of an Antique RCA Victor Victrola?I am wondering what this family Victrola VV-XVI SN-100601(G) is worth and approximately when it was made. I tried to look it up, but came up empty handed.

 

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Value of Noritake Celery and Salt China?My mother was handed these dishes from her mother. From the mark I have figured out it was made c. 1921, but that's about it.

 

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Value of Spin-Well Spinning Wheel?I am looking for the value of this Spin-Well spinning wheel? It was manufactured in Sifton, Manitoba. Time Period - pre-patent/patent pending.

 

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Identifying Antique Lamps?Can anyone tell me anything about these lamps? I know they are antiques, but can not find a name on them anywhere.

 

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Antique Cabinet with Turntable?i was given this, but have no idea whether to junk it or sell it. Any suggestions?

 

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Identifying Old Farm Equipment?Could anyone tell me what this machine would be been used for please?

 

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Value of an Old Steamer Trunk?Can someone help me determine the value of this trunk?

 

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Value of an Antique Japanese Bronze Vase?I am hoping to get help determining the value, maker, and history on a bronze Japanese vase.

 

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Finding Information on an Old Steamer Trunk?I have this old steamer trunk and want to learn it's history. Can anyone tell me anything about it? We have put the time frame at 1877. It has a Patton stamp on the hardware that says Patton 77. That's all we can see.

 

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Information on an Old Steamer Trunk?I am looking to put an age on this trunk I bought today. It is not in great shape, but I don't care. I just want to know when and where it was made.

 

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Determining the Value of an Antique Chinese Vase?I need to know the value of this Chinese vase.

 

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Determining the Age and Origin of an Antique Trunk?An antique family trunk just came into our possession. It is very dark blue in color with a Long Lock padlock which on the front has an engraved marking of T907. The back has PAT APLD FOR. Can you please help with the age and maybe origin to see if it matches our family story.

 

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Value of Antique Couch and Chairs?I have furniture over a hundred years old, one couch and five chairs. They would need to be reupholstered to be perfect. Very solid hard wood. Would like some idea how much I should ask for it.

 

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Value of a Pathe Record Player?I have a Pathe record player. Is it worth something?

 

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Identifying an Antique Dresser?For any of you that are knowledgeable in furniture I'm curious as to what you would say about this piece of furniture? I just bought it from a young girl who inherited it and she knew nothing about it.

 

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Value and Information on Antique Chairs?Can you tell me anything about this chair? I recently purchased a pair at an estate sale.

 

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Identifying an Ornate Wooden Double Bench?Can you tell me anything about this bench?

 

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History and Value of an Antique Chair?I just acquired this chair. I find it very interesting. Anyone know anything about it or it's value?

 

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Information on Mid Century Antique Coffee Table?I just bought this antique mid century coffee table and I'm curious about the function of the side with the little cubbyhole. Have you ever seen this before or was it something custom made?

 

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Identifying an Antique Cabinet?Can you please tell me what this piece of furniture is called?

 

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Value of a Mersman Half Moon Table?I have a Mersman table with barley twist legs. It is stamped with a Mersman metal tag. It is believed to be 1930s vintage. Could you give an approximate value of this table?

 

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Identifying an Antique Desk?Does anyone know what type of desk this is or where it may have been made? I can't find any markings.

 

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Value of a Mersman 6658 2 Tiered Table?Would you know the value or what I should pay for it second hand?

 

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Value of Murphy Red Cedar Chest of Drawers?I have a 4 drawer chest of drawers that is made out of cedar, it looks like red cedar to me. The back of it says: MURPHY 151 NSM. The measurements are: 42"H x 32"W x 18"D. It's missing 2 of the drawers. Is there any way you could give me some kind of estimated value range?

 

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Meaning of the Numbers on the Underside of Mersman Tables?What do the numbers on bottom of Mersman furniture indicate? I have a table with 24-33. I would love to know what it means.

 

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Value of a Harmograph Talking Machine (Phonograph)?I have a Harmograph type H5135 working talking machine. I cannot find out how much it is worth. My intention is to sell it.

 

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Identifying an Antique Brass Bed?I purchased a very old brass bed, queen size, that is at least 100 years old, judging by the support frames. It has very high posts on the headboard, and lower ones on the footboard. The shape is angular, but with round posts and spindles. The finials are not round, but almost mushroom shape.

 

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Value of a Denison Record Player?How much do think one of these would cost?

 

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Value of an Antique Singer Sewing Machine?I am looking for any information on my 1874 Singer sewing machine. I am mostly interested in its value.

 

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Information on a Gem Folding Table?I found this table at a Habitat for Humanity store and I can't find much on it. The marking on the bottom reads: Gem folding table T March 10 1885 Manufactured by Stowell Mfg. Co.Putney VT. Any info would be great. I have only found the patent info on this table.

 

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Value of a Seeburg H Orchestrion?What is the value of a Seeburg "H" orchestrion?

 

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Value and Information on a Caphart Record Player?I have a Capehart record player that I have had for a few years now. I can't find my model or that much about the year that this player seems to be made. Any help with anything to do with the history of the model and value would be great.

 

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Identifying a Child's Chair?I got today this child's chair at an estate sale. It's painted over so I can't find anything on it.

 

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Identifying an Antique Table?Could you please tell me what this table would have been used for? It almost looks to me like it's some kind of a library table where you could stack books in there, but I just can't really imagine.

 

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Value of a Lammerts Dresser with Mirror?We found a lovely dresser with a mirror. It has a copper nameplate on the back of the mirror that gives the name Lammerts. How can I peruse pictures of Lammerts dressers so I can find a match it to. I want to learn more about the dresser with its mirror and find its value?

 

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Looking for a Free Antique Search Engine?Where can I look up a wide variety of antiques for free, to learn more about them and their value?

 

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Identifying a Wingback Armchair?I have a theory about this oak Chippendale style wingback armchair being Irish (because of Celtic knot carvings) and from around 1880. Am I wrong ? Can you tell me more about it?

 

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Value of Two Inlaid Wood Tables?Again I inherited these 2 tables and was wondering what they were worth? They are 26 3/4" H x 17 1/2" D with inlaid wood bands.

 

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Value of True Grand Rapids Imperial Mahogany Table?I inherited this True Grand Rapids Imperial mahogany table with brass feet and was wondering what it is worth?

 

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Value of Mission Style Sideboard?I inherited this sideboard and was wondering what it is worth.

 

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Value of Mersman Entry Table 5066 1/2?I inherited this piece and was wondering how much is it worth?

 

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Identifying a Piece of Antique or Vintage Furniture?I am not sure exactly what this is and its age; can you tell me?

 

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Value of Vintage Black Humpback Steamer Trunk?How much is this vintage black humpback steamer trunk worth? We could not find a manufacturer's name of the trunk.

 

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Value of an Antique Sideboard?I own an antique sideboard. I can't seem to establish the period and value unless I transport it somewhere. I am trying to find out if that is worth my while. Any expert advice (appraisal)?

 

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Determining the Value of an Antique Table?I have an antique table that's refinished with all original parts. I think the wood is pecan. How much is it worth?

 

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Pricing Antiques to Sell?I can't find out information on two items. Can anyone help? We have no idea how much they're worth and need to sell them.

 

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Information and Value of a Brandt Table?I have inherited this beautiful table from my great aunt. I was hoping that someone with knowledge about the brand Brandt or antique furniture could help me identify the table type, quality, age, and maybe even value. I love this table, but would love to know more about it.

 

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Identifying Antique Dining Chairs?Can you tell me anything about this chair?

 

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Identifying Old Chairs?Does anyone know anything about these chairs? They are not quite rocking chairs, more like gliders. I cannot seem to find anything similar online. I also found no markings or a manufacturer name on them, which is not helpful, but figured I would ask.

 

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Value of a 1927 White Rotary Electric Sewing Machine?Can someone point me in the best direction on how to research the accurate and fair value of this old sewing machine for my mom. As seen in the photos it is in a cabinet.

 

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Value of a Murphy Rocking Chair?I have a small rocker #5305 from Murphy Chair Co. in Detroit Michigan. I am looking for the value.

 

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Value of Mersman Coffee Table 25-43?What is the value of Mersman coffee table 25-43?

 

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What Kind of Bedroom Furniture Is This?Is this piece of bedroom furniture called an armoire, chifforobe, bureau, or something else? I can't find a design like this.

 

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Mersman End Table?Can anyone tell me anything about this end table? It has 5690 on the bottom and the drawer!

 

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Value of Antique Bedroom Furniture?My husband and I bought this bedroom suite many years ago at an estate auction sale. Does anyone know what kind it is and what it may be worth?

 

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Age and Value of a Mersman Table?This scalloped edged round Mersman table has a different logo on the bottom. No number, just a sticker that says Mersman tables. Can anyone give me info on the age and value of it? Thank you!

 

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Information About a Mersman Table?This table was found in the family. It's a Mersman table (I know because of sticker on bottom), but that is all we know. We can't find any information regarding this table online. The history, the value. Anyone know?

 

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Finding the Value of an Old Trunk?Anyone know any information about this trunk and what it might be worth?

 

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Value of Antique Love Seat?I am cleaning out antiques and have no idea what this piece might be worth. We bought it at an auction years ago.

 

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Information on Bisque Doll?I bought this doll that was advertised as a 1920s bisque piano doll 30cmH-18cmW. How do I know if it's real or not? It is very hard to find this doll anywhere with this type of hair style.

 

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Value of Murphy Rocking Chair?I have a Murphy #687 rocking chair. What is it worth?

 

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Information and Value of Mersman 7642 Cocktail Table?I am trying to research anything on my Mersman 7642 cocktail table. I'm not coming up with much online. Anyone have sites to share? I don't know the year or group and would like to learn more, including average value.

 

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Value of Glass Front Cabinet?This has been in the family for 50 years that we know of.

 

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Value of Murphy's Cedar Chest?I have a Murphy cedar chest number 18 with the original price tag hanging in the chest that says $34. I am just wondering what the value of the chest is since I have received it from my grandmother and she said she bought it a very long time ago.

 

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Value of a Murphy Cedar Chest?I have a Murphy cedar chest #4023. How much is it worth in excellent condition?

 

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Information on Murphy 86 School Desk?I am looking for information on when the Murphy 86 school desk was manufactured and sold. I have one that was in an old schoolhouse.

 

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Selling Antique Stickely Furniture?I have some antique Stickley dining room furniture for sale and am wondering how to go about selling it. I have it listed in Craiglist and even eBay without success. I have also tried to call several local antique dealers, but without interest. It's a nice set, but not very large.

 

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Value of Antique Table?I recently found a pre 1920 table at a thrift. The company was Arthur A. Marer & Co. from Chicago. The table was beautiful and was made when the company was transitioning into using a type of wood glue and what was almost like panel board. It's starting to come off on the legs, but the wood underneath is solid.

 

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Value of Murphy Table and Chairs?I have a table and four chairs. The markings say Murphy 336. Can you tell me how much it is worth? It has two leaves and also the sides flip down.

 

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Value of Vintage Mersman Side Table?I bought this vintage side table made by the Mersman company at a thriftstore. I refurbished it with new paint to polish it up a bit and to give it a new look. I would like to know how much it would be worth by today's standards.

 

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Value of a Brandt Table?I'm trying to find a price on a Brandt table. We think it's a night stand. The metal plate said it comes from Maryland.

 

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Identifying an Old Table?I have this table. I have been looking at side tables, stretcher, library, and sofa. I can't find it or anything about it. Could someone please help with identifying this as it is driving me mad. I have looked at thousands.

 

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