antiques

You've always wondered, what if that thing is worth something. Grandma made sure she gave it to me and told me to take care of it. This is your chance to see if it is a family thing, or something you might want to sell for good money.

The St. Louis County Historical Society is holding another antique appraisal event.

People watch for hours on TV when people bring several things to be checked and there would be that person that had no idea the painting or lamp was worth so much money, or better yet was a part of history. There is a way to do that.

Garage and rummage sales are usually dangerous things for me and no, they are not the reason I got my name.  If I see something unique or even rare looking it's hard for me to not try to justify owning it.  I'm also a sucker for a deal, or what I see as one...

You've been looking at that collectible you have and wondering about it. You have researched and can't find anything about it. Take it to the Depot and let a professional tell you about it. Not everything is worth money, but everything tells a story.

It's Fall and you need to make room in your garage, basement, or closet. You're looking at that thing your Grandma gave you, or the painting you bought for $2. Are you sitting on early retirement or is it really worth $2. Well, there is a way to find out.

Everyone has that thing on the mantel, on a shelf, or in the corner, that you brag you inherited or found at a yard sale that looks like it could have been part of history. Well, it might not even be that good, an old toy or glass figure, and you have always wondered. Now you can find out the truth about the piece.

Do you remember these? I was in Rhineland, WI with my sister at The Vintage Thrift Shop and ran across so many things that took us back to our childhood. Salt and Pepper shakers, knick knacks and games that were at our mother’s house. We laughed when we she picked up this item and said, “remember THIS!"

I did some cleaning of clothing and things around the house that I am not using and they are just taking up space. Some of the things were little nic nacs my Grandma gave me. I don't know what they are worth, but I do know a way to find out. Get out those things you have sitting around the house and haul 'em in to the Depot.