Madoff collectibles being sold to aid victims Nov 10, 2009
The smaller-ticket collectables on the list of sale items include stationery with Bernard and Ruth's names printed on it; flatware engraved with the initials "RMB"; and a wallet embossed with "BLM." There's art, golf clubs and fishing rods. Also a cache of designer purses - Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Prada - valued at hundreds of dollars apiece and antiques that range into the thousands. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
D.C. Antiques Collector Seeks Silver Collection Stolen From Home Aug 4, 2009
Dunavant spent the past 30 years amassing a one-of-a-kind collection of sterling silver flatware, representing artifacts of American history between 1860 and 1910 ... He blanketed the neighborhood with flyers and sent out countless e-mails trying to get word to whoever broke into his home and stole the flatware that he's willing to pay -- literally. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Treasure Hunters to dig in Montrose Jul 14, 2009
Silver: Flatware, tea sets, goblets, jewelry, etc. Anything marked sterling. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Community Calendar Jul 11, 2009
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 11 a.m. 4 p.m. on Sunday, you can browse for fine silver, flatware, jewelry, Bakelite fashion accessories, collectible books, fine art, glassware, vintage clothing and more. The admission is $6. (KSBW 8, CA)
Hawaiian music stars in the heart of Waikiki Jul 10, 2009
Three appraisers will be on hand to evaluate items such as jewelry, antiques, watches, porcelain, crystal, sterling silver items, flatware and spoon collections. "Many people in this economy need to raise extra money," said store owner Brenda Reichel, who wanted to organize an event similar to "Antiques Roadshow" on PBS.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hagglers gain the upper hand in a downbeat economy Mar 16, 2009
Which is exactly what Perkins did at Wal-Mart a few weeks ago she snagged the final 3 yards of a fabric bolt on the cheap and at Macy's last summer, when she asked the manager if he could dig up any discontinued flatware. The receptionist from Washington, D.C., scored an Oneida service for four for $35, down from $79. (USA Today -- Life)
Prized possessions lose value Feb 24, 2009
He recently told customers to expect 300 to 400 for a sterling silver flatware set. They said, Oh my God. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Tough market for antiques, heirlooms sellers Feb 19, 2009
He recently told customers to expect $300 to $400 for a sterling silver flatware set. "They said, Oh my God! It retailed for $1,500!' " Karp recounted. (AZCentral -- Business)
