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Carnival Glass Bowl Used on Holidays
Q: My mother received this purple carnival glass bowl around 1910. She gave it to me when I married in 1957. Marked on the bottom is an "N" in a circle and there is a line under it. The inside is smooth; the only pattern is on the outside. …Read more.
Reverse Painted Lamp Made in Early 1900s
Q: Enclosed is a photo of an electric lamp that belonged to my husband's parents. It stands approximately 14 inches tall, has a reverse-painted, dome-shaped, glass shade and a metal base. There is no manufacturer's mark, and it is in excellent …Read more.
Porcelain Condiment Set Serves as Family Heirloom
Q: I have in my possession the porcelain set that is seen in the enclosed photo. The set consists of a tray, a covered sugar bowl with a matching porcelain spoon and two shakers. The round tray measures approximately 7 inches in diameter. They are …Read more.
Vintage Children's Hankies Not to be Sneezed at
Q: Enclosed is a photo of a child's vintage handkerchief that is one of a dozen that I have. They are approximately 8 inches square, are hemmed and in mint condition. Each hanky features a variety of scenes that include animals, children at play and …Read more.
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Art Nouveau Lamp with Nautilus Shell Shades Surfaced in 1927Q: Enclosed is a photo of an electric lamp with nautilus shell shades. Standing 23 inches tall, it has a metal female figure with a wood base. Although it was purchased in 1927, I don't know if it was new at that time. It is in excellent condition. What can you tell me about its age and value? A: You have an Art Nouveau lamp that was made around 1900. The metal is spelter, which is a zinc alloy, with a bronze finish. Similar figural lamps were used on newel posts in the first quarter of the 20th century. Your lamp would probably be worth $1,500 to $2,000. Q: This mark is on the bottom of a porcelain female figurine that was given to me by a friend, who is an antiques collector. The figurine is on a scrolled base; it is wearing old-fashioned clothes and holding a basket of flowers. With the base, the overall height is 6 inches. I am hopeful you can tell me the history of my figurine, as well as its vintage and value. A: Kalk Manufacturing Co. made your figurine around 1930. They were located in Eisenberg, Germany, from 1900 to 1970. Similar figurines by Kalk are selling in the range of $100 to $135. Q: I want to learn more about a three-piece glassware set that I bought years ago. The set consists of a covered butter dish, a cream pitcher and a sugar bowl. They are unmarked, iridescent yellow green and decorated with cherries and blossoms in a wreath design. A: Based on your description, the pattern is "Cherry Wreath" and the color is known as Vaseline glass.
Your set would probably be worth $300 to $400. Q: I would like to know if you have any information on salt and pepper collections. I have over 300 sets, some at least 70 years old. I am considering selling them, but I have no idea of their value. A: Novelty and figural salt and pepper sets are popular collectibles. Check the Internet for information on salt and pepper clubs and museums. Most collectors are interested in those made in the 20th century. Values vary from $10 to $45. Unusual sets can go for much higher.
Address your questions to Anne McCollam, P.O. Box 247, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Items of a general interest will be answered in this column. Due to the volume of inquiries, she cannot answer individual letters. To find out more about Anne McCollam and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2009 CREATORS.COM 
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