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Vintage Locket Unlocks Four Photos
Q: I have enclosed a photo of an opened gold locket. When folded closed, the cover has a black and white cameo, and behind each photo case are the words and number "Coro — Pat. No. 2545267." The locket is in mint condition.
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Mickey Mouse Collectors Pie Eyed Over Doll
Q: This is a photo of a Mickey Mouse doll that stands about 12 inches tall. It was found in my mother-in-law's attic in 1988. Not one of her kids ever remember seeing it and we know nothing about its history. The doll is made of cloth with red wood …Read more.
Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle Figurine Is the Twinkle in Collectors Eyes
Q: This is a photo of a music box figurine that I have. Several years ago, I bought a home and all its contents and found it stored in a closet. On the bottom, are the words "Schmid — Musical Collectibles — The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-…Read more.
Whimsical Figures Are Flights of Fancy
Q: This is a photo of a small figurine that my mother had for about 70 years. It stands around 4 inches tall, has little blue wings on its back, and is in excellent condition. It has a matte finish and is marked on the back with the number "M …Read more.
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Victorian Ladies Feathered Their NestsQ: I am sending you a photo of an antique feather wreath that was a gift to me from my aunt in 1947. It is in the original mahogany wood, shadow box and the overall measurements are approximately 28 inches by 26 inches. Each feather was hand cut and varies in color from beige to white. Silk ribbon, rather than the floral tape that is used today, was used to bind the feather grouping. The olive green velvet background is not the original. It was replaced in 1954 due to extensive damage to the original. I would like to sell my wreath, since my children do not want it. Any suggestions that you have will be appreciated. Q: Creating feather wreaths, as well as hair wreaths, was a popular craft in the Victorian era, from around 1860 to the 1880s. Ladies would gather feathers and arrange them in round or oval wreaths and showcase them in elegant shadowboxes. Although some were decorative, some were mourning wreaths made to commemorate the death of a family member. Similar wreaths have been seen selling on eBay in the range of $500 to $700. Q: This mark is on a set of red glassware that belonged to my mother. There are 6 tumblers and 6 dessert plates. They are decorated with etched flowers and leaves. My mother told me she collected the set in the 1940s. She said movie theatres gave a piece of glassware to each person attending the film each week. What can you tell me about my set? A: Federal Glass Co.
Red Depression glassware usually sells for $10 to $25 for each piece. Q: I own a 1938 cobalt blue glass pitcher that stands over 4 inches tall. On the side of the pitcher is a picture of Shirley Temple. She is wearing a striped blouse under a jacket. Her name is written across her blouse. It is in mint condition. Can you tell me about my pitcher and what it might be worth? A: Your milk pitcher was part of a three-piece breakfast set that included a bowl and a mug. They, too, were premiums and were given away with cereal. Hazel Atlas Glass Co. made your set from 1934 to 1942. Your pitcher would probably be worth $125 to $135.
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 2012 CREATORS.COM  
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