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What's It Worth?
From the archives of WhatsItWorthToYou.comTest your appraisal skills by guessing the value of these items.
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| Item: A full sheet of U.S. stamps with Elvis' image. The sheet is mis-cut so
that the plate number is missing, and the top row of stamps has been
trimmed.
Appraisal by Michael Jaffe (Michael Jaffe Stamps, Washington): This
is a very interesting and collectible error. The topic is appealing to Elvis
collectors as well as stamp collectors. Unfortunately, from the scan I can't
tell if the stamp above the gutter is a complete stamp (perforations on all four
sides). There is a huge difference in price whether or not the perforations are
on top. If they are on top, it would be a listed variety and sell for four times
or more than one without the perforations on the top row. I will price both
options for you. If the top row of stamps has perforations at the top, the
wholesale would be $2,000 and the retail $4,000. If the top row of stamps has
been trimmed off, the wholesale would be.
What is it worth? $________________
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| Item: Tiffany pocket watch, 1915-1930, made by Patek Philippe, light wear and
still running.
Appraisal by Louis Lawrence (antique dealer, author of books
on Satsuma, Hirado and Inro, and a lecturer at the University of London): A good
classic watch. A somewhat more elaborate version of this watch with chased case
fetched $2,100 at auction in 2007.
What is it worth? $________________
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Item: A Helen Webber tapestry, ca. 1970-80, purchased from a Palm Springs
gallery.
Appraisal by Kimberly Rager: Helen Webber has been creating
site-specific art for interior designers and architects for more than 30 years.
She is best known for her tapestries. She has also created many murals in
sculpted clay tile, wood collage, stained and etched glass, and painted aluminum
sculptures. Her art can be found in medical, religious, educational, hospitality
and residential sites. Architects and interior designers, finding drama and
excitement in her work, have commissioned her to enliven more than 150 public
spaces. Her creations have broad array of designer fabrics combined with her own
hand-painted cottons. These pieces range in size from three feet to 65 feet,
creating a focal point for a wide variety of spaces. Helen Webber has also
created major commissions in stained glass, etched painted glass, painted metal,
wood collage and sculpted painted clay tile. In addition, Helen has lectured and
taught at colleges and organizations across the U.S. as well as in Paris,
France.
What is it worth? $________________
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What are they worth?
Fair Mkt. Value Replacement
Elvis stamps (top row trimmed): $500
$1,000
Tiffany Pocket Watch: $1,500 $3,000
Helen Webber tapestry: $3,000
$4,000
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