Readers seek appraisals for family heirlooms including dolls and World War I memorabilia

oregonlive.com February 5, 2025, 03:01 PM UTC

Readers inquired about the value of various family heirlooms, including a 19th-century porcelain doll, sterling silver flatware, and World War I memorabilia. Each item has been appraised with estimated auction values provided. The porcelain doll, made by Hertwig & Company around 1895, is valued at $80-$120 at auction, while dealers may ask $250-$350. The sterling silver flatware set, designed by Frederick William Stark, could fetch $1,800-$2,500 at auction, with dealer prices reaching $3,500-$4,500. A World War I trench lighter is estimated at $40-$60 at auction, with dealers asking $100-$125. The "yard-long" photograph of the 812th Aero Squadron may be worth $60-$90 at auction, with framed versions valued at $100-$150.


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