What It's Worth
Weekly articles written by Jeffrey P. Hess about the value of collectibles and other rarities. The articles are published weekly on the Tampa Bay Times.
Artifacts From The Civil War…And Earlier
It seems like everyone enjoys stories from back in the day (or stories where I lose money). So today, I
Royal Collectibles – Long May They Reign
An Invitation With A Royal Seal Recently, a St. Petersburg resident sold us this large 6×5-inch ticket to Queen Victoria’s 1838 coronation
When Value Collides With World Events
Around The World Auction This article is about back in the day — but with the added entertainment value of
Valuation Of Religious Art And Antiques
The French Silversmithing House Cheret When it comes to antiques with religious themes, valuation is often negatively affected by the
Selling Vintage Ivory – An Uphill Battle
We’ve written about ivory before and thought we’d do it again because of this incredible museum piece that came through
The Romance Of Antique Letter Openers
In today’s fast-paced internet-dependent world, the giant stack of snail mail that used to arrive in mailboxes every day has
A Masterpiece In Silver
A Minnesota jeweler recently sent us a large package of sterling silver to sell. Inside was mostly average, reusable antique
The Clans And Tartans Of Scotland
During the first cold snap of the year, everyone brings out their finest cold-weather gear — from furs to scarves. But did you know that those plaid scarves all have a unique meaning? As early as the 13th century, the various tribes and clans of Scotland all wore kilts that were made with specific colors and loom design.
The Winning Pair: Modernism And Provenance
Harry Bertoia was a modern artist in the ’60s who created all kinds of unusual metalwork. His pieces sold in art
Ships’ Clocks: Keeping Time With Precision
Ships’ clocks have been a staple on military vessels for over 300 years. They vary in value from $400 for
