Dear Helaine and Joe: I have photographed two prints for your attention. They were purchased in Paris, France, in 1956 or 1957. Hopefully, you can tell me if they have any monetary value. I am thinking about reframing them but do not want to do something to devalue them. […]

DEAR HELAINE AND JOE: This vase/bowl with lid has been in my family since the 1960s. I have no idea where it is from or if it is valuable. I am looking to downsize and want to sell it. — D.D. […]

DEAR HELAINE AND JOE: While reading an article in the MetroWest Daily News, I realized that I own an August Moreau lamp titled “Innocents.” I would appreciate more information about the piece. […]

Dear Helaine and Joe:

I cannot find any information on this clock. My mother bought it at an estate sale in 1960. […]

Dear Helaine and Joe,

I’ve done a little research on my pair of silhouettes. Although they don’t seem to have much value, I am interested in their history. Each is about 3 inches tall and wide with gilt hangers marked “Foster Bros. Boston.” There is also a paper label on the backs stating “published by Foster Bros. Arlington and Boston MA.” […]

We believe we have a “bride’s basket.” It came to us from my grandmother, who was married in 1929. A corner of the bowl was broken, and my grandmother took it to a glass repairman who made the other corners match. The base is marked “Pairpoint C5560” plus a diamond shape with a “P” inside. Any information you may have would be greatly appreciated. — J.B.B. […]

Dear Helaine and Joe:

Attached are photos of a tilt-top table I inherited. I have no information about its origins or what the decoration might be. There are no markings. Can you enlighten me

Thank you in advance, […]

The following article was published in The Historical Record, a Publication of the WYOMING HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

Recently, an article written by two antique experts out of Nashville, TN was sent to the Historical Society. How could this possibly tie to Wyoming? It is one of those “I can’t believe it stories.” […]

Helaine Fendelman knows her antiques>>>P. Since 1984, she's appraised more than 1,594 items in 188"What Is It? What Is It Worth?" columns for Country Living>>>P. Now, the New York City appraiser is looking back and reevaluating 40 of the most memorable objects from years' past. Here are Fendelman's 40 most memorable antiques worth money, from antique furniture, art, collectibles, antique toys, dishes, and more. […]

Dear Helaine and Joe:

I believe this frame to be tramp art, and while researching this 19-inch by 14-inch frame, I discovered that Helaine was a collector and appreciator of this kind of art. I live in Ontario, Quebec, Canada and found this piece in a second-hand store for $10. What can you tell me about it? […]

Dear Helaine and Joe:

I found this in my parent’s basement and am not sure what we have here. It looks to be a portion of a cannonball with markings that say “Battle of Gettysburg.” Any information would be appreciated. […]

DEAR HELAINE AND JOE: I am curious to know what you can tell me about this pair of cookie jars. I got them from my grandmother, and if I remember correctly, they were given to her by a pair of sisters who boarded with her, my mom and my uncle in Grand Island, Nebraska, during WWII. A friend tells me her family had the female and called it “Susie Cookie Jar.” I am trying to find four identical sets for my four children, but all I can find have different patterns. Can you help? […]

Dear Helaine and Joe: Enclosed are photos of a belt with ornaments on it. There are six circles on it, and I think each one must have a special meaning. Can you tell me what they mean? Why was this made? What organization does it represent? […]

Greetings: I would appreciate any information you might have on this colorful cow platter and its value. The marks on the back are not very good or distinguishable — it looks like a crown and a blue stamp. There are some impressed letters that appear to be “DERD.” It is approximately 18 by 15 inches. It has four holes on the back for hanging, and we have found no initials or name on the front. My husband suggests there is a “Spanish cowboy” in the background. […]

Dear Helaine and Joe:

Might you be able to help us determine the approximate value of this Mobo horse. We would also like to know a little of its history. […]

Helaine Fendelman appraises treasures from reader submissions across the US in Country Living Magazine's longstanding What is it Worth? column.