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Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Lindsay Martin U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 46.9 --Last 90 Days(hr) 46.9 Total Questions 27	I can answer questions related to antique silver, sterling, silverplate, silverware, brass wares, copper and other domestic metals of an antique or modern nature. This would include estimated values, origins, method of manufacture, etc. I can also answer questions related to restoration, repairs and silver plating and other plating methods.
Jim Stringer U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.78 Clarity of Response 9.91 Politeness 10.0 Response Time(hr) 9.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 10.6 Total Questions 2429	I can answer questions about sterling flatware and other sterling pieces. I cannot answer specific questions about silver plate pieces. PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ME A VERBAL DESCRIPTION OF YOUR PATTERN AND ASK ME TO IDENTIFY IT. Attach a picture if you need such help. I gain much of my information through my discussion blog about sterling flatware, http://www.SilverChatter.com. DISCLAIMER: I buy and sell sterling flatware. I receive many questions regarding the value of sterling pieces and I try to be impartial in my answers but you should be aware of this potential conflict of interest.

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Lindsay Martin

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I can answer questions related to antique silver, sterling, silverplate, silverware, brass wares, copper and other domestic metals of an antique or modern nature. This would include estimated values, origins, method of manufacture, etc. I can also answer questions related to restoration, repairs and silver plating and other plating methods.

Jim Stringer

U.S.

Available

I can answer questions about sterling flatware and other sterling pieces. I cannot answer specific questions about silver plate pieces. PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ME A VERBAL DESCRIPTION OF YOUR PATTERN AND ASK ME TO IDENTIFY IT. Attach a picture if you need such help. I gain much of my information through my discussion blog about sterling flatware, http://www.SilverChatter.com. DISCLAIMER: I buy and sell sterling flatware. I receive many questions regarding the value of sterling pieces and I try to be impartial in my answers but you should be aware of this potential conflict of interest.

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Recent Answers

2012-02-09 Silver antiques:

Hi, Mariah. I don't recognize these pieces. Most pieces I have seen that were labeled as "Tarnish Protected" were constructed of silver plate in one of several Asian countries. Since the marks don't

2012-02-09 house fire badly damaged sterling silver flatware:

Hi, Edward. Yes, these items should have value based upon their precious metal content. The simplest thing would be to try these "We Buy Gold" places you probably see around town. Get at least three

2012-02-07 Old Silver Flatware-value?:

Hi, Joanne. Only one picture is allowed but I don't need to see others. At the current market price for commodity silver, I'd say your set is worth more as an antique. Since I've not seen sales of similar

2012-02-06 cigarette case:

Hi, Peter. I'm not sure what you are asking me. If you are looking for a value, this piece probably has more value as a collectible than because of any silver content. I'm not an expert in this type

2012-02-06 tea & coffee service:

Hi, Serafin. I've not seen sales of this exact set but my guess at a retail price is in the $6,000 - $12,000 range. If you were to try to sell it, you probably would not get that much. If you need a