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There are two lovely pieces from my father’s family home in England that we could take to the Roadshow if our entry is chosen…
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One is a gorgeous little clock we keep on our mantle.
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But while pretty, it’s not unusual or of unknown value.
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£1,400 in 2014 is £2,003.12 today, which converts to $2,591.49 US… so not bad. But not mysterious enough for the Roadshow.
The other is a silver plated cigarette box that family lore says was purchased at auction for a relief fund during WWI.
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The sides have the allied leaders…
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The top a battle scene with a Rudyard Kipling quote.
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Personally I love the paw feet.
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They’ve sold for under $500 and while an interesting historical piece, it isn’t on my Roadshow list.
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River's world..... 
Someday when you invite me to dinner, be sure to hide that clock or it might to “missing.”
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Right.
Thanks for the tip…
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Ugh, GO missing. I wish we could edit our comment gaffes!
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I know. Isn’t that annoying? I always try to proof read but sometimes my clicking finger is faster than my brain…
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Nice cigarette box, I have something similar, but a bit larger. Your collection of stuff blows my mind. We would have to save up for most of the things I’ve seen here, and turn around and sell them when (Not if) times get tight. If I still had all the guitars and gear I have had to sell…
Even if nothing ever comes of it, this a very interesting exploration . It’s like a trip to the antique mall without all the sneezing.
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Most of my beautiful pieces were inherited and are treasured keepsakes of my father. I don’t think I could ever sell them.
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The search continues! I like both these items but also think they might not be unusual enough to turn anyone’s head.
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Once again, even your rejects outdo my most valuable family heirloom, my mom’s metal hip. It IS really high quality steel.
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Yeah, you are now approaching U-Haul territory.
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When will you know if you are chosen to go? Or are you going and might get chosen to get something appraised?
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The sweepstake entries are due to be announced April 7th so I should be hearing shortly….
If your entry isn’t chosen, you can’t go.
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You do have interesting items, but if you already know the value, why take it? I go for the skull and crossbones you have hanging in your house.
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Yes.
That’s one definite.
But we’ll need 3 others…
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Wow. I didn’t know you had to bring four things! In that case, the two you posted about today are great.
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Each ticket holder can bring two items, and each entry gets two tickets.
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That’s so exciting. I sure hope you get a ticket!
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I really like the cigarette box. Makes one want to take up smoking.
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They’re both lovely pieces. While clocks are still being used, perhaps not the same type, Cigarette boxes are a thing of the past. How times have changed!
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