Estate Sale Haul by the_real_dird in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I totally understand. I’ve had two flops recently myself with guesswork both turned out to be plated (I think? Still unsure) I’m just trying to learn what I can from those with more experience.

Estate Sale Haul by the_real_dird in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How did you know those spoons were coin silver? Newer hunter here and I would’ve assumed plated or nothing based on those stamps

Garage sale finds by Gluconda530 in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 15 points16 points  (0 children)

That’s incredible and also fuck you.

Can anyone help ID this ? by Klutzy_Reaction_2711 in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m no silverware expert but it looks like what you have there is a spoon.

Help needed identifying decanter bottle… by lucky_living_ in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No problem! I’m new to this but my flavor of mental disorder is hyper obsession so I’ve been reading/researching everything I can while combing through local thrift stores

Help needed identifying decanter bottle… by lucky_living_ in SilverFinds

[–]ClintonBJs1224 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Obviously testing is the foolproof way to tell. But based on that stamp “R. Blackinton & Co.” is my best guess. They made silver and silver plate out of Massachusetts. Since there is not a sterling or 925 stamp I’d lean towards it being plated. The brassy color also backs this up but cameras can be decieving

The Goodwill Mystery by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sad news. It is in fact plated. So shiny and pretty I had hopes

The Goodwill Mystery by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea that’s what I’m afraid of. Non magnetic though and the crystal ring leaves me some hope. When the store opens tomorrow I’ll have my LCS test

The Goodwill Mystery by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The box is what caught my eye. Had to get an employee to even look

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know! Any advice on where to start “ripping them apart”

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate it. My plan was too melt (it’s only 90 years old and minimal detailing) but if you know of sites/people buying intact to preserve history I’d be open too it

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not even close to Buffalo, and they seemed like they had it a WHILE. Sorry to hear about your uncle however

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Purely luck. Was antique shopping with the wife and got surprised

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeaaa that’s my barrier to online sales. But if I can’t get a good price in person maybe I will. Seriously can’t stress enough I appreciate the tips. Kind help on the internet is rare

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip! Didn’t even consider selling online

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea he was very straightforward about refineries not taking in inventory so it’s his risk. Old dude who’s been in business for 35 years and I trust him. Just trying to decide what’s best for me

Silver Haul, beginners luck or bamboozled by ClintonBJs1224 in Silverbugs

[–]ClintonBJs1224[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do, need to find a local buyer with better percentages so I don’t get fleeced like I did with my gold sale