By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Hi: Could you tell me what this is? I would also like to know how old it is and where it came from. Thank you, B. M. Dear B. M.: In photos sent, the piece is shown disassembled. There is a small button-shaped component, a…

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: This is a presentation medal from the Ancient Order of Foresters. I have read these are rare, and some were made entirely of silver while some were gold-gilded — and some of the inserts were solid gold. I don’t want to…

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: I am forwarding a picture of a slant top desk. Can you tell me its approximate age and value? Thank you, P. R. Dear P. R.: The first thing we notice is this piece of furniture is what we would call…

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: I have inherited six covered bowls that are marked “HB” with “Quimper, France” below. What can you tell me about them and their value? Some pieces are in better condition than others because I was using them before I realized they…

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Good morning: 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…

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: I purchased this miniature painting at a local St. Vincent de Paul thrift store for a penny. I love it and hope you can tell me more about its history. Thank you, A. R. Dear A. R.: A penny for our…