Please help me identify these odd little figurines and "bunny house" teapot I bought for my bunny-mad niece. http://i38.tinypic.com/2vlpt2x.jpg I found them in St. Jacobs, Ontario, but even the owner of the antique store didn't know what they are called. I would like to buy more (from where? Ebay?"?) but I certainly can't until I know what they are called. The first two pics are of the figurines,the second two pics are of the back and front of the teapot. The teapot is hollow inside and certainly looks as if it was meant to be lit from within by a candle. All the items appear to be made out of plaster. Any help with identification would be much appreciated.
posted by uans on Oct 30, 2009 - 10 answers

My favorite aunt passed away recently, and among the things she left me is a shoebox full of picture postcards. My sense is that at least some of them may have some value, but I don't know where to look. [more inside]
posted by gteffertz on Oct 15, 2009 - 7 answers

Comic Book Filter. Help, my wife has 2000+ comic books from the 80's & 90's...all your favorites - Superman, Batman, Green Lantern. How do we get them appraised or sell them? [more inside]
posted by mikedelic on Apr 17, 2009 - 11 answers

Are Iraqi wrist watches with Saddam Hussein's face on them valuable? [more inside]
posted by milagu on Mar 23, 2009 - 4 answers

Poster collectors: what's the value of this poster? [more inside]
posted by plinth on Jan 22, 2009 - 8 answers

Glass Collectible Experts: What is this marking on this decanter? [more inside]
posted by MMALR on Jan 18, 2009 - 5 answers

What type of typewriter is this? I know it's a Royal Typewriter, but beyond that, I'm not really sure. Any idea what timeframe, or anything really? Not too many resources available online, at least none that show this guy. Looks like Sylvia Plath's typewriter, but I can't find what model that is... Here's photos of my Royal on my picasa page Thanks a ton guys! bc
posted by quickasfoxes on Dec 15, 2008 - 4 answers

Does anybody know about art insurance? How to go about getting coverage? How much it costs? Who are some trustworthy insurers? [more inside]
posted by Dukebloo on Jul 13, 2008 - 5 answers

What's a good magazine subscription for a 30-something guy who is really into watches and pens? [more inside]
posted by sneakin on May 12, 2008 - 4 answers

I picked up this porcelain doll at a thrift store a couple years ago hoping to sell her, but I was never able to identify her age, name, or manufacturer, so I've got no idea what she might be worth. Can you help me identify her? Photos and more details inside. [more inside]
posted by tomatofruit on Apr 8, 2008 - 5 answers

I am about to begin submitting a number of valuable comic books for CGC grading. Does anyone have experience with/recommendations about the process? [more inside]
posted by humannaire on Feb 2, 2008 - 4 answers

How do I sell very large and potentially valuable LP and comic collections? [more inside]
posted by ROTFL on Feb 1, 2008 - 20 answers

So, my father has a ton of old (50's-60's) baseball/football/collector cards and is nearing retirement. I'd like to help him sell them. I've a lot of questions here. [more inside]
posted by Ufez Jones on Sep 4, 2007 - 10 answers

Collectibles/antiques/memoribilia relating to law and legal practice. Where to find/buy? [more inside]
posted by DirtyCreature on Feb 6, 2007 - 7 answers

Asian Ball Jointed Dolls Filter -- Can you recommend a reputable American seller/dealer, and what has been your experience with them (the vendor)? It seems like the only ones I can find are foreign companies and I'd rather buy from someplace stateside if I can, unless I'm confident enough in them from recommendations.. [more inside]
posted by vanoakenfold on May 9, 2006 - 2 answers

Back in the early 90's, I saw a color magazine ad for a piece of art I've been unable to locate since. It was a crow poised on the edge of a teacup. [more inside]
posted by crw on Dec 13, 2005 - 4 answers

Cleaning house, looking to sell books, CDs, toys etc., and I'm LOST. Need advice both specific and general. Is eBay best for books and CDs, or are there other places to get better value? With the 'Net awash in Star Wars paraphernalia, how do I find a price for this elaborate 1998 14" talking Darth Vader? (I've checked books and they're mostly about "vintage" SW toys.) How do I value odd things for my uncle, like this pipe from Germany circa 1890 or earlier, or some Xmas cards circa WWII made by Chinese Xtian nuns in Tsing Tao? Is there a market for historical magazines and newspapers, for example with headlines about the first moon walk? [more inside]
posted by Shane on May 14, 2005 - 19 answers