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Antique Questions Forum / Re: 1st Silver Bar Issue~Mt Everest Mint~1oz Silver Art Bar

« on: August 12, 2008, 02:43:38 pm »

often as not and atemp to clean some thing is taken as trying to improve it's condition. or hide a defect. I would say don't clean.

Thanks!! 

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Antique Questions Forum / 1st Silver Bar Issue~Mt Everest Mint~1oz Silver Art Bar

« on: August 10, 2008, 11:35:55 pm »

I have one of these bars from my Mt Everest silver collecting days, and I see that they are selling on eBay.  Mine is in good condition except for some tarnish on the corner where the original plastic packaging was torn a bit.  My question is:  should I clean it before putting it up for auction?  Thanks for any help.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Refinish old Rogers silverplate chest

« on: August 07, 2008, 01:24:35 pm »

Give it a coat of Old English Furniture Polish and I am sure it will llook just fine.

I'll give that a try.  Thanks 

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Refinish old Rogers silverplate chest

« on: August 06, 2008, 12:25:17 pm »

it's alway's a tough question. antique furniture with original finish. top dollar. I don't think the value will increase that much refinished.

I am concerned that I would lose money if I refinished it.  The current finish is awful.  Thanks D&b

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Antique Questions Forum / Refinish old Rogers silverplate chest

« on: August 05, 2008, 08:50:54 pm »

Hi

I have a set of Rogers Silverplate in its original case, but the finish on the case is quite damaged.  I plan on selling, and I am concerned that if I refinish it, that will decrease the value.  I have seen other cases on eBay and they are in better condition considering the age.  Mine is circa 1941.  I would appreciate any suggestions.  I suspect the whole package will sell for ~$130 if the case is in better condition, but I don't want to devalue it.  Thanks in advance.