We had the Antiques Roadshow producer on our local PBS radio station -- very interesting. The thing that increases the value the most is being able to prove provenance, or the history of acquisition. So the Chief's blanket that was gifted from Kit Carson is worth more than a comparable or even better blanket without the history.
Who knew we should keep the original boxes and documentation?
Fortunately, I'm into daily wear of jewelry, even if it means I might destroy it in the process. While being careful, I still somehow managed to knock a little hole in my south sea pearl ring. But I still enjoy it.
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