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Ask the Appraisers: How Much is This Worth?

Discover the value of your treasures this Sunday at the Oakland Township Historical Society's Autumn Antique Appraisal Day.

Have you ever wondered how much that antique tea set is worth? How about your grandfather's rifle, or that oil painting you picked up at a garage sale last year?

On Sunday, you won't have to wonder any more, thanks to the Oakland Township Historical Society.

Just like Antique Road Show, the society's is a chance for you to bring your treasures to the from noon-4 p.m. on Sunday to .

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Oral appraisals are just $5, and written appraisals are $20; the historical society also asks for a $2 donation at the door.

Several local experts will be in attendance, including:

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  • Lavere Webster: art, oils, prints, engravings needlepoint samplers
  • Sue Kane: china and glass
  • Michael Wolk-Laniewski: dolls and doll items
  • Bob Krug: furniture, china, glass, pottery, art pastel, oil, lamps
  • Bill Pietrzyk: furniture, lighting and clocks
  • Dick Cronin and Jim Kelly: guns and weapons
  • Paul Haig: hewelry and Eastern art
  • Todd Cunningham: Native American artifacts
  • Fred Fleming: pottery, lamps, china, porcelain, collectibles

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Oakland Township Historial Society's programs and projects. For more information, visit the Oakland Township Historial Society website.

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