Most of us have a story, what's yours?

Meanwhile to start off I've submitted a wonderful find made by friends of mine and bought for me. Check out the story of the $12. McCoy Baseball Boy.

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The Shawnee Pig Cookie Jar Bargain

This is one of those gadgets that if you're over a certain age, it's almost guaranteed you'll know what it is. Perhaps guesses should be limited to those 35 and under?

Size: 12" - 15"
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One of my newer St. Patrick's Day collectibles from B & B Pottery.

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Recently I chatted with Matt McNeil, a certified appraiser, about estate sales, how he approaches them as a professional, as well as tips for those who just might want to do it all themselves.

Having an Estate Sale?