This is an urn that has been in our family forever. I have not been able to find out much of anything about the piece itself, other than the crest and stamp are very similar to the Romanov crest around the time of unification, with the exception of the sword scabbards underneath the eagles being present on the urn/umbrella stand. I'm not even sure what this is used for. It is hand hammered and there is a rub mark on it from the family's move to the US. Other than that, there is a great patina to it, its never been polished, and there is no damage to it. Would love to know more about it and am ready to sell. I'm told someone had it appraised before my time and it was worth around $1,500 somewhere in the 30's.
Possible ivory statue of Chinese god of longevity. Has detailed painting of robe, staff, etc. Holding a peach in hand. Special markings on bottom of statue written in chinese.
I was injured in a roll-over car accident in January and I've been unable to work ever since. I don't want to sell this but, sadly, I need the money. Can anyone tell me an approximate value of this orange juice reamer, please. I have other old cups, too.
