Railroad items

Sun., Nov. 13, 2005

Larry Cox King Features Syndicate

Q: I am a railroad engineer’s widow and have a large collection that includes pictures, timetables, buckles, union books and other assorted items. Who might be interested in them? — E.R., Brewster, N.Y.

A: Bob Chase is an appraiser who specializes in railroad items. His address is 550 Veronica Place, Escondido, CA 92027. Two dealers who might also be helpful are Bill Knos, Railroad Memories, 1903 South Niagara St., Denver, CO 80224; and Brad Lomazzi, 1300 Liberty Court, Roseville, CA 95747.

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Q: I have a copy of the Saturday Evening Post published April 15, 1953, that has an article by Charles Lindbergh. Does it have any value? — Evelyn (no home town)

A: Not really. A check of several dealers revealed that it is worth less than $10.

Q: I have a stamp collection consisting of four Global Stamp albums, one American album and three 1991 catalogs, plus hundreds of loose stamps. — Constance, Nine Mile Falls, Wash.

A: Stamp collections are notoriously difficult to sell. With that said, let me recommend two dealers: Robert Weisz, 4562 North Austin Ave., Chicago, IL 60630; and Len Ettinger, 3865 Lancewood Drive, Pompano Beach, FL 33065.

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Q: I have a complete, or near complete, collection of NFL football cards, including O.J. Simpson’s rookie card. How do I find out how much these cards are worth? — Bryan, Energy, Ill.

A: V&J Cards is a shop that specializes in pre-1970 football cards. Its address is P.O. Box 168, Furlong, PA 18925. Also recommended is an excellent magazine, Sports Cards Magazine and Price Guide, c/o KP Publications, 700 East State Street, Iola, WI 54990.

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