Collecting: Value of inherited soup ladle depends

Q: I inherited a soup ladle made by William A. Rogers. How much is it worth? — Carl, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

A: The value of your ladle depends on several things. Is it sterling or plate? Is it a desirable pattern? What is the condition? Without this information, my estimate would be an uneducated guess. I did find five ladles on eBay, all plate and most selling in the $30 to $60 range.

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Q: I have a collection of vintage costume jewelry that I would like to sell. I am at a loss as to how to do this. — James, Albuquerque, N.M.

A: Janet Gaynor has bought, sold and appraised costume and estate jewelry for more than 20 years and is considered an expert in the field.

Her address and telephone numbers are P.O. Box 35038, Tucson, AZ 85740; 520-615-1544 and 520-907-2839. I also recommend three excellent reference books, all published by Krause Publications: Collectible Jewelry ID and Value Guide by S. Sylvia Henzel, Costume Jewelry Identification and Price Guide by Leigh Leshner, and Rhinestone Jewelry — A Price and Identification Guide, also by Leigh Leshner.

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Q: We have a Monopoly set that is complete and from the 1960s. Is it worth anything? — Ann, Murrells Inlet, S.C.

A: The Association of Game and Puzzle Collectors might be able to help you. The contact information is PMB 321, 197M Boston Post Road, West, Marlborough, MA 01752. Paul Fink is a dealer and owner of Fun & Games, P.O. Box 488, Kent, CT 06757.

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Q: I have nine pieces of Steuben glass that I would like to have appraised. — Bette, Pueblo, Colo.

A: Jeffrey Purtell is a dealer who specializes in Steuben glass and might be able to help you. His address and telephone number are 31 Pleasant Point Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801, and 800-973-4331.