Elvis stamps have some value

Elvis Stamps

Q: I have two sheets of Elvis stamps. Are they worth anything, and, if so, where can I sell them? — Jack, Port Orange, Fla.

A: According to the Blackbook Price Guide to United States Post Stamps by Marc and Tom Hudgeons, your commemorative Elvis Presley stamps are worth about $28 per sheet. Since prices vary from region to region, you need to consult a good stamp dealer in your area.

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Q: I have a Barbie doll case with three dolls and clothing. How much are they worth? — Martha, Centralia, Ill.

A: The first Barbie doll was introduced in 1959. It quickly became one of America’s most popular dolls. One of the best price guides for dolls is Blue Book: Dolls & Values by Jan Foulke. I found several used copies at amazon.com in the $10 to $15 range. This is one of the most trusted guides in this field of collecting. Arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, it features more than 560 photographs, all in full color. Another good way to determine current values is to monitor the Barbie doll action on eBay.

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Q: I have a run of “Ring” magazines from 1973 until 1996. They are in good shape, and I am curious about how much they might be worth. — Kenneth, Spokane, Wash.

A: Several contacts that might be helpful are Frederick Ryan, Boxiana and Pugilistica Collectors International, P.O. Box 83135, Portland, OR 97283; Don Hoffman, P.O. Box 4231, Salinas, CA 93912; and Lou Manfra, 27 Rochelle St., Staten Island, NY 10304.

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Q: I have a collection of porcelain birds issued by Kaiser. Each one has an identification mark on its base. Most are from the 1960s and ‘70s, and I would like to find a buyer for them. — Marjorie, Albuquerque, N.M.

A: If you contact Replacements, Ltd., at 1-800-737-5223, you might be able to market your bird figurines. However, selling modern collectibles isn’t always easy to do.