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Q: I am reaching out to get an idea about what these items I have are and and 1990s, but now, there are many thousands on the market. Most
what they are worth. I inherited them from my late uncle who was an signed, limited-edition prints sell for $100-$300 new, and dealers still
enthusiast of these types of items. I am sending pictures of the items to ask similar prices for them. But in an auction, they usually bring
offer a representation. I just want to get an idea of their worth, or if you fractions of the original costs and framing.
could point me in the
right direction to get
these appraised.

JS: Your prints were
once very popular
collectibles but now
are very hard to
sell in the Civil
War marketplace.
Various artists made
limited edition
prints back in the
heyday of the 1980s
Civil War limited edition prints can cost $100-$300, but they auction for very little, comparatively.

Q: I have some buttons I was asked to find out if they are real or reproduction,
and am trying to find someone to find some information out about them or
where to even start. I have a couple photos of them and I can get more if need-
ed, but right now I'm just trying to figure out if it is worth pursuing or if they
are just replicas. Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated.

JS: Your buttons are original. They are 20th century army and navy but
have little collector value as they are so modern. Valuable buttons are
20th century military buttons, too modern to have much value to collectors. mostly from the Civil War Era and earlier.

John Sexton is an independent appraiser and expert of Civil War memorabilia. He is an accredited member of various appraiser
organizations. He can be contacted at 770-329-4984. If you have a Civil War item for him to appraise, email a photo and a
description to mclwriter@gmail.com.

Museum of the American Revolution Offers Virtual Course on

Everyday Life in the Revolution Era Tuesdays in March

When you think of the Revolutionary War, you might picture soldiers snapshot. In this session, participants will imagine how three people—
marching into battle. But for most people in the 1770s, everyday life in this Quansheba, Benjamin Humphreys, and Mary Humphreys—experienced
extraordinary time was about less dramatic moments. Explore the full course of their lives in the Revolutionary era. Participants will exam-
day-to-day life in the 18th Century with AmRev Seminar: Everyday Life in ine where these people came from and where they were going at the dawn
the Revolutionary Era, a new live, interactive virtual course from the Museum of the Revolution.
of the American Revolution. The five-class course takes place on Tuesday Evening: Food, Fashion, Fun Tues., 7-8:30 p.m.
evenings in March from 7-8:30 p.m. Participants will visit the unlicensed tavern that Mary Humphreys
This interactive seminar is led by the Museum’s Senior Manager of operated in her front parlor to imagine its patrons on a typical evening. In
Gallery Interpretation Dr. Tyler Putman. this session, participants will explore what people ate, wore, and did for
Participants will need access to Zoom meeting, an internet connection, leisure. How did these things vary depending on where and who you were?
microphone, and webcam, and will receive complimentary readings and Nightfall: Beliefs and Changes Tues., 7-8:30 p.m.
resources. Provided reading material for the course will include publications Participants will consider what everyday people in Revolutionary
by prominent authors and historians. America believed. How did people change their minds—or remain uncon-
Seminar registration is $200 ($180 for Museum Members). Register at vinced—in the midst of revolution? In this final class session, participants
www.amrevmuseum.org Class capacity is limited to facilitate conversation. also will consider the profound changes in everyday life that occurred during
Sessions will be recorded for the benefit of participants who miss a session and after the Revolutionary era.
due to a conflict. No prior history knowledge necessary. Sessions include: About Dr. Tyler Rudd Putman
Introduction March 1, 7-8:30 p.m. Dr. Tyler Rudd Putman is the Senior Manager of Gallery Interpretation
Participants will take a virtual tour of the Museum of the American at the Museum of the American Revolution. He holds a doctorate and
Revolution to be introduced to some of the key events, stories, and people master’s degree in American history, a master’s degree in American material
of the Revolutionary era. They will learn the stories of Mary Humphreys, culture, and a bachelor’s degree in anthropology. His background includes
Benjamin Humphreys, and Quansheba – three people who lived in a small work in public archaeology, the antiques trade, and tall ship sailing.
house that once stood on the site of the Museum, whose everyday lives will About Museum of the American Revolution
help guide the class. The Museum of the American Revolution uncovers and shares
Daybreak: Philadelphia, 1776 March 7, 7-8:30 p.m. compelling stories about the diverse people and complex events that sparked
In this session, participants will explore the material culture of life in
Philadelphia in 1776, beginning just before sunrise within the Humphreys’ America’s ongoing experiment in liberty, equality, and self-government.
Located just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a
home. Then, participants will discover what life was like outside the house portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing
on city streets, and will take a look at the architecture and business. context, and encouraging exploration. The Museum, which opened on
Mid-Day: Life Cycles of the 18th Century March 15, 7-8:30 p.m. April 19, 2017, is a private, non-profit, and non-partisan organization. For
It’s the middle of a busy day in the Humphreys house, but that’s just a
more information, visit www.AmRevMuseum.org or call 877-740-1776.

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