KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
21.01.10
Q: I would like some information on the North Staffordshire Pottery Co. (Cobridge). I have a “Windsor Castle” plate made there.
A: North Staffordshire Pottery Co. Ltd. was established at the Globe Pottery in Cobridge, Staffordshire, England, in 1940. The company made earthenware. The pottery was taken over by Ridgways (later Ridgway Potteries) in 1952. North Staffordshire Pottery Co. was one of eight potteries that became part of Ridgway Potteries in the 1950s.
Q: Do you know where I can find insurance for jewelry? I have an extensive collection of Mexican silver jewelry and I think it’s time I insured it. But I can’t seem to find information on this.
A: Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance typically covers jewelry up to $1,000. If your collection of jewelry is more valuable than that, you should buy additional coverage. Contact the agent that handles your homeowner’s or renter’s policy to see what you need to provide in order to cover your collection. Valuable artwork, musical instruments, silverware and other items of great value must be insured by buying additional coverage. Unique collections may require insurance from a company that specializes in insuring specific items, but any major insurer that provides homeowner’s insurance can sell you an additional policy to cover your jewelry. Ask if your jewelry is covered if it is damaged or lost or stolen, if there is a deductible and if the policy provides replacement value. A professional appraisal of your jewelry may be required.
Source: Florida Weekly
Craft idea catches creepy crawlers
16.01.10
Bug watching is a fun way to get in touch with nature, but if touching them isn't your idea of fun, you can use this craft container from the National Wildlife Federation , adapted from the Ranger Rick magazine, to make an insect vacuum called a "pooter" (the kids will love that name) that lets you collect insects into a jar to study without hurting them, or them scaring you.
Supplies you will need: Clear jar with a tight lid
2 feet of flexible tubing, 3/8-inch outside diameter and 1/4-inch inside diameter
Small square of gauze, nylon stocking or cheesecloth
Rubber band
Low-temp glue gun or other sealant
What to do: Make two holes in the lid of the jar. You may need the help of an adult for this part of the project. The holes should be just big enough to fit the tubing.
With the lid off, insert one of the tubes into the hole. Cover the end of the tube that will go inside the jar with gauze. Hold with a rubber band.
Source: Baltimore Sun