How do i find out if my antiques are worth money?

go to www. replacements.com They have lists of old china (and can provide replacements if you break a piece) This can also give you an estimate of the value. For insurance purposes, you would have to have the entire set appraised by an antique expert specializing in old china. You should have renter's insurance or homeowners insurance no matter what your circumstances. Even if you are a young student with only your laptop, your clothes, and a few other things, how would you afford to replace all of it if it was vandalized or stolen? The price of your renters insurance or homeowners insurance is cheap cheap cheap compared to trying to replace your computer and tv or all your clothes. If your china is rare or irreplaceable, store it somewhere safer. Or you could list it separately on your renters insurance and pay a little bit extra. Ask the same insurance company that insures your car if you have one if they also can provide this type of insurance for you. Sometimes it is even cheaper if you are insuring your car an dyour belongings under the same policy!! If not, ask State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, or some other agency for a quote. You will have to list all your belongings and provide a picture portfolio or a video. Lay out your jewelery on a black cloth and photo it separately. Also, any electronics, and include their serial numbers and model numbers, dates purchased (approximate if you don't have exact) Photograph the china in group, list the pieces (e.g. 8 soupplates, 8 cups, 8 saucers, 1 large tureen, etc) then 1 close up of a piece that shows the pattern well. Just a photograph or view of your closet with your clothes in it (ha, that will teach you to keep your closet neat if only for the photo!) You need to give an approximate value for replacement of your entire clothing wardrobe. e.g. $3000 total - not a piece by piece value unless you have something worth over $500. As you replace items like computers, tv, etc, update your file. Yes, this is a bit of work. Welcome to adulthood and the responsibilities of owning THINGS!!! and insuring that you can replace them if necessary.