You might check out your local library and see if they have any books on antique furniture. Please understand that the book gives a ball park figure and wouldn't be realistic to actually get the full price, especially if you don't live in a big city or on either coast. Antique prices in the midwest, especially in Central Illinois, are far less than big cities and the cities on either ocean -- probably why many antique dealers come here and buy to sell in their shops...ok, I digress. Anyway, if you can find the pieces in a book, it can give you an idea. I would also ask around to see if anyone has dealt with any local antique dealers. If you find someone you can trust, they might give you a reasonable price if you realize they have to add some to make a profit, or might sell it for you with you paying them a commission.
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