THE PIECE: An antique Ansonia clock in a mahogany case with Asian-theme glass, circa 1880s. View full sizeThis 1880s clock, owned by Julius Hambacher of Marrero, was made by the Ansonia Clock Co. in ...

When readers seek information about their antique collectibles, Carolyn Patten finds expert advice about their value and history. Find the answers to mysteries about old and rare items. Courtesy of ...

Q-Where can we find information on Ansonia clocks and their values? We recently inherited a beautiful porcelain example decorated with what appears to be hand-painted flowers and leaves. A-A terrific ...

DEAR HELAINE AND JOE: Please find photo enclosed of a clock that belonged to my grandmother. It is ceramic and it is marked "Ansonia Clock Co. New York" and it has an "A" inside a square inside a ...

I have an advertising poster for B.T. Babbitt Best Soap and cannot find a similar one. Can you identify it, tell me what it is called and if it has any value. — E.K. Answer: Benjamin Talbot Babbitt ...