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Not sure if you can help or not.  I have a black mini Singer antique sewing machine, with the case.  In very good condition and it still works.  Can you tell me the value of this or where I can find it at no charge?

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Hello Sue,
Is this a toy or miniature collectible machine? If so, please attach photographs and full condition report details of your machine. Singer Co. many many different models of miniature or toy machines.

If your sewing machine is of the household, full-sized variety them I am afraid I cannot be of assistance to you -- this is outside of my expertise.  If you look back into my file of Q & A's you will find numerous links to websites that may be of assistance to you.
Regards,
Irene

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Irene Schwall

Expertise

I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2. I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing. I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.

Experience

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Organizations
Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo



Publications
I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles. I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.

Education/Credentials
See information provided above.

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