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Question
I am seeking to value and sell an antique sewing machine Ruby Series "R". I have all instructions, as well as attachments and spare needles. I will send photos to the e-mail instructed . The silver plate on the machine has the number R 47179. This is the only number I can locate. If you do not feel you can assist, can you offer where I can obtain the desired information. The photos will provide more detail of the machine and cabinet.
Hello Lisa,
I am sorry that I cannot value your sewing machine for you. Domestic sewing machines are not my expertise. But if you scroll through my replies to other people who have made similar queries you will find numerous website links that might be useful to you.
Good luck.
Irene
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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
See information provided above.
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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