On 4/22/2017 8:49 AM, Nancy2 wrote:
> Jill, wrap each individual piece in a small bit of tissue and for the spoons and forks,
> nestle them together and put a piece of small-bubble bubble wrap around the bunch.
> Wrap knives and serving pieces the same way. The only thing to do for no damage
> during shipping is to keep them from banging around against each other.
> Donate the chest to Goodwill or another thrift shop.
>
> N.

After hearing Jill's story about that place, I wouldn't deal with them.
I'd do local. Try Craigslist or even an auction with a minimum starting
price.

Also don't expect full value, just accept a decent amount. Better some
money in the bank than silverware in a drawer unused year after year.

My daughter had a full set of silverware. Don't know if she still has it
but she doesn't need that old-school fancy. Hers was from "Reed and
Barton" and the pattern was ."Hampton Court." It was minimal fancy and
not overly ornate. Original price was approx. $250 per 5 place setting.

Me: I still use my nice grocery store ware. I do have a fancy stainless
set made by Oneida. It has a mild seafood pattern. I like it but I
almost never use it. Mine sits in a dusty box and only gets used once or
twice a year. I should sell mine to someone that might actually enjoy
it and use it every day, not just.....