I was gifted an antique China set (I think it’s for 12 or 16 people so A TON of pieces) on my 18th birthday. My dad and step mom went to several antique stores tracking down a nice one. I am now 30 and we are a military family that has moved several times all over the country and are about to move overseas. I have never used it and probably never will and it just takes up space and is stressful to move each time. I’m considering selling it before the big move but feel bad about it even though the chance of them knowing would be low. Should I just sell it and be done with it and if so what is the best way to get the most money for it?
I would talk to my parents and see if they want to keep it. They might prefer to keep it and pass down to your grandkids. I think they cherish it and found after going to multiple antique stores. Do talk to them.
Have you had the set appraised, or researched its worth? I would start there. If it’s valuable, you could sell it and use the money. Or ask if you can store it at your dad’s house as you don’t want to risk breakage during your frequent moves.
If it’s not valuable, why not use it? We use our fine china regularly. Put it in the dishwasher and everything. If a piece breaks, it’s ok with us.
Personally I wouldn’t hide a decision like this from my parents. I would let them know what I was doing.
Agreed. We use my husband’s family’s nice china, crystal, and silver plated silverware for everyday use. The cat in particular likes to drink out of a crystal goblet. It all goes in the dishwasher, too!
You wont be able to sell it, there is zero demand. Every ancient cryptkeeper who wants a set already has one