Heirloom, new or used crystal and cut glass items are beautiful to use, but they are easily chipped, cracked or broken. Damaged items are often relegated to the back of the china closet, or if too far ...

Q: I inherited some beautiful etched drinking glasses. When I got them home, I was disappointed to find that the rims on three of the glasses have small chips. Can they repaired? A: Yes, it’s possible ...

It’s difficult to picture James Matthews — a low-speaking, burly man with thick fingers and broad hands — cradling valuable, irreplaceable pieces of antique crystal. The Washington, N.J., man looks ...

Q: I have a stamp collection that no one in my family wants to bother with. It does have some value, and I’m very motivated to sell it. Is there someone that I can take it to who can evaluate it or ...