Antique expert to offer appraisals

19 years ago

    If you’ve been wondering if your grandmother’s mixing bowl or your aunt’s tea set has more than sentimental value, Saturday could be the day to find out.     Harry Rinker, host of “Whatcha Got,” a weekly radio call-in program will be at Phil’s Florist and Greenhouse on Saturday, April 26, to examine local antiques. For a donation, that will benefit the Caribou Pet Rescue animal shelter, Rinker will offer appraisals for up to two items, according to Patty Corriveau, owner of Phil’s Florist on the Washburn Road.
    Rinker’s radio program is heard weekly on Sundays on WEGP (AM 1390) from 8 to 10 a.m.
    Corriveau opened an antique shop in December as part of the flower and plant business. She offers shoppers a selection of furniture and collectibles, as well as the treasures she finds during shopping trips to southern New England and Canada. Having Rinker at the shop is a way to introduce local residents to the shop, she said.
    People wanting to bring their items for Rinker’s consideration on Saturday can contact Corriveau for an appointment beginning at about 9 a.m. Corriveau said that Rinker can offer about 35 appraisals an hour.  Walk-in customers also are welcome.
    Later in the day, Rinker also is scheduled to visit four residences in Caribou to conduct in-house appraisals.
    For more information, call Corriveau at 492-4241.