'Cute' factor boosts rabbit cookie jar

From: Chicago Sun-Times | Date: April 13, 2007| Author: | Copyright information

Q.Here is a photo of a cookie jar in the shape of a rabbit that my mother has had since the 1960s. It is in excellent condition. On the bottom is written "Japan." Is this of any value?

A. Yours is one of about four different color schemes that I've seen on the basic design, and in my opinion is probably the best one. While not having a long history, as cookie jars go, it does have a high "cuteness" factor, which is what attracts some collectors. Similar jars have sold for $35 and up on eBay, the Internet auction site.

Q. My etching titled "A Hamlet in France" by Paul Emile LeComte was in ...

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