I too have looked at E Bay to see what fine china, silver setting and stemware are selling for. Replacement does not give you anywhere near the E bay prices. Replacement wants you to send pictures, description and pattern before they will act interested. I finally decided to just go ahead and use my things. My mom kept nearly everything for good only use. Some things stayed in drawers and shelves for years! Estate sales in the Villages sell a lot of the above because today's generation do not want them. My advice keep what you love , favorite memory pieces and write off the rest.

When I was packing to move I was given a piece of advice that has served me well. You can always give it away but once it's gone,it's gone. Take your time and wait until you are ready to part with it. You will know. I still have all my china,crystal and sterling and still enjoy using them. They bring me joy.

Based on the quoted price they gave me. It was more of an insult, actually.

When we moved here I just decided to start using the "good stuff" instead of saving it for special days. My POV is, why did I wait so long to enjoy it?