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Senior Citizens may have unknown hidden treasure in their homes. It may depend on your definition of "treasure," but it is possible to discover treasure everyday. A recent archaeological find in Germany proves the premise. History will need to be rewritten. A contest between Germans and Romans around 250 to 300 suggests a longer lifespan for the Roman Empire than previously thought.

So, as a member of the retired, aging population, pick up your metal detector and begin the search. Of course "metal detector" here is only figurative. Antique Road Show fans have long since discovered the value of some long since inherited object d'art. eBay offers all sorts of finds, discovered in long since abandoned boxes and attics and under beds. Kovels is an excellent resource.

Process for Identifying Treasure: The trick in identifying treasure is found in the eye and in the ability to exercise patience to research its potential validity. Being able to "see" means "old" items may have value; because it has hung on the wall so long may mean it's familiar, or it could hold hidden worth.

Search in places for items, e.g. glassware, vases, silver pieces, tucked away goodies that have been stored for years. A friend discovered a vase, about 3 inches in height, which was bought for $3. It was later valued at 4 figures.

Select several items which appear to be of sufficient vintage, unusual in design, show significant markings, perhaps dates and have them professionally appraised.

If there is someone in the family who may know some of the history of specific items, e.g. furniture, lamps, first edition books, and so on, recruit their assistance.

Read up on values. Do not embarrass yourself by taking in any old piece of junk and expect to be rewarded. Remember there are many unsearched closets and chests and boxes and attics.

Visit Antique stores and dealers. Ask questions, as if you are a buyer not a seller.

Go to Auctions and Estate Sales. Observe carefully, take notes.

Some items, e.g. jewelry, art pieces, and glass ware may require a specialist to determine worth, if any. You may also be wise to get a second opinion.

Most senior citizens I know could use some sorting and tossing of extra baggage in their homes. So, while you are at, this sorting process may be a good time to rid yourself of some items that have consumed space, but whose value is little worth hanging on to. Consider your own sale, do a co-op sale with other retired friends, or donate these items to an organization who may find use for them.

Article provided by Dr. Jerry D. Elrod. Dr Elrod, and his wife, Dr Sharon Shaw Elrod, manage Senior Citizen Journal online. For information on retirement, Baby Boomers and everything related to Seniors, please visit my blog at http://www.seniorcitizenjournal.com/. Links to other Senior Citizen Journal pages can be found on the blog.

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Pieces - $19.99 With a tagline that reads, "You don't have to go to Texas for a chainsaw massacre," this Spanish-Italian entry into slasher film territory went on to achieve a dubious distinction as one of the most tasteless films ever produced. The bloodshed opens in 1942 with a scene of a little boy axing his mother after her discovery of him piecing together a puzzle of a nude girl. Cut to 42 years later and the little ax-man has moved on to chainsaws as he begins buzzing coeds on the campus of a New England college. Police Lieutenant Bracken (Christopher George) and his partner arrive to investigate. They find a trail of dismembered bodies that happen to be missing some parts and a group of suspects including a shady dean of students (Edmund Purdom), an anatomy professor (Jack Taylor), and a monstrous caretaker (Paul Smith). Led by beautiful undercover cop Mary Riggs (Lynda Day-George) and student-stud Kendall (Ian Sera), the investigation leads everyone to the killer, who has just finished adding the final pieces to his human jigsaw puzzle. ~ Patrick Legare, Rovi

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