My wife has a lady's compact from the 1934 Century of Progress. Does this item have a resale value? And, where can she determine its marketable value? Please advise. Thank you.

I agree with above

The museum will accept it as a donatio. But probably won't buy it. I would get it appraised at a shop somewhere

I agree with the above statement. An appraisal will tell you what it's worth, but the museum most likely wouldn't purchase it from you

I agree with the above.

Contact the ISA - International Society of Appraisers

Best bet is to check with antique shops and pawn brokers. Museums will accept donations especially if it helps complete one of their collections. A good way to go is to have the item appraised and certified for that value then donate it to the museum and write off the value against your taxes.