Dad was a great scouter but left little life insurance for mom. He collected a lot of scout stuff over the years - national & world jambo belt buckles, neckerchiefs, patches, mugs, pins, etc. I would like to help mom out by selling the items and giving her the cash. What is the best way? Ebay looks like a lot of work for little return. Ethical to sell at a traderee/swap meet? If I donate to a council auction can she get a charitable donation credit on her taxes? How would one value the items? From ebay? From auction proceeds? Thanks.
