[aigel]

My condolences. I take it there was no will left behind / nothing spelled out?

I do not understand why items like this are not passed on by old folks before passing away. Money or real estate can not be passed on early, as you don't know how much you still need of it, but stuff like this can. I definitely will pass sentimental stuff on while I can still see the offspring's eyes light up and give them a big hug. This is the tradition in our family. It also assures that the items are ending up with whom you pick for it.

George