Well, the bottom line in collecting anything, is if you see something you'd like to own, and you get it and you're happy with it..that's all that really matters. Nobody ever got hurt too bad spending 40 bucks. I like unusual pieces too. That skillet is pretty beat, but the griddle and bean pot could be probably salvaged for use. The weights and ricer?..not very valuable but all old iron is interesting. I think you did ok. ;)