Age Insurance Scope of Work 
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 14, 2025
For insurance replacement purposes, appraisers should consider where the client typically shops, which, in most cases, falls under the retail market. Note that the definition of replacement cost comparable mentions age. If the Cartier ring mentioned above dated to 1925, then age is a significant value characteristic.
Artifactual History Appraisal
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
An appraised value for insurance may be significantly higher than an appraised value for planned future sale, which can be baffling and difficult to comprehend without a familiarity with the different levels of the market. It can sometimes be present in insurance policies, although in my experience it is much less frequently encountered.
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Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
A Note from the Co-Editor: As an appraiser, I frequently invite new clients to send me pictures of their items so I can review them in advance and better assist with designing an appraisal scope of work that is most appropriate to their needs. There are some objects that are not well-suited for evaluating through photographs.
Fine Art Estates
JANUARY 7, 2022
If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.
WCG
MARCH 20, 2024
Oversees the work of contract conservation work, both on and off site. Prepares “Requests for Proposals” (RFPs), identifies qualified bidders, develops scopes of work, and reviews contract conservation proposals.
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