This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Reasons of valuations for tangible property can include estate and probate purposes, equitable distribution, insurance coverage, charitable donations, dissolution of marriage, and bankruptcy. The most important qualification to look for is USPAP compliance.
I would avoid the ‘online-only’ category, the weekend-hotel ballroom bankruptcy auction, and any auction on a cruise ship. Call when you are considering a piece and let an appraiser do some background research before you buy. Consider getting pre-purchase advice when considering a new piece.
A qualified appraiser will conduct a thorough examination of your jewelry, considering factors such as gemstone quality, metal purity, craftsmanship, and diligently researching the relevant market to provide a credible opinion of value.
However, these new introductions were short-lived since Topper filed for bankruptcy in 1973. It takes a bit of research to know which outfits are the most valuable, but you can do this on the fly by accessing the WorthPoint Price Guide on your smartphone.
As an appraiser, my role is to provide an unbiased, well-researched valuation tailored to your specific needs, whether for insurance, estate planning, donation, or sale. My process includes research, analysis, and documentation to provide a well-supported valuation of your artwork.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 5,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
Let's personalize your content