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Charitable Donations of Art: A Few Important Rules to Know

Art Advisor's Blog

The appraisal can be done at any time after the donation is accepted up until the filing of your taxes for the year. If the appraiser is called first, the appraisal for charitable donation is only valid for six weeks prior to a donation being made.

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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

We assess the quality of the materialssuch as gold, platinum, or silverand identify any gemstones, noting details like carat weight, color, clarity, and cut quality. We tailor the appraisal to suit the intended usewhether its for insurance, estate settlement, resale, charitable donation, litigation, or collateral loans.

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The Rise of Vintage Luxury

Art Peritus

A quality appraisal of these items considers not only material condition and provenance, but also these broader market shifts and collector sentiment. For example, vintage Karl Lagerfeld-era Chanel continues to climb in value, particularly runway pieces from the 1980s and 1990s.

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Part II: Understanding and Determining Fair Market Value in Canadian Appraisals

International Society of Appraisers

5/22/2025 12:00:00 AM Fair market value (FMV) is foundational in Canadian personal property appraisals prepared for charitable donations, estate administration, and cultural property certification applications. Comparables must be credible, relevant, and adjusted for differences in quality, condition, scale and provenance.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

There are different marketplaces depending on many factors, including: urgency to sell, quantity, condition of the property, and the quality of the items. What is the quality of diamond jewelry? It has similar qualities. It is our responsibility to be familiar with various market levels and marketplaces.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

This can give you an idea of the appraiser’s level of professionalism and the quality of their work. References and reviews: Ask for references from past clients or look for reviews online. Contact us today by calling 410.871.2017 The post Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Fair Market Value is used when a collector is settling an estate, needing equitable distribution, or making a charitable donation. The quality of the repair absolutely needs to be taken into consideration. Typically, the better the quality of the repair, then the lower the loss-of-value, if any. Be realistic on deadlines.