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The Golden Age of Coin Collecting: Navigating the 2025 Precious Metals Market

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Remember when your grandpa’s dusty coin collection seemed like nothing more than a quirky hobby? Gold and silver: The dynamic duo of precious metals – source Gold and Silver Coins Buyers: Choosing Your Champion So, you’ve decided to cash in on your coin collection or part with some precious metals.

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Why Accurate Appraisals Matter in the New Year

Penrose Appraisals

An elderly man, after a lifetime of collecting, realizes it may be time to downsize a bit. He has more in his collection than he can possibly give to his children, so he has to think of other options. Below that number, you can do the valuation yourself, but may have greater peace of mind if you hire an appraiser.

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The Rise of Vintage Luxury

Art Peritus

Weddings & Vintage Heirlooms One of the most romantic collecting trends we’ve seen recently is the use of vintage couture in weddings. Collecting Couture: A Passion for the Pieces That Fit My love for vintage couture is rooted in an appreciation for craftsmanship, history, and storytelling through design.

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The Salvation Army Partnership: Where Mission Meets Value

WorthPoint

It was the beginning of a partnership that has helped The Salvation Army identify higher-end items, like vintage pieces, antiques, and collectibles, so employees in their retail stores can price items to reflect their actual worth.

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Appraisal Before Selling: Why Knowing Market Value Protects You – Insights from Ray at ValuePros

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Thinking of selling valuables, collectibles, or inherited items? Why Appraisals Matter At ValuePros , we offer professional appraisals for estate property, antiques, collections, and more. At ValuePros , we provide nationwide estate appraisal and personal property valuation services. Need Help Getting Started?

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4 Reasons to Get an Estate Appraisal – Ray from ValuePros

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Accurate, IRS-compliant valuations are necessary to support those filings. Whether it’s household contents, collections, jewelry, or artwork, a professional appraisal allows for equitable distribution. Estate Tax Return or Probate Requirement In some cases, an appraisal is not just helpful, it’s required.

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Art vs. The Elements

Art Peritus

Photo courtesy of Architectural Digest Protecting Your Art Collection from Extreme Weather Events Art collections, whether personal or institutional, represent cultural, historical, and financial investments that require careful protection. Pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama moments before being swept into the sea.