WorthPoint

JULY 1, 2025

Complete with a Persian carpet on the roof, the intricately cast piece featured men seated in a mosque-like setting, sipping coffee beneath domes and palm trees—though it had minor condition issues, including a missing window panel and broken palm leaves. Measuring 11.5″ Will Seippel is the founder, president, and CEO of WorthPoint.

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The Art Newspaper

JUNE 6, 2025

UPDATE 06/06/25: This article was updated to include an extra quote from Géraldine Meyer Restoration Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Expressionism Discoveries Exhibitions Share Subscribe to The Art Newspaper’s digital newsletter for your daily digest of essential news, views and analysis from the international art world delivered directly to your inbox.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A. How to photograph so an expert can see: Cut glass versus pressed – hard to see in photos. Shoot a close up of bottom, there, look for these features: Pontil mark, which is where the glass blower would have attached his blow rod. Look for a fraction or number.

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International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

There are different marketplaces depending on many factors, including: urgency to sell, quantity, condition of the property, and the quality of the items. For example, the client may want to know the replacement value of the artwork prior to damage and the salvage value of the artwork in its current condition.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 12, 2024

Look for metal mesh in pristine condition to garner the highest prices. The cameo designs include examples with clear intaglio glass decorating hinged bracelets and other matching pieces. Necklace and earring sets featuring colored glass intaglios can sell in the same price range.

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Jewelry Glass Fashion and Trends Collectibles 96

WorthPoint

JULY 29, 2024

The jewelry in the set was sparkly enough to satisfy my inner magpie, and in perfect condition, so I took it home to learn more about it. Rock Crystal: What It Is and How to Identify It Even though rock crystal may look like glass or lead crystal at first glance, it’s actually colorless quartz.

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Jewelry Glass Antiques and Decorative Arts Testing 98

Art Appraisal Resources

AUGUST 29, 2023

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Appraiser/appraisal Fine Art Valuation Charitable Donations 130

The Art Newspaper

JUNE 26, 2025

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Authentication Authenticity Sculpture Collectibles 243

WorthPoint

JULY 3, 2025

These sculptural pieces featured amorphic, seamless brass bases topped with thick 0.75″ reverse-painted black glass, giving off that unmistakable Springer blend of glamour and bold design. Despite minor condition issues like paint loss on the glass and tarnish on the brass, the trio sold for a relatively modest $22,680.

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The Art Newspaper

JUNE 19, 2025

In the attic, an aluminium-and-glass statue by Jean-Marie Appriou, for $90,000, gazes eerily back at visitors. Maison Clearing’s unstructured layout and informal domestic setting befits its relaxed, convivial atmosphere.

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Sculpture Maker/Artist Glass Drawings 147

Penrose Appraisals

MARCH 14, 2024

So, they snatch up grandma's lamp with the stained glass shade and bring it down to the local antique mall to find out what it is worth. This doesn't mean that objects have to be in mint condition in order to bring the big bucks at auction. The appraiser will always pay close attention to condition and take it into account.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 16, 2024

This vintage Model 700 Waring Beehive chrome blender features a Pyrex glass jar. With help from industrial designer Alfonso Iannelli (1888–1965), the cutting-edge “Osterizer” blender debuted with a stylish beehive-shaped chrome base and a rounded glass jar that forced food into the blades. It was sold for $27.83

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WorthPoint

JUNE 16, 2025

From sea-worn lobster trap buoys to sea glass wreaths, there is no shortage of ideas to spruce up your summer home. As you seek out these old oddities, be sure to check the condition of the specimen in question. Old taxidermy is known for having condition issues, from broken parts to just a whole lot of dust.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Glass Textiles Collectibles 52

Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation. Many of the most exquisite, innovative designs are still credited to France, such as Ainé Blampoix’s patent for applying glass eyes. Thuillier A.T.

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Fashion and Trends Maker/Artist Appraiser/appraisal Quality 98

A Matter of Brilliance

JULY 20, 2022

Types of appraisal services Verbal report (“Silver package”): This can be a starting place if you just want to know what you have (Is it glass or a diamond? The #1 easiest thing is to keep them in good condition. No matter which of these you choose, I always use the same methodology and the work is always done in front of you.

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Appraiser/appraisal Jewelry Insurance Appraisal Reports 130

Art Peritus

MARCH 31, 2025

UV-protective glass or acrylic can prevent sun damage, while airtight backing can help guard against moisture and pollutants. If possible, relocate smaller sculptures indoors during storms or extreme weather conditions. Protective Measures For fine paintings, prints, and photographs, museum-grade framing is essential.

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Appraiser/appraisal Insurance Coverage Sculpture 45

WorthPoint

JULY 3, 2025

The recent sale of a rare, excellent condition Wilcox Wiggler has reignited interest in antique lures. The lure, featuring clear solid-glass eyes and an intricate paint design, was initially estimated to go for $10,000 to $20,000. The Spotted Wilcox Wiggler A headline-making sale happened recently.

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WorthPoint

JULY 1, 2024

Here are some of the most common condition issues to watch for in Haskell pieces: Pearls in Poor Condition Most Haskell pearls are of excellent quality and hold up well over time. Improper cleaning (like using anything with bleach) will strip faux pearl nacre down to the glass.

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Jewelry Quality Glass Condition 98

WorthPoint

JUNE 12, 2025

This example, in good used condition, sold for $3,540, placing it among the top ten out of over 6,800 Titanic postcards tracked. While comic auctions often feature modern titles and mixed-condition runs, this offering showed real depth and collector appeal. The sale also included X-Men #4, graded at 4.5,

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Sale Antiques and Decorative Arts Auction House Maker/Artist 52

Invaluable

JULY 8, 2024

This dichotomy continued to grow as living and working conditions in these city centers worsened in an effort for the rich to maximize their profits. The opulence of the era was indeed captured in the designs of Louis Comfort Tiffany , whose innovative glass and stained glass pieces added luminous color to interiors.

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Age Antiques and Decorative Arts Glass Maker/Artist 98

WorthPoint

JULY 3, 2024

This ancient glass urn contains reddish liquid similar to wines produced in the same region today. The bottle—a glass funeral urn filled with a liquid with a “reddish hue”—researchers said, is believed to be approximately 2,000 years old. Meanwhile, researchers described the tomb’s conditions as “extraordinary.”

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Other factors such as the design, craftsmanship, and condition of the jewelry also play a role in determining its value. It’s important to note that the higher the purity of the gold, the more valuable it is. However, the purity of the gold does not necessarily indicate the quality or beauty of the piece itself.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

OCTOBER 7, 2024

These can be furniture, glass items, pottery pieces like vases or bowls, and ornaments such as rings and bracelets, etc. The cost of an antique or collectible is usually determined by its condition (the better it looks), where it came from originally, and if there’s a lot of demand for this type among other collectors.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

Snuff bottles are most commonly made of glass, but can also comprise of jade, porcelain, amber, or metal. Prices can start from around $200, rising into the thousands depending on condition, with rare, 18th-century snuff examples with authenticated reign marks often selling for the highest price at auction.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Collectibles Paintings Sculpture 98

Artifactual History Appraisal

JULY 29, 2020

The glass-front panels to the cabinet doors help shield delicate electronic equipment like cameras from dust. For households worried about childproofing, china cabinets are a great way to house easily broken or potentially dangerous items in secure storage that still allows them to be seen and enjoyed.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Furniture Glass 130

Invaluable

JULY 8, 2024

This dichotomy continued to grow as living and working conditions in these city centers worsened in an effort for the rich to maximize their profits. The opulence of the era was indeed captured in the designs of Louis Comfort Tiffany , whose innovative glass and stained glass pieces added luminous color to interiors.

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Age Antiques and Decorative Arts Glass Maker/Artist 72

WorthPoint

AUGUST 5, 2024

A pair of circa-1980 Judith Jack art deco revival earrings with black glass and marcasites set in sterling silver. These also include lesser-value gemstones like amethyst or glass-simulating materials like onyx and chrysoprase. These clear glass stones have a silvery gray coating. Some marcasite jewelry is marked as well.

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Material Jewelry Glass Collectibles 52

WorthPoint

JUNE 25, 2025

This lot of thirty-seven unopened cereal boxes , all of which contain a prize, shows that sometimes, it’s the pristine condition of the box, unopened, that attracts a collector. Looking Through The Glass Glass jars, especially those described as “hermetically sealed,” were a popular way to store and preserve food.

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Syl-Lee Antiques

DECEMBER 14, 2022

If there is a crack in the wood or glass, don’t try and fix it because you may cause further damage to the frame or harm the painting or poster. The condition of your painting must be carefully protected because that will always impact the resale value. Leave that type of work to the professionals.

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The best glassware, for example, is beautiful to look at, but it also can be used easily - either as a pitcher, a vase, a drinking glass, or other such object. Examine your collection closely, using a magnifying glass and strong light if necessary. This is also true in many other areas of collecting, such as ceramics, glass, or silver.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 28, 2024

Pyrex bowls remain popular with collectors, so information on cleaning and maintaining their condition is vital. I can find ten examples of, say, Fenton glass, along with their marks and recent sales trends, all in one spot. This lot sold for $4,248 in March 2024. WP: Sales are important, but what else drives your business plans?

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Penrose Appraisals

JULY 5, 2022

In addition to the numerous bedframes, dressers, cabinets, and sewing tables, there was a tremendous amount of jewelry, and an impressive amount of various household goods, collectables, ephemera (in tremendous condition), and books. Later, II had a chance to approach the winner and ask.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MARCH 11, 2024

By identifying the antique items used to determine the piece’s condition, you will gain valuable insights to help you make informed decisions. For instance, glass feels heavy and warm when held for a few seconds, while stone remains cool. One way to identify materials is by their weight and temperature.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Examining the item’s condition is also essential because tarnish and wear can lower its value. Our store has a large selection of furniture, glass, china, art, silver, pottery, jewelry , and more, so stop by if you’re in Montclair, New Jersey.

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Penrose Appraisals

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Now, before I proceed, let me say that one of the best parts to this story is the opportunity it provides to emphasize, once again, the importance of condition as a contributing factor to value. In fact, the market now relies on third party grading services to render an "objective" opinion as to the condition of a card.

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Appraisal Group USA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Due to the varying court condition out of gambling on line in almost any jurisdictions, group is always to ensure he has wanted legal services ahead of continuing to help you a casino user. There are even situations including the FIFA Community Cup as well as the Rugby Group Globe Glass. The fresh spins can be worth £0.twenty-five

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Art Peritus

MAY 9, 2023

We first vet the pieces by checking for authenticity and condition, then we photograph and complete the valuation before listing them on our site and other third-party sites such as Incollect.com in return for a commission. It is another way of bringing desired collectibles to market and usually only for a limited time.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Furniture Appraisal Process 40