WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Once known as the “poor man’s Tiffany,” carnival glass captivates collectors with its rainbow of shimmering colors and variety of forms, from bowls and hatpins to punch sets and whimsies. At its pinnacle, carnival glass offered consumers a sophisticated aesthetic at an accessible price point.

Glass 98

Glass Authenticity Authentication Identification 98

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. Identification. In some cases, positive identification may require the opinion of a recognized expert who may or may not be the appraiser. So, how do they do that? What is it made of?

Appraiser/appraisal 98

Appraiser/appraisal Maker/Artist Equitable Distribution Identification 98

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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Appraiser/appraisal Market Value Appraisal Reports Hypothetical Condition 52

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.

Collectibles 52

Collectibles Material Maker/Artist Provenance 52

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.

Collectibles 52

Collectibles Prints Appraiser/appraisal Condition 52

WCG

MARCH 20, 2024

Conducts and oversees proper sampling of materials for laboratory identification and/or analysis, and cohesively synthesizes findings in written form. Familiarity with the conservation of wood, glass, metals, plaster, brick and stone masonry, and bone and other organic materials.

Material 52

Material Identification Scope of Work Research 52

Sarasota Antique Buyers

MAY 14, 2025

Please prepare your magnifying glass and detective hat as we are about to explore the fascinating world of antique art prints and lithographs. The Art of Identification: Intaglio vs. Lithographs Let’s discuss how to tell the difference between intaglio prints and lithographs. Condition is important.

Lithographs 52

Lithographs Prints Antique Art Antiques and Decorative Arts 52