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Saudi Arabia helps cultural businesses reach global audiences

The Art Newspaper

This support is particularly crucial for the handicrafts sector, where many enterprises are by their nature small-scale and individual artisans might have the skills to make high-quality products, but not the modern business skills, market access, and resources needed to effectively position their work or scale into larger, more competitive markets.

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

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Bullion is valued primarily for its metal content, while numismatic coins can command premium prices for their rarity, condition, and historical significance. Just snap some high-quality photos, provide detailed descriptions, and voila! Just remember, when it comes to gold coins, condition is king.

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The Ultimate Guide to Written Jewelry Appraisal

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Gemstone Quality Precious stones such as diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies can add significant value. Brand or Designer Jewelry from well-known brands or renowned designers often has higher inherent value because of its reputation for style and quality. The 4Cs—color, clarity, cut, and carat weight—are considered for diamonds.

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How Gretchen Andrew’s AI art is revealing the societal scars of ‘facetuning’

The Art Newspaper

Facetune Portraits: Universal Beauty , Heft Gallery, New York, until 21 June Insta’ gratification Artificial intelligence Artists 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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Nigel Norman: I am fussy about what I buy. It has to be quality

Grays Antiques

It has to be quality. I care about quality, condition and wearability. My priority is good quality. They are exquisite in terms of the quality of the design and superb in craftsmanship. What qualities are you looking for when buying antique jewellery? They are very rare to find in good condition.

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What Are the Different Types of Jewelry Appraisals

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

It involves examining various factors such as the materials used, craftsmanship, brand reputation (in the case of designer pieces), market demand, and overall condition. It considers factors such as demand, condition, and comparable sales. These assessments consider factors such as brand reputation, rarity, age, and condition.

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Things You Should Know Before Buying or Selling

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Being aware of the following crucial details can help you make informed decisions: Understanding the condition of the item is paramount. Avoid purchasing antiques in poor condition, as they may not hold their value. Steer clear of low-quality antiques and collectibles, as they may fetch a significantly lower price.