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Why do you need to have extra insurance coverage for fine art & jewelry?

International Society of Appraisers

” Specifically, many people may not realize that traditional homeowners insurance policies typically have coverage limits that may not be sufficient to adequately protect high-valued property such as fine art, jewelry, or luxury items.

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A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?

Artifactual History Appraisal

I’ve included a short excerpt below and the entire article can be read online here ( [link] ) “Many people are familiar with the concept of insurance coverage in the context of car insurance or travel insurance, but knowledge about insurance coverage of personal property such as fine art or antiques is much less widespread.

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Passion Assets: A True Love of Collecting

Art Peritus

The term collectionor more specifically, art collectionoften evokes thoughts of fine art and antiques. This makes it critical to secure proper coverage. Whether its choosing a potential mate or pursuing a coveted object, the pull of desire remains the same when it comes to collecting.

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9 Reasons Why Should You Hire an ISA Personal Property Appraiser

International Society of Appraisers

There are numerous reasons to seek a professional appraisal, including planning insurance coverage, charitable donations, probate of an estate, or simply determining the value of your tangible assets. Whether you're dealing with art, antiques, furniture, jewelry, or other possessions, an appraiser can give you a valuation.

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Insuring and Valuation Updates in more Dynamic Markets

ValuePros Appraisal Services

By Ray Nugent Fine Art Insurers require more frequent valuation updates for Fine Art items than other less dynamic markets. With Fine Art the event is a secondary market auction hammer price. We have all seen the sensational headlines of “a new record auction price” for work of art.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

Q: In a damage claim, what's the most common marketplace for determining the fair market value of diamond jewelry? You can replace “diamond jewelry” with other types of property and ask yourself similar questions. For example: Where does pre-owned diamond jewelry sell to the public?

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Protecting Your Collection and Your Wallet: What You Could Lose If You Suffer a Loss Without an Appraisal

McAllister Fossum Appraisal Services

If you understand these commonalities, you can ask the right questions to ensure that your coverage is adequate. Most homeowner’s policies have a total coverage limit for household contents that is based upon a percentage of your home’s value. At this point, you know you have at least $7,000 worth of fine art.