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A Guide to Identifying, Valuing, and Selling Your Antique Painting

Sarasota Antique Buyers

There are a lot of things that go into the value of an old painting, such as: Provenance: The painting’s ownership history Rarity: How unique or scarce the piece is Artist reputation: Is it a Van Gogh or a Van No-name? Rarity: The more unique, the more valuable.

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The Ultimate Guide to Written Jewelry Appraisal

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Age and Rarity Vintage or antique jewelry is valuable, especially if it is rare or from a specific historical period. Examination The certified jewelry appraiser will thoroughly examine your jewelry, including gemstone evaluation (identification, color, clarity, cut, and carat weight). diamond, sapphire, etc.),

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Exploring the Timeless Beauty: Appraising California Impressionism

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Emerging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, artists like William Wendt, Guy Rose, and Anna Hills were at the forefront, capturing the essence of California’s diverse and picturesque scenery. Artists ventured outdoors to paint en plein air, capturing the changing effects of light and atmosphere directly onto their canvases.

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Decoding Jewelry Appraisals: A Comprehensive Guide

John Thomas Jewelers

Some of the key dynamics that impact jewelry value include: Gemstone quality and rarity. The type, quality, and rarity of gemstones used in jewelry significantly affect its value. Appraisers look for skill involved in its creation, or any artistic or historical significance.

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Investing in Yu-Gi-Oh Cards - A Collectibles Cautionary Tale

Penrose Appraisals

The Ancient Fairy Dragon card you have in your hand may be the one that sold for $1,200 or it may be the one that only sells for a dollar depending on not much more than a series of identification numbers on the card front. The same card was released in different sets at different times and this changes the value. Ah, glad you asked!

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One of the last surviving Union flags from the Battle of Trafalgar to come up for sale at Treasure House Fair

The Art Newspaper

A crucial part of the identification was a small lead weight in the upper free corner of the flag as shown in a contemporary image of Royal Sovereign at Trafalgar. I am not saying there are no more out there,” Downer says, “but I am saying this is an object of the highest rarity and importance.”

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Discovering the Value of Antique Art Prints and Lithographs

Sarasota Antique Buyers

The Art of Identification: Intaglio vs. Lithographs Let’s discuss how to tell the difference between intaglio prints and lithographs. This sign indicates that the artist created the lithograph and that only a limited number of copies exist. Rarity: The fewer prints there are, the more valuable they can be.