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Ron Perelman's $410m insurance trial is testing the limits of art valuation

The Art Newspaper

The insurers dispute the damage, as well as Perelman’s claim that he never attempted to sell the works afterward. Selvin adds, “However, if the case proceeds to litigation, and market conditions have shifted since the loss occurred, either the claimant or the insurer may request an updated appraisal to reflect current market values.”

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Why Get a Diamond Appraisal for Your Engagement Ring

GIA 4Cs

A diamond appraisal is an evaluation of a diamond or piece of diamond jewelry, usually for insurance or estate purposes. An appraisal may be needed for a variety of reasons (insurance, donation, estate, divorce, etc.). For example, an insurance replacement value is generally much higher than a fair market value.

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Passion Assets: A True Love of Collecting

Art Peritus

According to the insurance firm Marsh McLennan , luxury assets have grown in value by 123% over the past decade, establishing themselves as a meaningful asset class. However, the qualities that make passion assets so precious to collectors also expose them to unique risksrisks often not covered by standard homeowners insurance policies.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

For insurance replacement purposes, appraisers should consider where the client typically shops, which, in most cases, falls under the retail market. The insured needs to be made whole by replacing the 1925 Cartier ring with a comparable ring of similar qualities. Note that the definition of replacement cost comparable mentions age.

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How Much Should an Engagement Ring Cost?

GIA 4Cs

Lastly, don’t forget to leave room in your budget for additional expenses, such as resizing, engraving, rush orders or ring insurance. Diamond Ring Insurance Costs It is highly recommended that you purchase insurance coverage for your ring. Top-level jewelry insurance policies can also cover theft, loss and damage.

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The Role of Jewelry Appraisers in Insurance Valuation

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

So you’ve just inherited your grandmother’s vintage diamond ring, only to find out it’s not covered by your insurance policy because its value wasn’t properly appraised. In this guide, we’ll discuss what jewelry appraisers do, types of jewelry valuation clauses, and how jewelry appraisers help ensure you get fair insurance claims.

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The Art of Appraisals: Understanding their Vital Role in Insurance

Art Appraisal Resources

In this post we explore art appraisals' critical role in the context of insurance. Determining Insurance Coverage Art appraisals play a crucial role in establishing the appropriate insurance coverage for your valuable artworks by determining their accurate and up-to-date market value.