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The Rise of Vintage Luxury

Art Peritus

As an avid collector and wearer of vintage couture, I’ve personally experienced firsthand the magnetism of these timeless treasures—and as an appraiser, I’ve seen how important it is to accurately understand their value for estate tax, insurance coverage, and equitable distribution.

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Art vs. The Elements

Art Peritus

Create a disaster response checklist that includes: A list of priority artworks Instructions for emergency packing and transport Contact information for art conservators, insurers, and professional art handlers Safe evacuation routes and storage locations 2. Email, call or click HERE to see how we can assist. ###

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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. Hidden halos, extra prongs, gallery rails or protective ring settings like channel or bezel settings, may increase the material and labor costs of the ring.

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A quartet of key art market players join forces to form ‘super group’ consultancy

The Art Newspaper

That might include buying and selling art—whether at auction, via galleries or privately—estate management and the financing and insuring of a collection. It’s a different world, one that just needs careful and sensitive navigation, both in terms of the material you bring [to market] and the platforms that are really working.”

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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. The appraisal report is a crucial document used for various purposes, such as insurance, taxation, sale, or donation, and is often required to be conducted by a certified appraiser to ensure its credibility.

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Comparison between Jewelry Appraisal Value and Selling Price: Understanding the Distinctions

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Conversely, an accurate jewelry appraisal value is necessary for the right insurance coverage. Purpose The primary purpose of a jewelry appraisal is to provide an estimated value of your jewelry for insurance purposes to help you get a replacement if your jewelry is damaged, stolen, or lost. One has a higher value than the other!