Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Age and Rarity Vintage or antique jewelry is valuable, especially if it is rare or from a specific historical period. Provenance or History Jewelry with a proven lineage or belonging to a famous person may be worth more. The appraiser also takes note of any maker's marks or hallmarks. diamond, sapphire, etc.),

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

In our experience, items with the most provenance are most sought after.” The rarity of the material, as well as the beauty and intricacy of the decoration, represented status and wealth during the Qing dynasty. A set of ink-brush paintings by Chinese artist Qi Baishi set a record in 2017 for Chinese paintings sold at auction.

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Art Peritus

MARCH 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered why two seemingly identical prints by the same artist can have vastly different price tags? The artist is usually not involved at all – or if so, minimally – and they can be either authorized or unauthorized reproductions. If the print does not meet the artist’s criteria, it is destroyed.

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Fine Art Prints Appraiser/appraisal Rarity 52

Art Peritus

MARCH 28, 2024

Reproductions By Noelle DeSantis and Sarah Kirk Hanley Have you ever wondered why two seemingly identical prints by the same artist can have vastly different price tags? The artist is usually not involved at all – or if so, minimally – and they can be either authorized or unauthorized reproductions.

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International Society of Appraisers

APRIL 19, 2024

They consider factors such as an artist's reputation, rarity of the piece, quality of materials, provenance (history of ownership), and market trends. ISA Appraisers have specialized knowledge and expertise in assessing the value of fine art, antiques, and jewelry, among other items.

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Invaluable

APRIL 17, 2024

Age, rarity and brand prestige all play a part in overall pocket watch value. Collectors and the style-savvy have gravitated more and more towards purchases with provenance, buying into the story of a specific piece. Pocket watches are nowhere near as popular as wrist watches; however, in recent years, sales have been on the rise.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

These artifacts’ scarcity, authenticity, and provenance all affect their historical and monetary value. Each antique tells a tale and reflects its era’s social, artistic, and cultural trends. Antique collections illuminate many artistic movements, architectural eras, and cultural influences.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Authentication Authenticity 52

Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2024

To appeal to this discerning crowd: Research the current trends in antique collecting Highlight the provenance and historical significance of your items Be prepared to discuss the craftsmanship and materials used in each piece Remember, you’re not just selling objects; you’re offering a slice of history to passionate collectors.

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JSK Fine Art Appraisals

JANUARY 14, 2024

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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Penrose Appraisals

JUNE 25, 2024

The determination involves consideration of various key factors such as age, rarity, and provenance that all can influence an item's worth. Careful inspection of the item to note any flaws, identify makers or artists' marks, evaluate wear and tear, and determine materials - all with an eye toward valuation.

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John Thomas Jewelers

AUGUST 17, 2023

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. Provenance or ownership history. Appraisers look for skill involved in its creation, or any artistic or historical significance.

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Invaluable

JUNE 17, 2024

Art Nouveau artists such as Ren é Lalique and Louis Comfort Tiffany favored the use of moonstone in their fine jewelry. Its rarity and fascinating color-changing properties has made it a highly sought-after stone among collectors and jewelry lovers. It became popular again in the 1960s and with New Age designers of the 1990s.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

APRIL 22, 2025

Maker’s Mark Manufacturers place their stamp on the items they produce. This stamp is referred to as a Maker’s Mark. In the world of antiques, Maker’s Marks are gold. If that mark is found, and the designer or artist is popular, it could add significant value to your piece. #3.

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The Art Newspaper

JUNE 16, 2025

When it was last sold in 2003, it went for a few hundred pounds— “no money at all”, Downer says—because its provenance had become confused. 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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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MAY 14, 2025

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. Artist Reputation: A print by a well-known artist holds historical value. Show Me the Money: Are Antique Prints Valuable? Authenticity matters.

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WorthPoint

MAY 26, 2025

Despite its tears and holes, the flag had solid provenance from the Estate of Daniel I. Though its ribbon had faded with age and bore no makers mark or gold content to aid in attribution, the piece’s sheer rarity and historic weight were enough to spark spirited bidding. Keys and proudly commanded $42,500.

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Look Appraisal

MAY 19, 2025

Later, you happen to mention it to a friend who recognizes the artist, and you discover it's worth thousands. Knowing the provenance (history of ownership), rarity, and formal condition of an item allows you to confidently answer potential buyers' questions and justify your asking price. That sinking feeling of "oops!"

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 27, 2025

This line, made only during the 1925-26 season, was Fenton’s foray into more artistic, designer glass, a sharp departure from their usual mass production. This vase is one of those treasures where rarity and beauty collidea gem for anyone who appreciates fine glasswork. at Appletree.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Likening this type of celebrity to a favorite comic book artist is certainly not a stretchthese are crafters of their art form. In summary, Littler perfectly defines what makes one bottle more desired than another: True value derives from the whiskey’s inherent qualitiesits age, distillery, rarity, and condition.

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WorthPoint

MAY 18, 2025

John Waynes print was uniquely inscribed as unique, adding to the sets rarity and appeal. Smith Revocable Trust and has a distinguished provenance, including exhibitions at the Leo Castelli Gallery in New York and the Hokin Gallery. The portfolio comes from the David R.

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Jewelry Judge

APRIL 16, 2025

Its royal provenance can be traced back to Yeshwant Rao Holkar, the Maharaja of Indore, a style icon of the 1920s and 1930s, whose passion for fine jewelry led him to work with design houses, such as Chaumet, Mauboussin and Harry Winston. Weighing in at 23.24

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

With their original provenance from 3 Garden Lane in New Orleans, they are a stunning example of Southern craftsmanship. Douglas, a female Native American artist whose work rarely hits the market. In todays market, where resin replicas flood the scene, finding an authentic, beautifully crafted piece like this is a rarity.

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