International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

Replacement cost comparable is the cost necessary to replace an item of personal property with an equivalent item having similar appearance, quality, condition, age, authorship, and utility within a reasonable amount of time in the relevant marketplace. Note that the definition of replacement cost comparable mentions age.

Appraiser/appraisal 52

Appraiser/appraisal Market Value Appraisal Reports Hypothetical Condition 52

WCG

MAY 21, 2024

Conducts or coordinates research into the collections, including identification authentication, appraisal, history and provenance of objects and documents. Develops scopes of work for appraisal, cataloging, and other documentation activities. Produces written products and images for social media posts for FMA.

Collectibles 52

Collectibles Appraiser/appraisal Material Research 52

Fine Art Estates

JANUARY 7, 2022

Condition is the very first thing I look for when inspecting a work! The condition of a work plays a large part in the final value assignment. If a work is in pristine condition, especially for its age, it would have a higher value than a work with a lot of craquelure issues or paint loss.

Appraiser/appraisal 130

Appraiser/appraisal Insurance Antiques and Decorative Arts Market Value 130