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Local Antique Appraisers: How to Find a Reputable Antique Appraiser near Me?

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Related Blog: Selling Gold and Silver: 4 Rules for Dealing with Antique Buyers 2. Search for Appraisers Online In today’s digital age, many reputable antique appraisers have a solid online presence. These buyers have extensive knowledge and can quickly assess an item’s value based on its historical significance, rarity, and condition.

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How Antique Appraisers Determine the Value of your Treasures

Antiques Dealer

Appraisers evaluate these items based on various factors such as rarity, condition, age, and historical significance. In this blog, we will discuss how antique appraisers determine the value of your treasures. Some of the factors include: Age The age of an item is an important consideration when determining its value.

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Antiques vs. Vintage: What’s the Difference?

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

To better grasp their differences and enable you to make wise selections while starting your collection, we will discuss the subtleties of antiques and vintage products in this blog post. However, despite being comparatively newer, “vintage” things still have a certain age and rarity. Which Should You Collect?

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

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

In this blog, you will understand the elements differentiating jewelry appraisal value from the selling price of jewelry. Factors Considered A jewelry appraiser considers factors such as the quality and rarity of materials (e.g., gemstones, precious metals), craftsmanship, age, market demand, and replacement value.

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Jewelry Appraisal Guidelines

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

During a jewelry appraisal, a jewelry appraiser who is a GIA Graduate Gemologist will typically examine the piece under a microscope or loupe to determine its quality and characteristics, such as any identifying marks, hallmarks or maker’s marks, that can help determine the origin and age of the piece.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

In this blog entry, we’ll discuss whether a person should get their antiques appraised for insurance purposes. In other words, age alone does not necessarily translate into value. Market fluctuations and rarity can have a big impact on antiques and collectibles.

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Antique vs. Vintage Jewelry: What’s the Difference?

John Thomas Jewelers

In this blog, we explore what makes jewelry antique or vintage, unraveling the characteristics, eras, and aesthetic influences that define each category. The following characteristics distinguish antique jewelry from its vintage counterparts: Antique jewelry is defined by its age. Cuts and settings also differ from modern styles.

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