Invaluable

APRIL 17, 2024

Age, rarity and brand prestige all play a part in overall pocket watch value. A gold pocket watch in good condition could be worth anything from £1,000 – £10,000, but prices can fluctuate according to tastes and trends.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

APRIL 8, 2024

The value of estate jewelry depends on its rarity, age, and condition, and can range from antique to vintage or simply used. During the appraisal, the appraiser will examine your jewelry’s metal content, gemstones, and overall condition. How to Appraise Estate Jewelry? Where to Find Estate Jewelry Buyers?

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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation. If you can demonstrate the age of the doll, you know whether it’s vintage. Rarity can increase the price of a collectible doll. Look for cracks, holes, or any rips.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

JANUARY 30, 2024

Antique textiles are often treasured for their historical significance, artistic value, and rarity. It would be best if you also asked about the condition of the textiles and whether any repairs or restorations have been made. It can include everything from antique lace and embroidery to vintage quilts and tapestries.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy. The rarity of the material, as well as the beauty and intricacy of the decoration, represented status and wealth during the Qing dynasty. Will a buyer’s premium be added to the hammer price?

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Penrose Appraisals

MARCH 30, 2022

Or they may have failed to honestly consider the condition their item is in and are finding out that collectors often insist on the highest quality and will not pay top dollar for items that have too many cracks, chips, or other damage. It is important to understand that any of them can have a dramatic impact.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

APRIL 30, 2024

It involves examining various factors such as the materials used, craftsmanship, brand reputation (in the case of designer pieces), market demand, and overall condition. It considers factors such as demand, condition, and comparable sales. These assessments consider factors such as brand reputation, rarity, age, and condition.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 13, 2024

Dates are another sign that a piece of art might be worth buying because, of course, it helps you determine a piece’s age. And, a series number can help determine rarity. And, like any collectible, condition is so important when it comes to art, especially if it’s by a lesser-known artist.

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La Jolla Gem Appraisal

MARCH 11, 2023

What You Need To Know About Jewelry Appraisal March 11, 2023 Home Before You Get Your Jewelry Appraised First, it's important to know that a jewelry appraisal is an assessment of the value of a piece of jewelry based on its quality, condition, and other factors.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 10, 2024

From the costume jewelry I’ve amassed in abundance to compacts, purses , and perfume bottles, I could never resist picking up a fun lady’s accessory, regardless of age. Examples shaped like seashells , since they can sell in the $50–100 range, and those must be in excellent condition. The exception?

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Old collectibles have a high worth due to their age, rarity, and historical importance. The cost of an antique or collectible is usually determined by its condition (the better it looks), where it came from originally, and if there’s a lot of demand for this type among other collectors. What Are Antique Collectibles?

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Harrison Appraisals

APRIL 7, 2023

In other words, age alone does not necessarily translate into value. Market fluctuations and rarity can have a big impact on antiques and collectibles. Condition issues, wear and tear, damage and environmental factors can also affect collectability and value. In other words, age alone does not necessarily translate into value.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

JANUARY 7, 2024

They decipher the fair market value of your antique jewelry based on different factors, including its historical period, intrinsic value, condition, demand, and rarity. It would help if you had an idea of the value of your jewelry based on its age, condition, rarity, and demand.

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Art Peritus

JUNE 6, 2024

By the 19 th century, we saw the golden age of book collecting (1790-1830), a period in which English bibliographer Thomas Frognall Dibdin coined the word “bibliomania.” Furthermore, because books are multiples, condition is an important factor in determining the value of one from another.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 18, 2024

Whether worn or in perfect condition, we, as experienced dealers, are interested in all items. We understand that each piece’s value depends on various factors, such as age, quality, condition, rarity, period, and maker. Porcelain and Ceramics: Encompassing architectural, animal, pottery, human, and warrior themes.

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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. Condition Jewelry in excellent condition with minimal wear and tear is generally more valuable. Condition Jewelry in excellent condition with minimal wear and tear is generally more valuable.

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WorthPoint

JULY 19, 2024

click to expand) Movie Posters: Valuable Art Forms in a Digital Age Movie posters, i.e., the leaders in entertainment ephemera, are collected for various reasons, including for their art, their place in cinematic history, and as a nostalgic piece of memorabilia. The major drivers for movie posters are rarity and subject matter.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

The following characteristics distinguish antique jewelry from its vintage counterparts: Antique jewelry is defined by its age. If you’re unsure of a jewelry’s age, a master jewelry can help determine the period it was designed by examining the gemstones, materials, and design features. Cuts and settings also differ from modern styles.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2024

Sarasota antique buyers are typically well-educated, affluent individuals aged 50 and above, with a keen eye for quality and authenticity. Know Your Audience: The Sarasota Antique Buyer Profile Before you start polishing your grandmother’s silver, it’s crucial to understand who you’re dealing with.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It considers the type of metal, gemstones, origin, craftsmanship, and condition of your jewelry. The value of your jewelry is determined based on the current market conditions of similar pieces on the secondary market and the condition of your jewelry.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

OCTOBER 11, 2023

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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Penrose Appraisals

JUNE 25, 2024

A skilled appraiser carefully studies the history, authenticity, and condition of each item to determine their worth. The determination involves consideration of various key factors such as age, rarity, and provenance that all can influence an item's worth. An integral part of this process is the certified appraiser.

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WorthPoint

JULY 19, 2024

Values depend on age, artwork, quality, and popularity of the movies or actors they depict. The card’s rarity, significance, and provenance—it was part of Lugosi’s private collection—make it a valuable piece of cinematic history. Prices for signed cards can be higher, depending on the star. million in sales since 2020.

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What Is It Worth?

JULY 7, 2022

Many sellers use the NRA Antique Firearm Conditions Standards to describe a piece’s condition. Finally, a “factory new” piece is in perfect condition inside and out, with 100% of its original finish. It uses similar terminology as the NRA Condition Standards, but defines them differently.

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Prime Appraisals

DECEMBER 13, 2023

These can include the item's age, condition, rarity, and more. For example, if you have a rare antique piece, the appraiser may look at its condition, its history, and how much similar items are selling for in the market. The appraiser considers various factors while determining the value.

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Prime Appraisals

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

They look at what similar items are sold for and consider things like age, condition, and rarity. They check out its condition, age, and any marks or features that make it special. They consider everything they've learned about the item, like its history, how rare it is, and what condition it’s in.

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Invaluable

MARCH 6, 2024

Factors That Make Banknotes Valuable Rarity 5 Livres Syriennes note circa 1948. September 2021) Despite its age, the 1875 $5 note wasn’t the first instance of paper money entering circulation in the US. Condition 1 Livre note, Banque de Syrie et de Grand-Liban, circa 1939. Sold for £550 via London Coin Auction (June 2017).

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Invaluable

MAY 7, 2024

These appraisals take into account factors such as age, rarity, and historical significance. They’ll still usually be lower than the insurance replacement cost, since the estate retail value allows for a piece to be used or in less than new condition, while the replacement cost assumes the piece is new.

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Invaluable

JANUARY 13, 2025

Berta Hummel died in 1946 following the end of World War II , succumbing to tuberculosis at the young age of 37. Hummel production by the Goebel company ceased in 2008 when a subsidiary company assumed operation, so it seems the ever-increasing rarity of antique and vintage Hummels over time will support the longevity of the market.

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