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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

When determining fair market value, we use the sales comparison approach to analyze comparable sales data (i.e., On the other hand, when determining replacement value, we use the cost approach to analyze comparable cost data (i.e., Replacement value also takes into consideration relevant costs associated with replacement.

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From Vintage to Valuable, Understanding the Appraisal of Antiques

Antiques Dealer

Antiques are objects of significant value due to their age, rarity, and historical importance. The Importance of Antiques Appraisal An antique appraisal is a process of evaluating the worth of an antique item based on its age, rarity, condition, and other factors. Generally, the older the item, the higher the value.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

An insurance appraisal seeks to provide an estimated cost of what a collector would require to make the collector whole again if their art is ever damaged or stolen. 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.