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The Beauty of Botanical Illustration: Capturing the Flora of the Natural World

Invaluable

Medieval Marvels of Botanical Illustration The tradition of such manuals outlining plants’ medicinal capacities flourished in the Middle Ages as more herbals were created. Sold for €7,000 EUR via Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin GmbH (September 2023). – Still life with Anemones, Freesia and Narcissi.

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What Documentation Do I Need for a Jewelry Appraisal

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

engraving, settings) are necessary. Identification Documents: If the gemstone is rare or valuable, additional identification documents may be required to verify its authenticity. Ring Appraisal Ring Specifications: Information about the metal type (e.g., gold, platinum), purity (e.g.,

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Evaluating Your Collection

Penrose Appraisals

Speaking of ornament, the way in which an object is engraved, or painted, or carved, or any of a hundred other ways ornament has been used can make a tremendous difference in the overall quality of the item. The proper identification of materials sometimes requires testing, which may require the assistance of an expert.