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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

Examples of retail replacement value are the price an art gallery asks for a painting in their inventory, the asking price of a table by a furniture designer, or the manufacturer listed price of a sterling silver serving item. The final level of value to be discussed is Liquidation Value.

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4 Tips to Spot Hidden Gems in Antique Sales

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Check the Furniture Hardware Hardware is a crucial element to consider while inspecting antique furniture. Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. You can learn more about the history, craftsmanship, and potential value of a piece of furniture by looking at the hardware.

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How to Start an Antique Collection

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Are you attracted to antique furniture, collectibles, or artwork? Old collectibles have a high worth due to their age, rarity, and historical importance. These can be furniture, glass items, pottery pieces like vases or bowls, and ornaments such as rings and bracelets, etc. Begin by determining your areas of interest.

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The History and Significance of Antiques: What Makes Them Valuable

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Antiques are distinctive in our culture and heritage, from fine art and furniture to pottery and silverware. To meet all of your antique needs, Jerry’s Antiques offers a wide range of services as specialists in estate sales , estate liquidations, and house & estate cleanouts. Where Do Antiques Come From?

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Where Can I Sell My Chinese & Asian Antique items?

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Perhaps youve been collecting Asian or Chinese antiques for years and are ready to liquidate. Furniture, jewelry, snuff bottles, sculptures, textiles, and paintings can be classified as Asian antiques. The origin, age, condition, and nature of the item will make a big difference in the selling price you will get for it.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

Collecting trends and changes in taste have had a major impact on everything from antique furniture to folk art. For example, in the last fifteen years, some antique Victorian furniture has experienced a reduction in both value and desirability. In other words, age alone does not necessarily translate into value.

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Building a Collection and Art as an Investment

Artifactual History Appraisal

The word Wunderkammer (note the emphasis of "wonder") was used in 16th century Europe to refer to a large piece of furniture that was a quite literal cabinet of curiosities housing a collector's treasures, and many art historians consider the Wunderkammer a precursor to modern museums.