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How Antique Appraisers Determine the Value of your Treasures

Antiques Dealer

They range from furniture to jewelry and other decorative pieces. Appraisers evaluate these items based on various factors such as rarity, condition, age, and historical significance. 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

Some examples of highly desired antiques include antique jewelry, antique clothing, and antique furniture. However, despite being comparatively newer, “vintage” things still have a certain age and rarity. Collectors strongly value antique furniture, retro collectibles, and vintage décor.

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

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

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. furniture, artwork, jewelry).

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. FURNITURE: A. Note the thickness of hollowware.

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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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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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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. Jerry’s Antiques specializes in modern antiques such as mid century modern furniture, vintage electronics, retro kitchenware, art glass, modernist art, industrial furniture and decor, and contemporary studio pottery.