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The Ups and Downs of Collecting Celluloid Jewelry

WorthPoint

Celluloid is also light in weight compared to other plastics like Bakelite, so that’s another valuable identification clue. A desirable celluloid bangle bracelet decorated with rainbow rhinestones. These are usually molded plastic pieces with painted decorations. A painted celluloid dog brooch with a movable head.

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Why You Should Get A Charitable Donations Appraisal

Penrose Appraisals

Let's say you have decided to donate a painting to your alma mater. It's a painting of the campus that you particularly love. Initial research shows that this artist has fallen out of favor and similar paintings of his have recently gone for only $2,000. Hiring him or her to do the work likely makes a lot of sense.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

All appraisal reports written in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) have to include identification of the level of the market the appraised values are set in and the effective date of the valuation. The next level is Fair Market Value.