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Documenting Your Art Collection

Fine Art Estates

Most Fine Art Insurance professionals will agree that the best way to ensure that an insured loss is settled quickly and fairly is by properly documenting your art collection. If you have a covered loss of an artwork, you will need to provide the adjustor with documentation proving ownership and its value when the incident took place.

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What Are the Different Types of Jewelry Appraisals

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Written Documentation Appraisal Written jewelry appraisals are essential for knowing the value, characteristics, and condition of jewelry pieces. This documentation serves multiple purposes, including insurance coverage, estate planning, resale, and legal matters.

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

Auction houses, galleries, and art dealers often require a certified art appraisal to estimate and reserve artwork sales prices. The appraisal often serves as an important document which details important aspects of the items condition, medium and provenance, as well as exhibition history if known.

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How Do Pawn Shops Appraise Jewelry?: Understanding the Process

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Testing and Verification The appraiser could use acids or electronic testers to conduct tests to confirm the authenticity of the metal's purity. Market Analysis To determine how much an item is worth, appraisers look at the current prices of various metals and gemstones on the market.