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A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?

Artifactual History Appraisal

Recently I wrote an article for Worthwhile Magazine™ titled “A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?” In my own appraisal firm, I answer many questions from potential clients who are unsure if they need an insurance appraisal report or what the process is to get one.

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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 carry a blanket policy and have a covered loss, it is likely that your insurance agent will have no information about the work in question beforehand.

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Value matters and an art appraisal completed by a qualified art appraiser can save you substantial money by not selling too low, insuring too low, or paying too much in estate tax or equitable distribution. In this article, we will explore the key indicators that suggest you may need an art appraisal.

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What is the Difference Between Antique Appraisal and Valuation?

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

These articles are unique and have a significant meaning for us. When you get an appraisal, the appraiser will provide you with a legal document that can be used for various purposes such as taxes, insurance, estate planning, and wills. We can also help with estate planning, tax purposes, and insurance coverage.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

It’s crucial to have an accurate understanding of their replacement cost, especially when it comes to insurance purposes. In this blog entry, we’ll discuss whether a person should get their antiques appraised for insurance purposes.

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Introducing Worthwhile Magazine™

Artifactual History Appraisal

We have an exciting group of content planned for the coming year to expand on the articles already published in 2018. The workshop included presentations by trust attorneys, insurance agents, curators of private collections, and family office managers.

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The Ruby, July’s Birthstone, Is The King of Gems

A Matter of Brilliance

For an excellent summary of what makes a valuable ruby, check out this GIA article. Make sure they’re protected against damage and theft with insurance. And to insure them with confidence, first get an updated appraisal. In ancient India, it was called “ ratnaraj ,” the “king of precious stones.” Dreaming of a ruby?