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What Documentation Do I Need for a Jewelry Appraisal

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Documentation that provides information about the item's history, previous owners, or any notable events can enhance its value and authenticity. Moreover, written jewelry appraisals serve a critical role in legal matters, such as divorce proceedings, inheritance disputes, or verifying the authenticity of a piece.

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Jewels of the Nile: Discovering ancient Egyptian treasures?

A Matter of Brilliance

Plus, there’s a great interactive section—examples of gemstones that you can touch, “smell samples” of the period’s perfumes, and (most fun of all), mirrors that let you “wear” authentic pieces of Egyptian jewelry, take a photo, and send it right to your phone! They also figured out how to create glass and enamel to decorate the faience.

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Blame it on Audubon. Or How I became a fine art appraiser. Part Five.

Art Services 2000

These original works and his highly valuable hand colored ( aquatint) engravings and sets of books illustrated with color lithographs bring top prices at auction houses and fine art dealers. The largest Audubon authentic prints are Double Elephant Folio size and measure 39.5"

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Blame it on Audubon: Or how I became a fine art appraiser. Part Three

Art Services 2000

The Charles Wands engraving of the John Syme portrait of Audubon and Audubon's facsimile signature on the frontpiece were used without his permission by a Scottish artist named Joseph Bartholomew Kidd (b. The open book shown above was published in Edinburgh in 1833. but that is another story, entirely.)

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Great Discoveries: 500-Year-Old Print Found at Dump Sells for Nearly $45,000

WorthPoint

From here, museum officials confirmed the print’s authenticity and indicated that the piece dates back to 1513. This embossed engraving by Durer sold for $25,000 in 2019. “This was indeed the real deal,” Spencer said. Winter put his discovery up for auction.

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What to Expect During Your Jewelry Appraisal Appointment

Gemology Resources

This professional can help you determine the authenticity, quality, and value of your jewelry. It is best to bring everything in its original packaging and include any documentation such as receipts, warranties, or certificates of authenticity. This includes any jewelry, gems, diamonds, watches, or other items that may be of value.

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What to Expect During Your Jewelry Appraisal Appointment

Gemology Resources

This professional can help you determine the authenticity, quality, and value of your jewelry. It is best to bring everything in its original packaging and include any documentation such as receipts, warranties, or certificates of authenticity. This includes any jewelry, gems, diamonds, watches, or other items that may be of value.