WorthPoint

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

High-end authentic poured glass brooch attributed to Dior. Quality Materials Since we’re talking costume jewelry here, the basic materials are plated base metal and glass. Authentic Gripoix glass and poured glass (terms also way overused by costume jewelry sellers) are materials that almost always indicate high-end jewelry.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

They were crafted during a specific historical period and reflect the design styles and materials commonly used during that time. If you’re unsure of a jewelry’s age, a master jewelry can help determine the period it was designed by examining the gemstones, materials, and design features.

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Invaluable

MAY 29, 2024

Taxidermy is an art absolutely essential to be known to every naturalist since, without it, he cannot pursue his studies or preserve his own materials” British zoologist William Swainson in his 1840 Treatise on Taxidermy Walter Potter – Kittens’ Tea & Croquet Party. Sold for $169,500 USD via Toomey & Co.

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WorthPoint

MAY 10, 2024

For instance, sometimes you’ll find Victorian designs made of materials like pinchbeck or rolled gold. You can learn more about how to recognize pinchbeck, rolled gold, and a bevy of other materials used during the Victorian era by reading all about them in the Worthpoint Dictionary. Others, however, you’d still be wise to avoid.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a beginner, finding valuable goods requires a keen eye and some understanding of authenticity and historical worth. Genuine hardware is typically made of sturdy materials like brass or iron, but contemporary replicas could be made of less expensive materials.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

MAY 7, 2024

Vintage designer bags are intricately made from high-grade materials, focusing on detail and craftsmanship that surpasses mass-produced accessories. Gucci is recognized for its daring and diverse designs, whilst Hermès is esteemed for its flawless artisanship and premium materials.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

JUNE 28, 2024

When considering purchasing Chinese antique furniture or sculptures, it is common to receive an authenticity certificate either at the time of purchase or by request. These certificates not only provide assurance of the item’s authenticity but can also assist in minimizing import duty costs.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It is a complex procedure that requires evaluating many aspects, such as the quality, craftsmanship, historical significance, and materials used. It extends beyond the value that is inherent in the materials that are utilized. Pawnshops are typically one of the locations where jewelry appraisal services are offered.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

APRIL 30, 2024

Documentation that provides information about the item's history, previous owners, or any notable events can enhance its value and authenticity. This includes information about the materials used (e.g., Service History: Documentation of any maintenance or service history can provide insights into the watch's condition and authenticity.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

Once these materials were processed into malleable materials, they were pressure molded, or blow-molded, into consumer goods until around 1950. Some celluloid was made to imitate natural materials like ivory or horn. Lines and striations were added to make it look more authentic.

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan? Identifying the materials which makeup an object is important and can be challenging. Certain materials, such as gold, are recognized as being inherently more valuable than others, such as tin.

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Art Peritus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Plank Shrinkage – Wood planks will shrink over time, which is why split planks are often a good sign of authenticity. Dovetail Joints – These joints used in lieu of screws or nails to hold corners together are one of the primary ways experts use to gauge a piece’s age and determine authenticity.

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La Jolla Gem Appraisal

JULY 7, 2024

Gather Documentation : Collect any certificates, appraisals, and receipts that verify the authenticity and value of your jewelry. Several factors can influence the value of your jewelry: Quality of Materials : The type and quality of the metal and gemstones used. How can I sell my jewelry without getting scammed?

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WCG

MAY 21, 2024

The Manager oversees all activities related to the care and documentation of the museum´s objects consisting of textiles, metal, and other materials, as well as a vast collection of printed materials contained in the archives. Packs and ships objects and documents. Contributes to budgetary and narrative project reports.

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La Jolla Gem Appraisal

MARCH 13, 2023

Tips To Find A Reliable Jewelry Appraiser For Your Valuable Jewelry March 13, 2023 Home Jewelry appraisal is an essential step in ensuring the value and authenticity of your precious items. Jewelry appraisal is the process of evaluating the value, authenticity, and quality of a piece of jewelry. What is Jewelry Appraisal?

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Astor Galleries

JULY 14, 2023

The company used the finest materials, including Swarovski crystals, and its pieces were often set with hundreds or even thousands of stones. If you cannot find a mark, the piece may not be authentic. The jewelry proved to be so popular that Eisenberg soon abandoned his clothing business to focus on jewelry full-time.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2024

Sarasota antique buyers are typically well-educated, affluent individuals aged 50 and above, with a keen eye for quality and authenticity. Document and Authenticate: The Devil’s in the Details Sarasota antique buyers are a skeptical bunch, and rightly so. They’ve seen their fair share of fakes and reproductions.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

These artifacts’ scarcity, authenticity, and provenance all affect their historical and monetary value. They offer a material investment that has the potential to increase in value over time. Be on the lookout for proof of authenticity, such as maker’s marks, autographs, or provenance information.

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Invaluable

APRIL 24, 2024

The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Despite this diversity, American folk art does share some core characteristics: Hand-Craftsmanship American folk art typically incorporates materials that can be wrought by hand.

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Invaluable

APRIL 24, 2024

The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Despite this diversity, American folk art does share some core characteristics: Hand-Craftsmanship American folk art typically incorporates materials that can be wrought by hand.

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Invaluable

JUNE 26, 2024

French provincial pieces were fashioned out of locally sourced materials – namely wood, which included oak, walnut, cherry and mahogany. Where and How Can I Find Authentic French Provincial Furniture for my Home or Collection? The post French Provincial Furniture: Classic Elegance for Modern Interiors appeared first on Invaluable.

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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. If the doll comes with a certificate of authenticity or other identifying provenance documents, this information can help. How Do I Know if My Doll Is Worth Money?

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A Matter of Brilliance

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The 300 objects on display give you a sense of the genius of these artisans: their materials, the symbolism of the items they created, and the impact of their talent on future generations. It’s fascinating and the jewelry is simply amazing. Best of all, the exhibit is well laid-out, easy to follow… and fun !

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WorthPoint

JULY 1, 2024

On July 12, Julien’s Auctions of Gardena, California, is offering collectors and lovers of tiki culture the chance to create their own authentic tropical oasis with its Trader Vic’s Tiki Paradise auction. The more than one hundred items from the Beverly Hilton establishment up for bid include lot 117 , a Trader Vic’s white metal logo sign.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Authentication is an important first step, and it can be relatively simple with contemporary pieces when the artist is still alive to verify them. Serious art collectors are always concerned with authentication. It becomes more difficult, however, with older, historic pieces that have had multiple owners.

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Invaluable

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Creating paints from raw pigments was a difficult and time-consuming process, and the resulting materials—especially oil paints—were cumbersome and not easily transported. Whatever the style employed, capturing the realism and authenticity of a fleeting moment is generally considered the high bar when portraying the natural world.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

APRIL 5, 2024

Description of jewelry Material composition Gemstone details Design characteristics Condition assessment Hallmarks or maker’s marks Any unique features or markings 2. This is due to various reasons in the market, like trends, craftsmanship, and materials. Protection of Investment Authentic jewelry is truly valuable.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

JANUARY 15, 2024

Appraisal certificates confirm a piece’s authenticity when you sell your jewelry. Crucial for fair selling, legal purposes (e.g., divorce, donation), and insurance valuation. And even if you’re not selling your jewelry, appraisals remain beneficial as they identify wear, tear, or damage.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. Like snuff bottles, vases, pots, teapots, and plates were made out of materials including clay, jade, bronze, and porcelain.

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John Thomas Jewelers

AUGUST 17, 2023

Appraisals signify authenticity. Appraisers may identify and describe gemstones and metals in their documentation, but that doesn’t mean they’ve authenticated them. Their primary role is to assign value, not determine if the materials are legitimate. Who performs jewelry appraisals?

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The Mid-Atlantic Museum Association

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The theme of the conference is “Authentic Voice/Authentic Experience” and sessions will focus on how museums can become more equitable and tell a full, complete and inclusive history of our country.

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Penrose Appraisals

JUNE 25, 2024

A skilled appraiser carefully studies the history, authenticity, and condition of each item to determine their worth. A professional appraiser is one who has received training and area certified in the accurate assessment of value, authenticity, condition, and other important aspects of antiques, fine art, and other personal property.

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Fine Art Estates

JANUARY 7, 2022

When working with clients there are all kinds of additional services they need, whether shipping and packing recommendations, whether or not they should try to sell something privately or at auction, or have a work authenticated or conserved. An experienced appraiser should be able to help their clients through the process of authentication.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

JULY 21, 2024

The research unearthed dozens of stories and hundreds of primary source materials to create an extensive database that will be made available to the public, and resulted in a traveling exhibit and public presentations that will be seen by thousands in the next two years.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

MARCH 18, 2024

Timeless Asian Jewelry- Jade Goes Beyond the Color of Green In the early ages, Jade was considered a supreme material for tools and weapons production. Whether you are looking for a birthday present, an anniversary gift, or a token of affection, a piece of green jade jewelry can be a thoughtful and meaningful choice.

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Invaluable

JUNE 19, 2024

And Baroque changed as it traversed the globe, adapting to new environments, tastes, and materials. For imaginative architects, the doors of possibility were opened by the availability of prefabricated and mass-produced materials that made decorative features more affordable and widespread.

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Invaluable

JULY 8, 2024

Frank Lloyd Wright’s early 20th-century “Prairie Style ” architecture fit the bill: re-envisioning architecture as a conversation between form and landscape, Wright redefined the forms and materials of modern architecture. One of the most cited examples of his style is the Robie House. Pierpont Morgan.

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