Invaluable

MARCH 12, 2024

Summary Identifying a first edition is an art form that takes a while to master. There are many publishers out there and they often use a variety of methods to demarcate first editions.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JANUARY 14, 2025

For those interested in antique porcelain identification, value, and marketing, this book is for you. Grasping Porcelain Markings Identification of your piece starts with porcelain marks. Demand: Some categories, like vases or figurines, are more sought after and collectible. Why Choose Sarasota Antique Buyers?

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WorthPoint

APRIL 5, 2024

The designs in the glass are a great starting point for identification. She spends her days hunting for analog cameras, scoring her own movies in her laundry closet, and building her collections of Polaroids and handkerchiefs. But, on this shopping trip, I found my curiosity getting the better of me. WorthPoint—Discover. Preserve.

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Ralph E Lerner

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Excerpt: Maintaining a collection in good condition is expensive; the expenses may include framing, reframing, lighting, air conditioning and humidity controls, cleaning and other maintenance, security devices, publications, and insurance. The collector may incur travel and other buying expenses and fees when he or she adds to a collection.

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BHR Appraisal Services

AUGUST 21, 2020

Native American jewelry remains a popular collecting category these days. Identification can sometimes be a challenge, however. It is a broad subject but here is a an overview to get you started. Most pieces of NatAm jewelry are crafted of sterling silver and set with semi-precious stones associated with the American southwest.

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

JUNE 29, 2021

In addition to providing a replacement value, an appraisal proves the object exists, documents the current condition, and provides identification with a detailed description. So, whether you are building a collection or making changes in a collection, an insurance appraisal will help you steward your investment for the long-term.

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WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The company usually didn’t mark its glass, so collectors rely on pattern identification and quality to authenticate pieces. Francis has been a writer and editor in the antiques and collectibles field for more than 20 years. Millersburg Glass began producing some of the finest carnival glass in 1909. WorthPoint—Discover.

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MIR Appraisal

DECEMBER 17, 2019

This book had been held in a private collection for over a century, passed down from one generation to the other. As anyone who has ever sold off a relative’s book collection just to “get it out of the way” knows, used booksellers do not always have the time to individually research each book.

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Old Crows Antiques

AUGUST 25, 2022

Some would argue that as long as you have the storage space, keep collecting. Others say you should curate your collection to the sets you love or have sentimental value. If you're new to collecting antique china, you'll find that once you know the basics, the learning curve is relatively short—you can become an expert pretty quickly.

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International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

A collection of unbranded jewelry that has no celebrity provenance may sell at a local or regional auction house. Replacement cost comparable is generally used for antiques, collectibles, fine art, period jewelry, among other types of property. Descriptions/Identification (authentic, age, provenance, dimensions, etc.)

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

JULY 22, 2022

An insurance appraisal provides information for current values, as well as accurate identification of artwork, furnishings and personal accessories. Whether you are remodeling your home or considering estate planning, an insurance appraisal is necessary for good stewardship of a collection. Please contact us at drishtillc@icloud.com.

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Fine Art Estates

JANUARY 7, 2022

The long-term ramifications to museums’ ability to build their collections through gifting was obvious, without this incentive, few collectors would opt to donate or bequeath their collections. Many of these sites have been collecting data since the late 1980’s. An attorney/collector named Ralph F.

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WorthPoint

MAY 31, 2024

One fun thing I did was surprise adults at the flea market with my solid glassware identification skills. It only stands to reason that sooner or later, I’d end up collecting one of the patterns I’d grown to not only recognize but love. It was awesome, if I do say so myself.

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ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry

MAY 1, 2024

The approach to problem identification may be the same in the context of an appraisal for charitable gift or estate tax; however, in an insurance context, appraisers are often faced with specific challenges such as evaluating a property that has already been damaged or stolen. In these situations, hypothetical conditions may be necessary.

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WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

One caution is to watch for pieces of jewelry purported to be Haskell designs when they’re not since identification mistakes often happen in this branch of jewelry collecting. On the flip side, you don’t want to overlook a genuine piece of potentially valuable unsigned Miriam Haskell since that’s just as easy to do.

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Jewelry Judge

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Park Interpreter Sarah Reap was stationed at the rock and mineral identification counter when the finder placed it calmly on her desk. Uncle Sam is now part of the Smithsonian’s mineral and gem collection and can be seen at the National Museum of Natural History. Named Uncle Sam, this white diamond with a pink cast weighed 40.23

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

MAY 5, 2021

While working on their appraisal report, I contacted the Wyoming State Museum to see if they would be interested in having the mural in their collection. Once the appraisal established the value of the mural, the museum agreed to accession it into their collection.

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Art Advisor's Blog

JULY 11, 2019

Your client has a large collection of art and wishes to include the art in a trust for his heirs. This question gets to the heart of finding the correct appraiser for the type of collection you need appraised. This is especially the case when the collection you want appraised is a specialty field. But where to begin?

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WorthPoint

APRIL 8, 2024

You can also look for marks on both these types of glass to help with identification, as some companies specialized in cut glass while others were known for pressed glass. In early pieces, you can also look for a pontil mark where the glass was broken away from a blowing tool during manufacturing.

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WorthPoint

JULY 5, 2024

Be sure to check out Juliana Jewelry Reference: DeLizza & Elster Identification & Price Guide by Ann Mitchell Pitman in the Worthpoint Library for oodles of info. Pamela Siegel is a freelance writer and author who has been educating collectors for more than two decades.

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Penrose Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Appraisers cannot be experts in every category of antiques, collectibles, or decorative arts, but they can be counted on to recognize when it is time to call on someone who is an expert in order to ensure proper identification. Peace of mind.

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Art Dealers Association of America

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

There’s no bad reason for collecting art.” In his five decades at the helm of the famed publishing house and gallery, Solomon has encountered a diverse array of collectors and artists, and has gained invaluable insight into contemporary collecting practices and the ever-changing art market. My mother was a very avid collector.

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John Thomas Jewelers

AUGUST 17, 2023

The value of jewelry is influenced by a combination of factors that collectively determine its worth in the market. Reliable appraisers provide you with a detailed and well-structured appraisal report that includes all relevant information about your jewelry and its estimated value. What factors influence jewelry value?

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WCG

MARCH 20, 2024

Description The Architectural Conservator is a full-time, exempt-status position, working within the Department of Historic Preservation and Collections under the direct supervision of the Curator of Preservation Collections (“Preservation Curator”). Compensation Negotiations start at $50,000.

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ASA Newsroom - Personal Property

JUNE 4, 2024

Jessie has developed and taught classes on jewelry materials identification for the purpose of pinpointing design eras and dates of manufacturing. I am a credentialed senior gemologist, jewelry appraiser, jewelry historian, and the curator of Lang’s collection. I actively buy from sellers all over the world and in our store.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The brand quickly gained international recognition, with its exquisite silver pieces gracing dining tables and collections worldwide. Verifying Christofle Authenticity: Identifying Marks on Classic and Contemporary Collections Christofle pieces stand out due to their distinctive markings.

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WorthPoint

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

These hen on nest covered dishes are popularly collected today for their nostalgic appeal, utilitarian purpose, and the fun of hunting for all the different varieties: hundreds of patterns and sizes have been made in various colors. The size of the dish is a big clue in identification, as certain companies only made specific sizes.

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WorthPoint

DECEMBER 6, 2024

They are usually silver and black with logos and identification marks that sometimes go unnoticed in a yard sale box or a thrift store shelf. I researched them on my iPhone, and bingo ; they were vintage pieces from the Lustre Craft waterless cookware line, whose current collections cost between $2,000 and $7,000.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 23, 2025

WorthPoint empowers users to buy and sell confidently by providing a comprehensive suite of tools that simplify the research, identification, and pricing of art, antiques, and collectibles. This combination equips subscribers with an efficient way to research, identify, and price their items quickly.

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