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David Webb’s Animal Jewels

Veritas Art Appraisals

He was influenced by an uncle who was an engraver and made souvenir ashtrays. Continue Reading The post David Webb’s Animal Jewels appeared first on Veritas Art Appraisals & Consulting. In his late teens, he moved to New York.

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Nectar of the Gods: Unveiling the Top 5 Most Expensively Appraised Wines

International Society of Appraisers

The 1787 Château Margaux, featuring the engraved initials of Thomas Jefferson, fetched a staggering $225,000 at auction. For a more in-depth look at the art of appraising fine & rare wine, watch a webinar with ISA’s Mike Widmaier, owner of Chicago Wine Consulting. Mike provides a roadmap to the world of appraising wine.

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How to Customize Your Bridal Rings

John Thomas Jewelers

Choice of engravings. Adding personal engravings to your rings is a popular customization. Consult with your jeweler if you’re unsure which gemstones work best with the rest of your design. If you’ve requested mixed metals, engraving, or custom-shaped diamonds or gemstones, you can expect the process to take longer.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Being able to see photographs emailed to me ahead of time by a client can reduce the client’s total project cost, alert me of the need to consult specialized reference books or outside experts, and help me assess whether the client even needs an appraisal report at all.

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

Art Services 2000

In April of 1998 a small museum in Central Florida hired me as a fine art consultant and Interim Director. The Audubon portrait pictured here in an engraving made by Charles Wands after the original oil painting by the Scottish artist John Syme ( b.1795 The previous Director had left after having spent just a few weeks on the job.

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Bridal Ring Sizing: Why It’s Important

John Thomas Jewelers

If they include engraving or special designs, it can be impossible to alter the size without affecting the way it looks. If you’re thinking of using vintage or antique bridal rings to propose to your special someone, consult with a jeweler with experience and expertise resizing these styles of rings.

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The Ultimate Guide on Choosing Bridal Rings

John Thomas Jewelers

Additional features like engraving and other personalized elements add to the cost of your bridal rings. If you’re confused about which metal is best for your rings, consult with a trusted jeweler. If you don’t see something you like, you can request a consultation with our custom design jewelry specialist.

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