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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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?The Value of an insurance appraisal

Drishti LLC Appraisers

Whether you’re wanting to protect the value of an artwork or in the process of estate planning, an insurance appraisal can help you in both situations. Too often people look into insurance after some sort of damage has occurred, but the best time to have an appraisal is before an incident.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

Q: In a damage claim, what's the most common marketplace for determining the fair market value of diamond jewelry? In a damage claim, it is important to ask your client if there is a specific definition of fair market value you should use. The insured ends up with a comparable, used property and not a new property.

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The Importance of Obtaining an Accredited Appraisal

Look Appraisal

Whether you're insuring valuables, managing an estate, or planning for a sale, having an accredited personal property appraisal provides clarity, security, and peace of mind. Legal and Insurance Requirements In many cases, insurers and courts require an accredited appraisal to validate claims.

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“Appraising in the World of the High-Net-Worth Client”

Art Advisor's Blog

As you might imagine, this small percentage of the population makes up a considerable proportion of our clientele at Signet Art ; we work with individuals, museums, attorneys, shipping companies, insurance carriers and adjusters. From that lofty position, she helps HNWIs look at the safety of their collections and insurance needs.

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Fine Art Insurance 101

Fine Art Estates

Three Insurance Experts Explain the Intricacies of Insuring Your Art Collection I am often asked by clients if they should cover their art under their homeowner’s insurance (HO) or if they should investigate insuring their art with a separate fine art collectors’ policy.

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Tips For Developing a Disaster Preparedness Plan

Artifactual History Appraisal

-For larger items in the home that are too big to take, now is a good time to review your insurance coverage and make sure you are comfortable with your current level of protection. If your house burns down/floods/is destroyed by a tornado, what financial compensation would you receive from your insurance company?