Sat.Jul 08, 2023 - Fri.Jul 14, 2023

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Value matters and an art appraisal completed by a qualified art appraiser can save you substantial money by not selling too low, insuring too low, or paying too much in estate tax or equitable distribution. A pre-purchase appraisal can also help to understand the accurate market for the work and what is an appropriate amount of money to spend. Appraisals are crucial in the art market, providing essential information about artworks' value, authenticity, and condition.

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Remote Monitoring and Time Tracking

The Appraiser Coach

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed a lot about our lives and the way we conduct our businesses. Some things may never again be the same again. As a result of the lockdowns, we had to turn to conducting our businesses remotely, and many of us have continued to do so even now. While working remotely has many potential benefits, it also presents many unique challenges.

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Eisenberg

Astor Galleries

You may view available jewlery from this & other designers by searching for their name in our shop. Eisenberg is one of the most famous names in vintage costume jewelry. The company was founded in Chicago in 1930 by Morris Eisenberg, a clothing manufacturer who began to add rhinestone embellishments to his dresses. The jewelry proved to be so popular that Eisenberg soon abandoned his clothing business to focus on jewelry full-time.

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Rubies: July's Prized Birthstone

JB Jewels

Symbolic of love, power and youthful energy in Indian jewelry, rubies are loved for their color and hardness; second only to diamonds. Burmese warriors once believed it made them invincible in battle, while Europeans thought that rubies granted health, wisdom and success in love. Today, the King of Precious Stones, or ruby is considered part of the corundum family and has a hardness of 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale, making it one of the most durable commercial gemstones.

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A Quick refresher on metals marks

BHR Appraisal Services

With gold prices being as high as they are, now is a good time to for a quick refresher on precious metals marks. Even small amounts of scrap gold can quickly add up, so you may have some ready cash lying around and not even realize it. Pure gold is 24K but typically isn't used for jewelry due to its softness. Instead, gold is mixed with base metals such as copper for, which adds hardness but also lowers the purity.

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Remote Monitoring and Time Tracking

The Appraiser Coach

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed a lot about our lives and the way we conduct our businesses. Some things may never again be the same again. As.

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Meet the MD

IACF

David Harper, antiques and history expert, sat down with iacf Managing Director Will Thomas at the last ever Festival of Antiques at Peterborough in April 2023. Have a watch and listen as David and Will talk about the iacf organisation, the fairs, the dealers and the passion that drives the industry. The 10 minute interview also covers Will’s growing interest in Salvage and Antique Silver.

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