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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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

How to Tell if Jewelry is Real: Your Key Guide A few different tests may be done to determine whether the jewelry is authentic or fake: For Precious Metal Identification 1. Knowledge and Research: Educate yourself about the specific characteristics of genuine jewelry, including its maker's marks, common flaws, and industry standards.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

If you have not micro-chipped your pet so you can be reunited if separated, please make sure your pet is wearing a harness with clear identification tags with your name and phone number. Take overall photographs of paintings and details of artist signatures, and capture each room from multiple angles to document all items in a room.

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Old Crows Antiques

AUGUST 25, 2022

Spider cracks in glaze coats can happen during the firing process and not just come from age, which makes spidering a questionable identification technique. The first steps in establishing the value of china dinnerware begin with identifying the type of china, the manufacturer, the artist, or its age.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

Celluloid is also light in weight compared to other plastics like Bakelite, so that’s another valuable identification clue. Unusual designs, décor, and artist-signed pieces are the most sought-after and generally higher priced. A desirable celluloid bangle bracelet decorated with rainbow rhinestones.

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

MAY 5, 2021

THE MURAL STORY A few years ago, clients I was working with had inherited, among other artworks, a mural by the artist Robert Russin. Having an appraisal in hand provides clear documentation, identification and a value for both the donor to use as a tax deduction and also for the organization to consider the donation.

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Penrose Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Initial research shows that this artist has fallen out of favor and similar paintings of his have recently gone for only $2,000. Let's say you have decided to donate a painting to your alma mater. It's a painting of the campus that you particularly love. You paid $5,000 for it just five years ago. Peace of mind.

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Penrose Appraisals

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The Ancient Fairy Dragon card you have in your hand may be the one that sold for $1,200 or it may be the one that only sells for a dollar depending on not much more than a series of identification numbers on the card front. The same card was released in different sets at different times and this changes the value. Ah, glad you asked!

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John Thomas Jewelers

AUGUST 17, 2023

Here’s what jewelry appraisers typically consider when evaluating gemstones: Identification Color Clarity Cut Carat weight Step 3: Metal Analysis A crucial component of jewelry appraisals, especially when evaluating pieces made from precious metals like gold, platinum, silver, and others, is metal analysis.

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Art Advisor's Blog

JULY 11, 2019

This sort of appraiser would need certification from GIA or one of the other jewelry organizations to qualify since identification of various precious stones is a requirement. Many times, of course, I know the names well and am happy to discuss the state of the market for that artist’s work.

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Fine Art Estates

JANUARY 7, 2022

That is, unless you happen to know that a similar work by that artist has just sold for $25,000 at auction. If you know the artist’s name, you can use one of the auction databases (listed below) that appraisers and dealers subscribe to. The problem is, of course, how will you know that happened unless you have it appraised?

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BHR Appraisal Services

AUGUST 21, 2020

Identification can sometimes be a challenge, however. Also, be aware that often times a piece may not be marked "sterling" even though it is (Native American makers are, I believe, exempt from US Federal assay marking requirements). These include the maker, the level of craftsmanship, the amount of silver used, condition, and age.

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BHR Appraisal Services

DECEMBER 6, 2020

typically, the maker's name would be stamped and occasionally the phrase,"pure coin". In many cases, there is only a single symbol which makes identification of the maker challenging. These are always worth checking since some makers can bring considerable sums. Marking was sporadic.

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Art Dealers Association of America

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

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. Reaching out to a wider community of artists has had its pluses and minuses.

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