Egyptian princess's sarcophagus brings star quality to Frieze Masters
The Art Newspaper
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The sarcophagus, described as the only royal Egyptian example to ever enter the art market, last sold in 2013 for $1m
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‘Iron fist in a velvet glove’: Detroit public sculpture tracks air quality and cleans the polluted environment
The Art Newspaper
JUNE 3, 2024
A new regenerative installation by Jordan Weber raises awareness of environmental racism
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Never Sacrifice Quality in the Name of Efficiency
The Appraiser Coach
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
There are no magic beans or secret sauce that you can use to suddenly make your life better. It’s actually about little tweaks; it’s a bunch of little things that. Read More.
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Islamic Arts Biennale 2025: museum-quality show reflects on the changing face of Islam
The Art Newspaper
JANUARY 28, 2025
The second edition of the Saudi Arabian event brings together religious masterworksincluding objects from the Vatican in the countries' first-ever collaborationand contemporary art
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So long, stag parties: Barcelona banks on art to tempt ‘quality’ tourists
The Art Newspaper
APRIL 11, 2025
Amid a backlash by locals fed up with party-loving visitors, the citys tourism authority hasteamed up with museums to promote a series of exhibitions
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Is social media one of the worst things to happen to artists? Yes, says US artist Josh Kline
The Art Newspaper
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Artist argues it has turned art into a business and negatively affected quality
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Crocker Farm Holds 20th-Anniversary Sale
Maine Antique Digest
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
We were really happy with the sale, the quality throughout, and the diversity. Crocker Farm, Inc., Sparks, Maryland Photos courtesy Crocker Farm, Inc. “We I think it bore out in the total,” remarked Mark Zipp of Crocker Farm, Inc., following the family operation’s summer 2024 sale marking the 20th anniversary of the company.
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Jasper52 presents quality American, English, and Continental silver September 17
Auction Central News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The first highlight is a Sheffield sterling silver set of six wine goblets by James Dixon […] The post Jasper52 presents quality American, English, and Continental silver September 17 appeared first on Auction Central News. The catalog is now open for early bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
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Maison Odiot-inspired silver and quality French antiques coming to Akiba August 6
Auction Central News
JULY 30, 2024
A Neoclassical covered silver-gilt soup tureen on stand reproduces a […] The post Maison Odiot-inspired silver and quality French antiques coming to Akiba August 6 appeared first on Auction Central News. They carry estimates ranging from $100-$30,000 at the sale titled Exceptional II: Test of Time.
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Hyland Granby Antiques Offers Seven Paintings from the Lewis Collection
Maine Antique Digest
MARCH 31, 2025
In this fast-changing world, more collectors and executors of estates have been consigning works of high quality to the trade for sale rather than sending them to auction. The buyers pay more money at auction with the high buyers premium, so the sellers can do better with a private sale
Collections Fill Three-Day Auction
Maine Antique Digest
JULY 12, 2024
The quality of the collections Excellent collections make for excellent auctions. Devin Moisan’s three-day online auction held April 19-21 included not one but two such entities. Spread out over three days, the 1200-lot sale took some time to sell.
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Two New Exhibitors for NHADA Annual Show
Maine Antique Digest
APRIL 28, 2025
For 68 years, the annual show produced by the New Hampshire Antiques Dealers Association (NHADA) has upheld the tradition of bringing fine quality antiques to New England. Two new exhibitors will join the show this year bringing the total to 59 exhibitors. The new exhibitors are Philip Mead of Mead
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Researchers Grow an Extinct Plant From a 1,000-Year-Old Seed
Artnet News
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The seed is called Sheba and is believed to have medicinal qualities. The post Researchers Grow an Extinct Plant From a 1,000-Year-Old Seed appeared first on Artnet News.
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A New Connecticut Show
Maine Antique Digest
APRIL 24, 2024
After four decades of hosting the Connecticut Spring Antiques Show, the Haddam Historical Society, in partnership with Goosefare Antiques & Promotions, is launching a new expanded show focused on a younger audience seeking quality and more affordable antiques.
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What Documentation Do I Need for a Jewelry Appraisal
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
APRIL 30, 2024
Quality and Specifications: Detailed documentation helps appraisers assess the quality and specifications of your jewelry accurately. metal purity, gemstone type, weight, and quality), as well as any unique features or design elements. karat), gemstone type, quality, and any additional features (e.g.,
The Ultimate Guide to Written Jewelry Appraisal
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Gemstone Quality Precious stones such as diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies can add significant value. Brand or Designer Jewelry from well-known brands or renowned designers often has higher inherent value because of its reputation for style and quality. The 4Cs—color, clarity, cut, and carat weight—are considered for diamonds.
Imperial Russian treasures that survived Bolshevism emerge at Heritage May 17
Auction Central News
MAY 7, 2024
DALLAS — Heritage Auctions has announced Imperial Fabergé & Russian Works of Art, a Wednesday May 17 event dedicated to the country’s cultural history and output.
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How to decide the best estate sale or auction services
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
MAY 30, 2024
But you should not sacrifice quality service due to your need to cut costs. You need to strike a balance between service quality and cost. Consider the cost vis-a-vis the service provided: The impulse to seek the cheapest alternative is only natural.
Reed and Barton Silverware: An Exquisite Addition to Your Dining Experience
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
JULY 22, 2024
Their commitment to quality shines through in every piece they create, from intricately designed forks and spoons to elegantly crafted serving sets. Established in 1824 in Taunton, Massachusetts, the company has a rich history of innovation and dedication to quality. Where can I buy Reed and Barton silverware?
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Cost vs Investment
The Appraiser Coach
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
If we lose 30 minutes of sleep because we got up to exercise, but the exercise actually makes it easier to fall asleep at night and helps us have better quality sleep, is it really a loss? Do we ever take time to consider the cost in relation to the benefit? Or is it an investment?
Crafted Perfection: Exclusive Art Pottery comes to Jasper52 August 27
Auction Central News
AUGUST 22, 2024
NEW YORK — Jasper52 presents Crafted Perfection: Exclusive Art Pottery, a 255-lot sale of top-quality ceramic artistry, which comes to market Tuesday, August 27 at 11 am Eastern time. The catalog is now open for bidding exclusively at LiveAuctioneers.
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Tiffany Studios pieces continued to prove their marketplace dominance at Rago
Auction Central News
AUGUST 7, 2024
Many estimates were doubled by bidders, demonstrating the continued demand for top-quality Tiffany relics. LOS ANGELES — Rago‘s Art Nouveau and Art Deco Glass and Lighting sale July 11 provided auction watchers with yet another romp by Tiffany Studios wares from the early 20th century. Complete results are available at LiveAuctioneers.
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Mary Blair Concept Painting for ‘It’s A Small World’ leads our five auction highlights
Auction Central News
AUGUST 22, 2024
Mary Blair Concept Painting for ‘It’s A Small World,’ $51,425 SHERMAN OAKS, CA — Van Eaton Galleries, an auction house known for selling top-quality items associated with Walt Disney Productions and the theme parks, on June 30 realized $42,500 ($51,425 with buyer’s premium) for an original gouache on board for It’s A Small World by […] The post (..)
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Jasper52 brings prehistoric fossils to New York August 20
Auction Central News
AUGUST 15, 2024
First up is a ‘finest quality’ trilobite fossil known as a Harpides. NEW YORK — Jasper52 will present a highly curated, 78-lot sale of ancient Fossilized Ammonites, Trilobites, and More on Tuesday, August 20 at 2 pm Eastern time. The full catalog is now open for bidding exclusively at LiveAuctioneers.
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More than 650 lots of vintage advertising and petroliana come to Morphy October 6
Auction Central News
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
Morphy Auctions brings 651 lots of quality items to market Sunday, October 6 […] The post More than 650 lots of vintage advertising and petroliana come to Morphy October 6 appeared first on Auction Central News.
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Morphy presents Brian Lebel’s Old West Auction in Santa Fe June 22
Auction Central News
JUNE 12, 2024
Brian Lebel is especially enthusiastic about the quality and variety of goods to […] The post Morphy presents Brian Lebel’s Old West Auction in Santa Fe June 22 appeared first on Auction Central News. The complete catalog is now available for review and bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?
La Jolla Gem Appraisal
APRIL 10, 2025
We assess the quality of the materialssuch as gold, platinum, or silverand identify any gemstones, noting details like carat weight, color, clarity, and cut quality.
Pat Gill silver saddle and tack headline New Frontier’s Old West sale August 24
Auction Central News
AUGUST 13, 2024
CHEYENNE, WY — More than 375 high-quality lots of Western memorabilia, firearms, and American Indian material from leading American collections will appear in New Frontier‘s Old West Auction scheduled for Saturday, August 24. The catalog is now open for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
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Friedel Dzubas, Catherine Wiley, and Alberto Burri works stomped estimates at Case
Auction Central News
AUGUST 8, 2024
KNOXVILLE, TN — The Summer Fine Art and Antiques sale on July 6 at Case Antiques provided collectors with quality works by many prominent 20th-century artists, many of which sold far above their high estimates. Complete results are available at LiveAuctioneers.
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Top-tier Tiffany Studios lighting headlines at Fontaine’s September 28-29
Auction Central News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
PITTSFIELD, MA — More than 1,000 lots of fine and decorative arts come to market at Fontaine’s Auction Gallery Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29, led by jaw-dropping, top-quality Tiffany Studios lamps and light fixtures. The catalog is now open for early bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
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What Are the Different Types of Jewelry Appraisals
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
APRIL 30, 2024
Ring Appraisal: Ring appraisals focus specifically on assessing the value of rings, taking into account factors such as the quality of the gemstones, metal purity, and craftsmanship. Diamond Appraisal: Diamond appraisals focus on evaluating the quality and value of diamonds based on the famous 4Cs: cut, clarity, color, and carat weight.
Woody returns with another stellar ABCG sale September 7
Auction Central News
AUGUST 31, 2024
The collections come from the late Dr. Richard Byrne of New York, who had an affinity for collecting quality items having sterling silver, and the late Ian Berke of California. DOUGLASS, KS — Woody Auction has announced a dual-collection American Brilliant Cut Glass (ABCG) sale scheduled for Saturday, September 7.
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The Haradin collection of antique mechanical banks and tin toys comes to market August 3 at RSL
Auction Central News
JULY 27, 2024
Known for impeccable quality and a focus on only the finest-known examples, many of the toys were purchased decades […] The post The Haradin collection of antique mechanical banks and tin toys comes to market August 3 at RSL appeared first on Auction Central News.
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Colonial silver, Shaker furniture and Albert Bierstadt headline Eldred’s July 24-26
Auction Central News
JULY 20, 2024
Three star lots symbolize the high level of quality in each of the three days. EAST DENNIS, MA — More than 860 lots of art, antiques and collectibles head to market as Eldred’s brings its Summer Sale July 24, July 25 and July 26.
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Vintage Elegance: Why Vintage Designer Bags are Worth It
Jerry's Antiques and Estates
MAY 7, 2024
Vintage designer bags are appealing due to their distinctive character and high-quality craftsmanship. Each company possesses its own aesthetic and design philosophy, although they all prioritize quality, artistry, and innovation. Jerry’s Antiques provides top-quality vintage designer bags at competitive costs.
How Valuable Are Costume Jewelry Cameos?
WorthPoint
JANUARY 14, 2025
When I wrote about identifying extraordinary cameo jewelry recently, I couldnt help but think about the many lower-quality copies these treasures inspired. Remember that quality and value can vary from item to item, but these are all worth a second glance. Yes, unfortunately, quite a few. Some cameo earrings sell for $5-10 a pair.
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What is a GIA Diamond?
GIA 4Cs
MARCH 21, 2025
GIA is an independent, nonprofit organization that conducts gem research, educates jewelry professionals, and sets the standards for determining gemstone quality. You may have already heard or learned about the 4Cs of diamond quality: color , clarity , cut and carat weight. GIA issues both paper and digital reports.
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Here’s What to Look for in Choosing a Jewelry Appraiser
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
As jewelry appraisers, we carefully examine the quality and authenticity of gemstones, precious metals, and design intricacies to provide an accurate estimate of the jewelry’s value depending on the current market trends in the industry. What is Jewelry Appraisal?
Hake’s Auctions Presents The Jeff Jacob Collection: Jan 6-22
The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles
DECEMBER 5, 2024
We have set the standard for quality collectibles and customer service in the world of popular culture collectibles since 1967. Your satisfaction is always our first priority.
How Do Pawn Shops Appraise Jewelry?: Understanding the Process
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
It is a complex procedure that requires evaluating many aspects, such as the quality, craftsmanship, historical significance, and materials used. Quality Assessment: Detailed appraisals assess the quality of gemstones, metals, and craftsmanship, ensuring transparency in the jewelry's composition and value.
The Essential Guide to Jewelry Appraisal and Insurance
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
DECEMBER 12, 2023
The jewelry appraiser will evaluate your item, taking into consideration the type of metal gemstone, quality, craftsmanship, and market conditions. Enhancing the security measures for your jewelry (using a high-quality safe or installing a home security system) can qualify you for discounts on your insurance premiums.
Understanding Verbal Jewelry Consultation Services
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
DECEMBER 20, 2023
The expert consultant must have the trained eye and expertise to assess gemstone quality, evaluate craftsmanship, and interpret the intricate factors contributing to a jewelry’s market value. Gemstone Assessment Evaluating gemstone color Assessing the cut quality of the gemstone. 24-karats, 18-karats, etc.)
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Exploring Exquisite Finds: Vintage & Rare Asian Green Jade
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
MARCH 18, 2024
Its unique qualities, including toughness, strength, and ultimate charm, make it a rare and precious find. As Jade has spectacular qualities of yielding different colors and could be effortlessly polished to bring out a brilliant glow, people began to carve Jade into ornamental objects & gemstones.
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Passion Assets: A True Love of Collecting
Art Peritus
JANUARY 31, 2025
However, the qualities that make passion assets so precious to collectors also expose them to unique risksrisks often not covered by standard homeowners insurance policies. Several nuanced factors determine the value of passion assets, including rarity, quality, condition, and provenance.
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