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We have cherished gems since the beginning of time, using them as symbols of royalty and wealth, or giving them as gifts to show deep love and adoration. All gems are beautiful, interesting, and timeless, but some are significantly superior to others, some being very uncommon and hard to find. So, it’s good to know […]
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STERLING SILVER, SILVERPLATE AND THE SILVER APPRAISAL Marks on precious metals have been regulated by law since ancient times. From pharaohs, Roman emperors and continuing today, fineness, or standard marks, have been used to guarantee minimum amounts of precious metal in relation to non-precious metal. At least that is the theory. But while most governments
The vast world of personal property (tangible assets) includes most of the things that are a part of our everyday life. If they are in our personal space, we see them, touch them, enjoy them when we wake up and look around our residence in the morning and probably at least glance at them up
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A Lladro appraisal is a fairly common occurrence for the ValuePros team. To many people around the world, the name Lladro conjures up delicate and colorful porcelain figurines; the country of Spain; and even perhaps thoughts of culture because most of the figurines are reflective of centuries past in their costuming and lifestyle. The story
If something can break, bend, crack, fold, mutilate, disintegrate, malfunction, infect or explode, there is someone, somewhere who can explain how and why. As a time-tested and experienced Expert Witness, I am often asked to participate in legal actions. In our world of busy life-styles, there are litigation consultants on hundreds of issues ranging from
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In the real world of art what is the difference, in terms of value, between a signed versus unsigned paintings by an artist?
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HOW DO YOU KNOW IF AN ORIENTAL RUG IS AUTHENTIC There are about four different clues that most anyone can follow to determine whether a rug is authentic. The best place to start is to examine the basic construction of the top of the rug by simply separating the pile with your fingers until you
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Recent catastrophic weather events have brought to light how a lifetime of wealth accumulation can be destroyed in a moment. Whether by nature’s havoc, fire, a burst pipe, or theft, all valuables, both monetary and sentimental can be significantly damaged or destroyed. As general personal property appraisers a growing segment of our service is certifying
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We offer a special discounted fee schedule for updating previously certified appraisal values from a qualified report. Your updated report will be USPAP compliant as required by insurers, government agencies, and the courts. Contact us to discuss your fee As more look to invest in art – sending art prices skyrocketing – collectors need to
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Enchanting French provincial giltwood mirror. Rectangular central mirror plate framed by a scrolled gadrooned outer frame, interspersed with floral vines and leaves. The crest comprises an overscale neo-classical giltwood urn inside a shaped framing arch, 68×39
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