Are antique prices falling?
Plummeting Prices By some estimates, antique furniture has decreased by 45 percent in total value over the past 15 years. Once-hot commodities struggle to find buyers and, when they do manage to sell, can see up to a 70 percent drop in price.
What kind of appraiser do I need for an antique?
Check to see if the appraiser or appraisal event is limited to a specific type of antique. Sometimes, appraiser may not feel qualified to offer an opinion on all types of collectibles and will limit the scope to jewelry, art, furniture, or another class of antiques.
Where can I get an appraisal on my items?
Here’s how to get your item appraised at an antique show: Find out about antique shows in your area. You can ask around at local antique shops and flea markets if you don’t already know about nearby events. Check into whether the show will offer free professional appraisals.
Where can I get an appraisal on Antiques Roadshow?
Auction houses, such as Sotheby’s and Christie’s, periodically provide free, oral valuations to the public. Search on their websites for “valuation day” or “appraisal day.” To have an item appraised on “Antiques Roadshow,” you’ll need a ticket to an appraisal event.
What to look for when valuing an antique?
One of the most important factors to consider when you place value on an antique is its condition. Even if you locate an item in a price guide, your item must be in comparable condition. To determine value, look for anything that keeps your antique from being considered “like new” or “mint” condition.
How does an appraisal work for an antique?
A specialist will examine each item and offer an auction-value estimate, which is the projected amount the item would fetch at auction. This is a verbal appraisal which means you won’t receive any documents about the item’s value. Typically, these events include a limit on the number of items you can bring.
Here’s how to get your item appraised at an antique show: Find out about antique shows in your area. You can ask around at local antique shops and flea markets if you don’t already know about nearby events. Check into whether the show will offer free professional appraisals.
Where to get free appraisals on Antiques Roadshow?
Gannon’s Antiques & Art offers free valuations on furniture, jewelry, gold and silver, estates, and Asian antiques. To contact them, send an email with photos or fill out their online form. Gannon’s is a sponsor for Antiques Roadshow. Furniture estimates may require seeing the piece in person, however.
What kind of appraisal do I need for a grandfather clock?
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