Appraisal Articles
Insights on antiques, jewelry, and the appraisal process
Navigating the Minefield: Common Ethical Dilemmas for Personal Property Appraisers
Imagine receiving a call from a client who inherited a collection of antique pocket watches. They're eager to understand their value, but a family member...
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Illuminate Your History: Middle Tennessee's Vintage Lamp Shade & Parts Haven
Imagine the soft glow of a treasured heirloom lamp, its intricate shade casting dancing patterns across your living room. Suddenly, a hairline crack appears, or...
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Navigating Appraisal Review: A Deep Dive into USPAP Standards
Imagine receiving an appraisal report that feels…off. Perhaps the valuation seems too low for a beloved family heirloom, or maybe the descriptions are vague, leaving...
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USPAP Compliance: Mastering the Compliant Appraisal Report
Imagine you've just received a beautifully presented appraisal report for a cherished family heirloom. It details the item's history, condition, and value, offering a sense...
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Unearthing History: Appraising Middle Tennessee's Antique Firearms from Estate Discoveries
The musty scent of aged wood and oil, a familiar perfume to many in Middle Tennessee, often heralds a significant discovery. Imagine a dusty attic,...
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Echoes of the General Store: Vintage Advertising's Charm in Middle Tennessee
I remember a recent appraisal for a client in Franklin. She’d inherited a dusty box from her grandfather’s attic, filled with what she initially dismissed...
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Diamond Inclusions: Your Essential Guide for Accurate Appraisals
Imagine Sarah, a lovely woman in her late sixties, bringing in her grandmother's engagement ring. It’s a beautiful piece, a solitaire diamond that catches the...
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Navigating the Minefield: Common Ethical Dilemmas for Personal Property Appraisers
The phone rings, and it’s Mrs. Gable. She’s inherited her grandmother’s exquisite Victorian mourning brooch, a piece she cherishes for sentimental reasons. She’s not looking...
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Bakelite's Hidden Treasures: Unearthing High-Value Carvings and Figural Masterpieces
Imagine stumbling upon a dusty box in your grandmother’s attic, filled with what looks like old, brightly colored plastic bangles and brooches. You might dismiss...
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