Unlocking the Value: A Comprehensive Guide to Appraising Charm Bracelets and Their Tiny Treasures

I remember a client, Mrs. Gable, who brought in a tarnished silver charm bracelet. It had belonged to her grandmother, a woman she’d only known...

Read More

Chrome, Charm, and Cash: The Enduring Allure of Vintage Tennessee License Plates

The other day, old Mr. Abernathy from Franklin brought in a dusty box from his attic. Inside, nestled amongst yellowed newspapers, were a handful of...

Read More

Echoes of the Opry: Unearthing Nashville's Vintage Radio Treasures

I remember a call last week from a woman in Franklin, Tennessee, who had inherited her grandmother’s attic. Dust motes danced in the single shaft...

Read More

Natural vs. Cultured: Unlocking the True Value of Your Pearl Jewelry

Imagine you're helping a client sort through their grandmother's jewelry box, a treasure trove of memories. You pull out a stunning strand of pearls, luminous...

Read More

Shining a Light: Unveiling the Secrets of Pearl Luster and Surface Perfection

I remember a client, a lovely woman named Eleanor, who brought in a strand of pearls that had been her grandmother's. They were beautiful, certainly,...

Read More

Valuation vs. Authentication: Decoding Value and Veracity

You’ve just inherited a magnificent grandfather clock from your aunt. It’s a beautiful piece, intricately carved and with a chime that fills the room with...

Read More

Sapphires: Beyond the Blue – An Appraiser’s Perspective

I remember a client, Sarah, who came to me with a sapphire ring inherited from her grandmother. It was a stunning, deep blue, and she...

Read More

Your Insurance Appraisal: What Policyholders Absolutely Must Know

Imagine this: a fire ravages your home, leaving behind only charred remnants and the devastating realization of what’s lost. Among the smoke and despair, the...

Read More