{"id":34961,"date":"2025-04-14T04:53:25","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T11:53:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/appraiseantiques.com\/?page_id=34961"},"modified":"2025-04-22T12:16:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T19:16:12","slug":"faq-guides","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/appraiseantiques.com\/faq-guides\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ \/ Guides"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/appraiseantiques.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/rectangle_1176_1x.jpg\" alt=\"APPRAISE ANTIQUES\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"592\" width=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/appraiseantiques.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/rectangle_1176_1x.jpg 570w, https:\/\/appraiseantiques.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/rectangle_1176_1x-289x300.jpg 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" title=\"APPRAISE ANTIQUES\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h1>\n\t\t\tExplore Our Antique Valuation Knowledge Hub\n\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t<p>Navigating the world of antiques can often feel like stepping into a treasure trove of history, artistry and mystery. Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned collector or just beginning your journey into the past, our FAQ and Guides page is here to illuminate the path.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t<h2>\n\t\t\tQuick Answers to Common Inquiries\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<p>Our expertly curated resources are designed to answer your most pressing questions about antique valuation:<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<h3>What&#8217;s the Difference Between an Online Valuation and a Written Appraisal?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Online Valuation<br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>$10 per item<\/li>\n<li>Based on your submitted photos and details<\/li>\n<li>Fast turnaround (usually within 48 hours)<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for resale, downsizing, curiosity, or friendly disputes<\/li>\n<li>Not valid for insurance, tax, or legal purposes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Written Appraisal<br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>$250\/hour + $1.25\/mile travel round trip<\/li>\n<li>In-person inspection followed by in-office research<\/li>\n<li>Delivered as a USPAP\/ISA-compliant legal document<\/li>\n<li>Required for estate tax, donations, insurance riders, and court matters<\/li>\n<li>Completed within 3-6 weeks from inspection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>What Can Nora Appraise?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Nora Knows items across all eras and genres, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fine art (paintings, prints, drawings)<\/li>\n<li>China, porcelain, glass, pottery<\/li>\n<li>Books, textiles, silver, jewelry<\/li>\n<li>Furniture, lighting, sculptures, collectibles, toys, dolls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<i>Exclusions:<\/i> coins, paper money, postal stamps, firearms, Persian rugs.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>How Do I Submit an Item for Online Valuation?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Start by taking <b>clear, in-focus photos<\/b> and noting dimensions. Here&#8217;s what Nora needs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Art<\/b>: front, back (in frame), signature, tags, dimensions<\/li>\n<li><b>Objects<\/b>: front, back, underside, marks or stamps<\/li>\n<li><b>Books<\/b>: cover, spine, full title\/publisher page(s)<\/li>\n<li><b>Dolls<\/b>: full image, height, identifying marks or tags, usually on back of neck<\/li>\n<li><b>Flatware<\/b>: front\/back of fork or spoon, handle, maker&#8217;s mark<\/li>\n<li><b>China Sets<\/b>: photo of plate front\/back, total count, maker&#8217;s mark, total number of pieces<\/li>\n<li><b>Furniture<\/b>: full front image, tags inside drawers, joinery (if requested)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t know what you&#8217;ve got? Photos of the front, back, and bottom are usually a great place to start.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>What Other Services Does Nora Offer?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Live Thrift Walkthrough $100 \/ 30 mins<br \/><\/b>Real-time video call while you&#8217;re treasure hunting &#8211; get expert eyes on what you&#8217;re finding, instantly.<br \/><b>Sale Listing Write-Up $5 \/ item<br \/><\/b>After your $10 valuation, Nora will write a clear, keyword-optimized listing to help you sell your item online.<br \/><b>Phone Consultation &#8211; $35 \/ 10-20 mins<br \/><\/b>Prefer a phone call? Nora will walk you through what you need to know in a one-on-one voice consult.<br \/><b>Estate Tag Sale Help &#8211; $200 \/ hour<br \/><\/b>Doing your own estate sale? Nora will guide you step-by-step via phone or video on pricing, setup, and strategy.<br \/><b>Roadshow style event &#8211; $800 \/ 5 hours<br \/><\/b>For hosting an event at your institution, club or business, do it Roadshow style and bring people to your business for a Discovery Day by charging each person per item and Nora will identify and value their items.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/appraisal-services\/#service\">Click Here to Schedule a Qualification Call<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>How to Prepare for a Written Appraisal<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Choose which items to appraise<\/li>\n<li>Make items accessible (closets, attic, storage)<\/li>\n<li>Unpack drawers and boxes<\/li>\n<li>Group like items together<\/li>\n<li>Separate sterling from plate if possible<\/li>\n<li>Remove wall art and prop safely<\/li>\n<li>Gather documentation: receipts, certificates, wills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Proper prep saves time and your money.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>What Makes a Professional Appraisal Report?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Every compliant report includes:<br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clear purpose and intended use<\/li>\n<li>Defined markets and methods used<\/li>\n<li>Descriptions that stand on their own (even without photos)<\/li>\n<li>Dates of inspection and valuation<\/li>\n<li>USPAP certification and appraiser&#8217;s qualifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Avoid appraisers who&#8230;<br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Offer handwritten or unsigned reports<\/li>\n<li>Charge based on item value<\/li>\n<li>Lack training, credentials, or transparency<\/li>\n<li>Intend to purchase your items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<h2>\n\t\t\tDiscover Our Expertise\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<p>Leverage our expert appraisal services to gain accurate valuations and insights for your art and antique collections. 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