Why get an antique appraisal? Other than simply being curious about the value of that old Albert Ernest Carrier Belleuse in the attic, an antique appraisal provides a written estimate of the value of an item.
More and more people choose Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations when it comes to antique appraisals in Alpharetta. Why? For one reason; honesty. Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations is known for our outstanding reputation for uncompromising honesty, integrity, professionalism, and service.
The antique field is extremely vast with many different areas of expertise to master. Because of this, we believe in on going training. We can never learn enough. Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations is a proud associate member of the International Society of Appraisers, (www.isa-appraisers.org), a federally-recognized organization dedicated to advancing the professionalism and effectiveness of personal property appraisers. This along with attending training classes and seminars, we’ve built a very strong team of appraisers.
Think you’ve got something of value and need an appraisal in Alpharetta? We’ll be glad to take a look. But there are a few things you should keep in mind. One thing that can ruin a perfectly good antique is the improper cleaning of an item. Lack of knowledge is always to blame. But that’s not your fault. We’ve been taught how to clean and scrub since we were young, unfortunately, that type of cleaning often wreaks havoc on an antique.
When you need an Alpharetta antique appraisal for item you think may be of value, first take it in to be evaluated before you try cleaning it. A trained eye can look beneath the dirt, dust, and mildew to seek out a value without damaging the piece.
If you think you may have an item which includes or is made out of jade, marble, ivory, or horn, you should first take it in for an appraisal. If it is indeed an item of value, you must take note to properly care for it. Jade, marble, ivory, and horn should be lightly dusted with a dry, soft cloth or a soft brush. Although these items may look sturdy, they are often delicate and should be handled very carefully. Never expose these objects to direct sunlight which makes them dry and brittle.
When looking for an antique appraisal in Alpharetta for your antique furniture, never polish it before brining it in. As a matter of fact, never polish or clean your antique furniture with commercial cleaning products or polishes. A soft cloth sprayed with a mild glass cleaner is recommended.
Sometimes people looking for appraisals in Alpharetta will bring in china that looks as if it has rust stains on it. We advise them to never use rust removal products on china. It can remove the protective coating or glaze on a piece, greatly reducing its value. And any crystal items with a gold or platinum band also should not be exposed to calcium, lime, or rust removers. These products can stain or permanently change the color of the metal-banding.
It only takes a split second to turn a rare item of great interest and value into something worth nothing. Knowing exactly what you have and how to care for it is essential in maintaining the integrity of your piece for generations to come.
Looking for an appraisal in Alpharetta? Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations has the knowledge and skills to appraise just about anything. We appraise it all. We’ll always give you an honest appraisal and trustworthy information on a piece based on our research. And if we don’t know, we will tell you. We won’t mislead you in any way. We conduct our business with honesty and integrity.
Our experience in the complex field of antiques extends to antique furniture, books, fine art, collectibles, china, sterling silver, estate jewelry, modern furniture, musical instruments, household items, tools, scientific instruments, glassware, ceramics, and automobiles. Our expertise is forever growing by the many seminars and training classes our staff attends. The more we learn, the better we serve you!
When looking for an appraisal in Alpharetta, remember the professionals at Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations. We’re here to give you an honest and reliable quote every time.
Aardvark Antiques and Estate Liquidations offers professional appraisals of antiques and/or personal property by an accredited appraiser for insurance, estate liquidation, or antique value purposes. Why not hire us to provide complete, accurate, and reliable information at a reasonable hourly market rate?
Our services not only include Alpharetta appraisals, but also appraisals for Atlanta and surrounding areas including Buford, Cumming, Decatur, Duluth, Norcross, and Sandy Springs. Please contact us for more information.
Deductions Over $500 But Not Over $5,000
If you claim a deduction over $500 but not over $5,000 for a noncash charitable contribution, you must have the acknowledgment and written records described under Deductions of At Least $250 But Not More Than $500. Your records must also include:
How you got the property, for example, by purchase, gift, bequest, inheritance, or exchange,
The approximate date you got the property or, if created, produced, or manufactured by or for you, the approximate date the property was substantially completed, and
The cost or other basis, and any adjustments to the basis, of property held less than 12 months and, if available, the cost or other basis of property held 12 months or more. This requirement, however, does not apply to publicly traded securities.
If you are not able to provide information on either the date you got the property or the cost basis of the property and you have a reasonable cause for not being able to provide this information, attach a statement of explanation to your return.
Deductions Over $5,000
If you claim a deduction of over $5,000 for a charitable contribution of one property item or a group of similar property items, you must have the acknowledgment and the written records described under Deductions Over $500 But Not Over $5,000. In figuring whether your deduction is over $5,000, combine your claimed deductions for all similar items donated to any charitable organization during the year.
Generally, you must also obtain a qualified written appraisal of the donated property from a qualified appraiser. See Deductions of More Than $5,000 in Publication 561 for more information.
Charles Pharr Jr. AAI/ISA
Aardvark Antiques.com
Isa-Appraisers.org