Our appraisal services begin at $250 per hour. As appraisal is a research-based professional service, fees vary depending on the scope and requirements of each assignment. Factors affecting cost include:

• Whether the appraisal is conducted remotely using submitted photographs, videos, and documentation, or through an on-site physical inspection; the complexity of the research required; the availability or absence of provenance documentation; and the intended use of the appraisal.

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• Appraisal types range from verbal value opinions and restricted appraisal reports to comprehensive appraisal reports prepared for museum, IRS, or CRA purposes. Depending on these factors, an assignment may require as little as one hour or extend to multiple hours of research and analysis.

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• The table below provides general guidance on valuation and appraisal costs. For collections, mass appraisals, or assignments involving more than three items, an agreed service fee and applicable discounts may be offered.