Understanding the various types of jewellery valuations.
An item of jewellery can have several values applied to it depending on the reason you need the valuation. This page is intended to set out some of the more usual purposes and functions of a jewellery appraisal and valuation report. There are of course others but no matter what the intended use of one of our valuations, all will contain the following:
- Item appraisal – Full and detailed descriptions
- Colour photos – Brilliant crisp pictures
- Glossary of terms – No baffling jargon
- Bound in a stylish leatherette folder
- A PDF file of the report sent to your email address for onward transmittal to your insurance company or agent
- Monetary value of the item(s) in line with the valuation purpose and appropriate market
Insurance Replacement Valuation
When the worst happens, an insurance valuation will help you get a full settlement and cut down on delay.
Insurance valuations are used for obtaining insurance cover so that lost or damaged items can be restored, purchased again or, if none of these options is possible, that suitable cash compensation can be obtained. A well written valuation can also help you remember exactly what you had and help your retailer or jewellery craftsman in replacing your lost jewellery.
Probate Valuation
A valuation used in the calculation of Inheritance Tax and to obtain probate of a will.
A probate valuation assists the executor of an estate to obtain probate of a will and enable HM Revenue and Customs to establish the correct amount of estate duty that may be due. Our probate valuation service can be obtained by booking an appointment.
Family Division Valuation
A valuation used to divide property between partners
A valuation can be prepared to assist in property division in the event of a divorce or separation. A valuation can also be prepared to support a pre-nuptial contract. These sensitive issues will always be carried out with the utmost discretion.
Private Sale Valuation
Also known as a Sale Between Parties valuation
This valuation is designed for private individuals wishing guidance to a fair asking price when selling an item or items between themselves. For this valuation to be of help it is customary for the parties involved to agree to be guided by an expert who has no interest in the outcome over and above the fee charged. This valuation will provide a guide to a reasonable price, fair to all sides.
Insurance Replacement Valuation
When the worst happens, an insurance valuation will help you get a full settlement and cut down on delay.
Insurance valuations are used for obtaining insurance cover so that lost or damaged items can be restored, purchased again or, if none of these options is possible, that suitable cash compensation can be obtained. A well written valuation can also help you remember exactly what you had and help your retailer or jewellery craftsman in replacing your lost jewellery.
Probate Valuation
A valuation used in the calculation of Inheritance Tax and to obtain probate of a will.
A probate valuation assists the executor of an estate to obtain probate of a will and enable HM Revenue and Customs to establish the correct amount of estate duty that may be due. Our probate valuation service can be ordered here.
Family Division Valuation
A valuation used to divide property between partners
A valuation can be prepared to assist in property division in the event of a divorce or separation. A valuation can also be prepared to support a pre-nuptial contract. These sensitive issues will always be carried out with the utmost discretion.
Private Sale Valuation
Also known as a Sale Between Parties valuation
This valuation is designed for private individuals wishing guidance to a fair asking price when selling an item or items between themselves. For this valuation to be of help it is customary for the parties involved to agree to be guided by an expert who has no interest in the outcome over and above the fee charged. This valuation will provide a guide to a reasonable price, fair to all sides.
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