APPRAISAL INFORMATION
Costume Jewelry Appraisals
Pamela Siegel is an experienced appraiser trained by the International Society of Appraisers. She is also considered to be an expert on a wide range of vintage and fashion jewelry having authored "Warman's Costume Jewelry" and many articles on related topics for both online and print-based publications.
If you're seeking costume jewelry appraisals, she can accommodate your requests on a piece by piece basis. The cost is $14.99 per item, payable via PayPal.
After you make your payment, she will gladly contact you to obtain photographs and all the pertinent information required to appraise your costume jewelry item. You will then be provided with a written estimation of value by email that includes any historical details and dating information available. Note: This is not a written appraisal for insurance purposes.
What If the item is out of Pamela's scope of expertise? Your payment will promptly be refunded.
Appraise It Yourself on Worthpoint.com
Pamela has been contributing to Worthpoint.com's resources for several years now. As a writer for the site's extraordinary Dictionary and penning weekly Blog articles, she's shared literally hundreds of features designed to help inform vintage shoppers and collectors alike.
She doesn't just write for the site, though, she uses it as well. The Worthpoint Price Guide holds a multitude of auction records and it's one of the many tools she uses personally to determine values for antique and vintage items before she puts them up for sale.
If you have a large collection of items that you need to value, or you're a regular reseller of vintage goods like Pamela, it may make sense for you to subscribe to Worthpoint, too.
In addition to the Price Guide, you'll have access to a Library of books on collectibles, many of which are now out of print. Ready to get started? Click on the link below for more information!
Other Appraisals Via JustAnswer
While Pamela is only working for JustAnswer as an appraiser occasionally these days, she does recommend the service for estimations of value for other types of antiques and collectibles beyond costume jewelry.
JustAnswer vets appraisers to ensure they have the background and credentials required to give pertinent information and values for a wide array of antiques and vintage wares. The cost can vary depending on whether you need a single appraisal or a monthly subscription that allows numerous items to be appraised one by one.
For the best experience, be sure to share your specific needs in the chat section when you visit the site.