There are many circumstances in which a professional jewellery valuation may be required. These can include Insurance Replacement, Probate, Private Sale, Divorce, or Family Division.
There are many circumstances in which a professional jewellery valuation may be required. These can include Insurance Replacement, Probate, Private Sale, Divorce, or Family Division.
Insurance Replacement Valuations
One of the most commonly requested valuation types, prepared specifically for insurance purposes. Values are based on the cost of replacing the item with a comparable piece within the appropriate retail market.
Post-Loss Assessments
In the unfortunate event that an item has been lost and no current valuation exists, a post-loss assessment may be required. While not a formal valuation, this independent estimate is based on the information available and can be submitted to your insurer to support a replacement claim.
Probate Valuations (Confirmation of Will in Scotland)
Prepared for Inheritance Tax assessment by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), probate valuations are required by the executor of an estate. These values reflect the likely achievable open market value of the jewellery at the date of death, in accordance with Section 160 of the Inheritance Act 1984.
Division of Assets Valuations
Commonly required in cases of divorce or separation, this valuation assists in the fair division of jewellery assets. It may also be used when distributing jewellery to beneficiaries as part of estate planning.
Sale by Private Treaty
Prepared when an item is to be sold privately between two parties. This valuation typically reflects the open market value unless otherwise instructed.
Other Valuation Services
We also provide specialist valuations for:
Cash Liquidation
Immediate Sale
Loan Security
Forced Sale
Capital Gains Tax
All valuations are prepared independently and in accordance with the highest professional standards.
Postal Valuations
Grade Reports
Pre-Purchase Assessments
Expert Witness Legal Reports
Repair Advisory
Home Visits
Secure collection & delivery service
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