ValueMyStuff

A very easy process, satisfying results. The valuation was thorough and informative. The valuation arrived promptly.

The review was professional but not sure if all items were taken into account. The item for this artist has collection in the museum de Orsay Paris france. But the reviewer could not look a the links provided to see if full review could be made. So it felt the review was half hearted. Again for 25 Euros. I guess that is what we get a half-hearted review

Local appraisers wanted $250. This company did both for $50, sent the reports in less than two days. Insurance company accepted the new values which in my opinion were correct based on my own research.

Thank you- your service was easy and thorough. The appraisal was comprehensive and offered in-depth reasons that justified value.

I've been going to estate sales for years and often struggle with finding accurate and fast appraisals. I discovered ValueMyStuff on an internet search and gave them a shot a rare book I discovered. I took several photos of the book and submitted my request on a Friday. It took about 3 minutes of my time. By Sunday morning I received an email from ValueMyStuff. Not only did they provide me with a fair appraisal, they provided me with a background story about the 1911 rare book and it's author. They are very knowledgeable, professional, and personable. I would recommend them to anyone.

I recently submitted a Uyghur language copy of Mao's Quotations for appraisal. Indeed I received the Valuation Report within 48 hours of my submission - fine.

However, the Valuation Reports contains (a) informational errors (e.g. Wrong publisher) and (b) irrelevant information. (a) I submitted a photo of the colophon details showing the book was published by the National Publishing House, not Foreign Languages Press. (b) The notes section has information on the Chinese editions, autographed copies, and the recollection of a past auction of a dozen first editions in various languages. But the expert was unable to find details of the auction.

I would pay more for an expert to take more time (a week or ten days) to produce an accurate Valuation Report with relevant information. Not a 48 hour rush job. That said, it's a service with potential.

This is such a great service for people like myself who have small ad-hoc items that need identifying and valuing. Simple and straightforward and received the valuation within the timeframe promised.

I expected expert opinion, but received generalised comment. Here it is:

"There appears to be some water or
Condensation damage under the glass.
They are lovely works, but not exceptionally
Rare works.
They may be reverse painted on glass
(actually painted on the inside of the glass).
It is difficult to determine without removing
The backing which we do not recommend."

There is no water condensation! None. Why mentioning something like that, but not telling the year it was made, the name of the artist, what kind of method was used to even paint the picture like this? What is the name of this fine painting and who/what does it represent? They were not helpful at all.

It would offer a little more comfort to know who the valuation expert was together wit a brief resume to understand a little of their experience. The valuation was disappointing and somewhat different to my expectation given i owned what i believed to be authentic certification. Whilst i do not doubt the valuations validly more credibility would come from a personal introduction. Lastly a little more explanation about the the significance of the faces of the Chinese deities which largely lead to the valuers conclusions. This is all the more important for valuations significantly below what was expected.

I needed a written appraisal for some validity on a sale. I sent in 6 to 7 pictures of my item. I had a turnaround response within 48 hours with a very descriptive valuation. This process was perfect for me, and I will be back!

I had a fast response, I think with hindsight it is better to discuss items directly with the reviewer to give an overall picture of the providence of an item, and a further follow-up would have been useful.

They really seem to know their stuff and were dead-on in their knowledge of my item. Website is easy to navigate and their appraisals are fast, a well as being amazingly accurate (as it turns out). Thank you!

I was looking for an assessment of a unique item of mine and chose the 48-hour response option. ValueMyStuff presented an appropriate description and their assessed value well within the time that they proposed.

Took a little longer than 48 hours but no worries. Thorough explanation that was nicely worded. My wife and I aren't collectors, just a couple who found a neat bowl and had an internet connection. Thanks for the fun ride.