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Provides a value for insurance purposes in the event of loss. The value reflects the cost to replace the quilt with another of like and kind, or reconstruction considering age, quality, and characteristics.
Determines a realistic selling price based on current market conditions.
This reflects the price at which a quilt would change hands between a willing buyer and seller, both informed and under no pressure to act.
Used for tax, donation, and estate purposes.
Value is based on fair market value at the time of donation or distribution and may be used for IRS documentation or estate planning.
Timing requirements may apply for tax-related appraisals.
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$60 per quilt: Meet with Lynn in her home for a professional quilt appraisal, including person inspection, research, and a written appraisal report with photographs.
$60 per quilt: Receive the same professional appraisal at a participating quilt shows, with Lynn donating $5 per each appraisal to the hosting organization. If the organization chooses not to accept donation, the appraisal fee is reduced to $55 per quilt.
$40 per quilt: Learn about your quilt's age, pattern, style, construction, and history, ask questions, and received professional guidance without a written appraisal or official value.