Friday, July 6, 2018

Violin Appraisal Does Not Have To Be Difficult

By Kenneth Smith


After cleaning out your attic, you realized you had an old violin sitting there collecting dust and you are now wondering what in the world you are going to do with it. You could consider getting a violin appraisal to see its worth. You could then decide whether or not you want to keep it or you want to sell it.

People that are qualified to set a value for it will let you know what their thoughts are on this topic. They have probably spent a lot of time figuring the cost of an instrument like yours. They will base it on what other violins of the same year, shape and size would be worth. It is all done on research and watching the market's patterns.

Try to get the best deal that you can. Ask the professional what they think the best value of your instrument is and then make a decision based off of that information. After you go to several people to get their opinions, you may want to do your own research. You may find the best idea on your own from looking online. You just never know unless you try.

Various websites may offer you some good information. You may be able to trust the appraisers that you have already gone to, but it never hurts to look on your own. You could get some more appraising done over the Internet, too. Look into all of the possibilities.

You could also pay admission to go into a show where people from different places come together to show off their skills at appraising instruments, antiques, or cars. Find out when the next convention like this is happening in your area. Find out what the dates are and the cost to get in. Be willing to get out of your comfort zone so you can meet others and get to know them for friendship and help finding the market value for your instrument.

Do not be afraid to reach out to people that you do not know and try to get to know them. They can be a support to you in ways that you may have not imagined. Network and get to know people there and by word of mouth, you can get your needs met with figuring out the cost of your violin.

You may find a buyer at a trade show. Ask them what they are willing to give you for it. Use your best judgement when it comes to business dealings. It is not fun getting taken advantage of. Trust your gut instinct, too.

Try to do business with honest people. You may have done your networking so well that you now have several people wanting to work with you. Take your time as you make these careful decisions. Do not rush into an important decision that you may regret later.




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