Appraisal and valuation
01
Identification
- Type of toy and function
- Brand, maker or publisher
- Period and production era
- Model, series or reference
02
Rarity and variants
- Limited or sought-after production
- Model variants
- First editions or special versions
- Rare or uncommon piece
03
Box and accessories
- Original box
- Instructions, accessories and extras
- Labels and documents
- Completeness of the set
04
Condition and working order
- General condition of the toy
- Wear, dents or restorations
- Mechanisms and working order
- Condition of paint and decoration
05
Marks and provenance
- Maker’s markings
- Numbers or references
- Known provenance
- Storage history
06
Value and collector interest
- Rarity on the market
- Collector demand
- Interest of the brand or model
- Interest of a set or collection
What can be valued?
I can examine single items as well as sets or collections. Available information on period, origin, condition, provenance and composition helps refine identification and valuation.
How to prepare your request
A few clear photos, a general view of the object and, where possible, close-ups of signatures, marks, inscriptions or labels allow a first analysis. For a large collection, an appointment can be arranged to examine the pieces on site.
Purchase and travel
After identification and valuation, a cash purchase offer can be made. For large collections, a free visit can also be arranged.