Appraisal and valuation
01
Identification and dating
- Nature of the document and medium
- Period and date of production
- Author, publisher or printer
- Place of publication or distribution
02
Rarity and documentary interest
- Known print run and distribution
- Subject or event depicted
- Rare or uncommon document
- Historical, local or cultural interest
03
Condition
- Quality and fragility of the paper
- Folds, tears and missing parts
- Stains, damp or foxing
- Restorations and interventions
04
Marks and provenance
- Signatures, dedications and annotations
- Addresses, correspondence and notes
- Known provenance of the item
05
Set and coherence
- Series or documentary set
- Collection of newspapers or documents
- Consistency of periods and subjects
- Completeness of files or sets
06
Value and collector interest
- Rarity on the market
- Collector demand
- Historical or documentary importance
- Interest of a complete set
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.