Valuation

3 articles

A close-up of a skilled valuer using a magnifying loupe to authenticate a luxury collectible, highlighting the importance of human expertise in preventing fraud.

What is the role of valuers in authenticating luxury collectibles?

Despite a 40% surge in sophisticated luxury goods fraud, reported by the FBI Art Crime Team, 95% of high-value collectible sales still rely on a human expert's physical inspection, not digital tools,

Henry Caldwell·August 5, 2026

A spotlight shines on a priceless ancient artifact in a tense, dimly lit auction house filled with shadowy collectors.

Collectibles

What is Provenance and How Does it Authenticate Luxury Collectibles?

Leonardo da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi, a painting whose authenticity was once debated, sold for an astonishing $450 million in 2017.

Henry Caldwell·May 10, 2026

Close-up of a rare antique pocket watch under a magnifying glass, highlighting intricate details and potential authenticity markers in a luxury setting.

Collectibles

How to Authenticate and Value Rare Collectibles in 2026

The risk of encountering counterfeit items has heightened with the expansion of online marketplaces, creating a complex environment for collectors in 2026.

Henry Caldwell·April 19, 2026