At some point, anyone who owns an autographed photo of a celebrity has considered appraising it for full value, either out of curiosity or because they are considering selling the autographed photo. The problem is that many people don’t even know where to start when it comes to evaluating a photo.
Before having your photo appraised, which will usually cost you money, you need to make sure that the photo in question is authentically autographed. When appraising a photo, the authenticity of the signature will be checked. However, if you want the appraisal to move quickly and not take more time than you are willing to spend, you should seriously make sure that the autograph on your celebrity photo is 100 percent authentic before taking it to appraisal. You will also want to bring a certificate of authenticity with you.
The best place to start, once you’re sure your photo is authentic, is to look for certified appraisal agencies that have a proven track record and a good reputation. Most people will start by contacting local appraisal services. However, when it comes to celebrity photos, you should consider consulting an entertainment specialist. If possible, you may want to take a journey to discover the real value of your photo. The leading entertainment appraisal experts are based in California.
However, you may be able to find a local appraisal agency in your area that specializes in entertainment items. Still, before anyone appraises a photo, you should check with the appraisal service. The best place to start is with the Better Business Bureau. Contact them with the name and location of the appraisal service you plan to use. They will be able to tell you if that service has ever been reported as not being honest or trustworthy. They can also tell you if it has received high ratings from consumers.
To determine the exact value of your autographed celebrity photo, you must have it appraised by more than one service or person. Some appraisal services have been known to quote prices lower than actual value in an attempt to buy the photo from you and then deliver it at a higher cost. So you should always have your photo evaluated by multiple agencies to make sure you’re getting the same or close to the same numbers.
When evaluating your autographed photo, you’ll also want to make sure you get the evaluations in writing. This is important when trying to sell the photo. Most buyers will want to see proof of the item’s value before making a purchase. If you are only receiving the assessment for your own knowledge, you will want to consider doing this annually. All entertainment memorabilia increases or decreases in value over time.
It is vitally important to always have your celebrity photo appraised and also to protect your photo from any damage.