Appraisal and valuation
01
Identification
- Brand, shop sign or subject
- Period and production era
- Maker or origin
- Size and purpose of the sign
02
Graphic design and manufacture
- Typography and layout
- Colours and design
- Enamelling technique
- Quality and thickness of the enamel
03
Rarity and variants
- Sought-after or uncommon model
- Series or production variant
- Special size or version
- Known print run or distribution
04
Condition
- Chips and missing enamel
- Scratches and distortions
- Oxidation and corrosion
- Restorations or retouching
05
Marks and provenance
- Maker’s marks
- Inscriptions and numbers
- Known provenance
- History of use or display
06
Value and collector interest
- Rarity on the market
- Collector demand
- Advertising or historical interest
- Interest of a set or series
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.