- Understand the difference between insurance value, fair market value,
and donation value.
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- Understand differences between an appraisal, written documentation,
and research.
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- Establish a circa date for any quilt.
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- Determine fabric fiber content.
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- Recognize and describe construction techniques and type of binding or
edge finish.
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- Determine the quality of construction techniques and the quality of
quilting and the effect on value.
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- Determine the condition of a quilt and recognize alteration,
conservation, or restoration.
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- Recognize major historical trends and influences in quilt making.
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- Determine the effect of visual impact on the value of a quilt.
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- Recognize and record appropriate provenance.
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- Use accepted appraisal practices, procedures, and vocabulary when
dealing with a client.
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- Have enough knowledge/experience to set realistic values on quilts
and quilted textiles which can be substantiated in a court of law.
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- Recognize personal limits of knowledge, abilities, and experience and
be willing to refer clients accordingly.
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- Purchase official embosser and use AQS appraisal forms.
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- Use recommended AQS appraisal forms or forms that comply to USPAP
standards.
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