First of all, it is very important you find a Trusted Independent Appraiser who is accredited in the specifics of your item. Then you may need to submit details of the item, including images and any complimenting documentation. In some cases, the appraisers may come visit you and your item in person to further authenticate and clarify value. 

At Hobson & Schoon, we have Independent Appraisers for every vertical, meaning no matter the item, we are able to offer an accurate valuation. Our specialists also span across the UK and Europe, so there is always a specialist near you. 

Depending on the item, there can be various preferred routes to sale. It is important that an Independent specialist advises on how best to approach the market. It could be via Auction, Showroom, online platforms or private brokerage. Each case should be assessed by its individual merits. 

At Hobson & Schoon, we will assist in the start to finish process of sale, ensuring your interests are the primary concern throughout. 

At Hobson & Schoon we offer a free consultation to all our clients. Each scenario is unique, so we  tailor our approach accordingly, ensuring the clients needs are put first. 

If the valuation required is for Insurance, we may charge a small fixed fixed fee. In which we provide all the necessities required. 

If valuation is a pre-emption of sale, we may agree a modest commission from sale and thus, include valuation in our fee. 

What is crucial, is that our focus is always client centric as independent advisors. 

Hobson & Schoon are in the fortunate position that we have specialists across the globe. Whether you are in the UK, Portugal or Hong Kong – we have a team of independent advisors ready and waiting to help. 

Reach out to us today, to see how we can help. 

Depending on the Item you are looking to procure, Hobson & Schoon’s brokerage services can help. With more than 5 decades of contacts in various verticals, we can assist and source most collectible items, particularly for those not available through traditional channels. 

Let us know what you’re looking for, and we will do the rest!