Consignment

If you are considering a sale of your property through Shaneybrook's, we invite you to:

• What is the difference between a consignment sale estimate and an appraisal or valuation?
• How can I get an consignment sale estimate on my piece(s)?
• Request a consignment sale appraisal / estimate.
• Learn why Shaneybrook's is the correct choice.

Shaneybrook's also offers advice regarding personal property assets to private clients, trusts, estates, and institutions. Our appraisals are widely accepted by the Internal Revenue Service, tax and estate planning professionals, and insurance firms.

What is the difference between a consignment sale estimate and an appraisal or valuation?

A consignment sale estimate is a range of prices (e.g. $1,200-2,000) that Shaneybrook's specialists believe a piece might bring if promoted for private sale or auction. Appraisals and valuations are formal documents to be used for estate tax and planning, insurance, charitable contribution and other special purposes.

How can I get an consignment sale estimate on my piece(s)?

Choose one of the following methods:

• Send an email or postal mail with detailed information on your piece(s) (please continue reading below).
• Bring the item to our main office in Parkton, Maryland. Please remember to email or call ahead -- appointments are required. Specialists are not available without appointment.
• Ship your item to our main office in Parkton, Maryland. Please email or call to make arrangements. We can provide shipping company suggestions and packing recommendations for the best protection of your item(s). Shipping and receiving arrangements must be made in advance with a consignment evaluation number (CEN). Shipments without a CEN will be refused.

How do I get an appraisal/valuation on my piece(s)?

Formal appraisals and valuations are coordinated through our licensed in-house agent. Please visit the appraisal section of our site for more information.

Request a consignment sale appraisal / estimate.

We are always pleased to offer, at no charge, our opinion of the likely value of your property if offered for consignment with Shaneybrook's. Please keep in mind the following:

• It can take approximately 4-6 weeks for our specialists to research and respond to a consignment estimate request.
• Shaneybrook's offers consignment estimates solely on the type of property we market and sell. For those areas in which we do not specialize or for items that fall below Shaneybrook's minimum consignment values, we are not able to give consignment estimates or any other information.
• Consignment sale estimates are, of course, subject to changes within the current market. They are also subject to change based on firsthand inspection of your property.
• Consignment sale estimates do not constitute a formal appraisal of the fair market value of property and are not generally suitable for insurance or other purposes.
• Shaneybrook's consignment sale estimates are soley for your personal information and may not be relied upon, copied, or distributed for any purpose without prior written consent.

If you would like to send a consignment sale inquiry on your property, to the best of your ability, please include the following information:

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Shaneybrook's: the correct choice.

Unparalleled client service and unrivaled experience have made Shaneybrook's the respected choice for consignors. Prices achieved by Shaneybrook's often exceed expectations and generally achieve consistently impressive totals.

Estimates are based on the condition, rarity and history of an object, as well as a careful evaluation of recent prices realized for similar objects, taking into account the current state of the market.

A unique and tailor-made strategy to obtain optimal returns for property draws on Shaneybrook's wealth of resources, experienced specialists to evaluate and catalog individual objects, collections, and an extensive database of potential buyers around the world provides the the largest opportunity to succeed in representing your property for sale.

Whether expanding our weaving and service operations, infrastructure or exploring cyberspace, Shaneybrook's continues to demonstrate innovation and responsiveness to the needs of our ever-expanding clientele. As our clients' needs and collecting taste evolve, Shaneybrook's flexibility and unwavering focus on expertise and client service will remain our hallmarks well into the 21st century.

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