How much does it cost to get a violin appraised?

Instrument Appraisals Most appraisers charge a fee for a verbal appraisal which is based on a percentage of the value of the instrument as determined by the appraiser. Fees will typically run between $35.00 (minimum) and about $200.00 (maximum). Additional instruments or bows are often included at a discounted rate.

How do I get an old violin appraised?

For such an appraisal, we recommend that you have your instrument examined by a reliable violin dealer in your area. Although we are not allowed to recommend a particular appraiser, we suggest you contact the American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers, Inc. to obtain a membership list.

How do you sell a valuable violin?

When you’re looking to sell your fine violin (or a viola or cello), consignment to a notable violin shop may be the most lucrative option. Although auctions and eBay might seem like a good idea, seekers of fine instruments rarely do their looking online.

How do you tell who made a violin?

Violin labels The label might tell you who made your violin. You can find a label inside the (usually) left hand f-hole in the violin. Not all violins have labels, and you may have to blow away the dust and move the violin under the light to see whether yours does.

Where can I sell my old violin?

How do you date an old violin?

To most people, anything over 5 years is old – cars, television, and grandma. So of course a violin that is 50 or 100 years old seems very old. However, in the violin business, 100 years old is actually termed and considered “modern”. To be considered truly old, an instrument should be from 1800-1850 or earlier.

How do I identify my violin?

The label might tell you who made your violin. You can find a label inside the (usually) left hand f-hole in the violin. Not all violins have labels, and you may have to blow away the dust and move the violin under the light to see whether yours does.

Where is the best place to sell a violin?

Even in the age of Ebay, consigining your violin, viola or cello at a trusted local violin shop, with their large client base, remains the best decision. When you’re looking to sell your fine violin (or a viola or cello), consignment to a notable violin shop may be the most lucrative option.

How much do used violins sell for?

$600 – $1000 A higher grade of timber is used, and so more highly skilled labour is required (resulting in a higher quality of workmanship). These violins are hand-finished and better parts are used, which further improves the quality of the instrument.

How can I tell what model my violin is?

You can find a label inside the (usually) left hand f-hole in the violin. Not all violins have labels, and you may have to blow away the dust and move the violin under the light to see whether yours does. Many labels are fake, but even fake labels might give an idea of who made the violin.

How do I know if my violin is antique?

The first way to tell if your instrument is old (modern), old (actually old) or fake old, is to look for a neck graft. Old violins (and violas and cellos) have neck grafts because they were crafted in an era when instruments had shorter necks.

What is a copy of a Stradivarius violin worth?

Anywhere from $50 to $50,000 depending on its maker.

How do I sell my old violin?

What makes a Hopf violin so special?

Nicely carved scroll and accurately inlaid purfling. This violin from the famous Hopf ateliers in Klingenthal, Saxony, is an outstanding antique instrument with a wonderful sound that is superior to many other violins sharing the same provenance.

How do I get my violin appraised?

For such an appraisal, we recommend that you have your instrument examined by a reliable violin dealer in your area. Although we are not allowed to recommend a particular appraiser, we suggest you contact the American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers, Inc. to obtain a membership list.

Why do violins have facsimile labels?

Often a disciple placed a facsimile label in his violin to acknowledge or honor the master whose model had inspired his work. Also, commercially made instruments often bear facsimile labels to identify the model of the product.