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Overview
Personal property appraisers research an item, inspect its age, condition, quality and repair needs, then prepare an appraisal report for sale, insurance or related valuation decisions.
In job descriptions, look for appraisal reports, resale value, market research, antiques, used jewellery, art quality, restoration costs, insurance risk and careful documentation of item condition.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
The work usually starts with a specific item, its condition and the purpose of valuation. Books, wine, art, antiques, jewellery and watches require inspection, market comparison and a written appraisal that another party can understand.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes market research, resale value, insurance risk, restoration cost, customer credibility and the ability to explain evidence without overstating certainty. Some work leans toward art, antiques, gems, clocks or musical instruments.
Salary context
Pay context is tied to the value and complexity of items, report responsibility, independence and whether the role handles insurance, sale or damage-assessment decisions. Specialist object knowledge can change expectations.
Career paths
Development can move from assisting with item research and reports to handling complex categories, leading appraisal reviews, supporting insurance assessments or advising on restoration and resale evidence.
Good to know
Check whether a vacancy names the objects being appraised, the report format, insurance or sales purpose, market-research duties and client contact. A clear role separates valuation work from ordinary retail sales.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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Alternative labels
personal items claims adjuster
personal property claims assessor
personal property valuer
personal items valuer
personal property assessor
professional valuer of personal items
personal items valuation professional
professional valuer of personal property
personal items assessor
personal property claims adjuster
Occupation group
Valuers and loss assessors (3315)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/e93b3b49-12e1-4b47-991c-dd4b0aec17d8 |
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| ESCO code | 3315.6 |
| ISCO group | 3315 |
| Concept type | Occupation |