What We Offer
With over 44 years of experience, we provide specialist services for crystal, porcelain, jewellery and collectables [[1]]
Professional Valuation
Free, no-obligation valuations for insurance, probate, sale or family division by our qualified team of valuers [[1]].
- Insurance valuations
- Probate & inheritance
- Pre-sale assessments
- Written reports provided
Authentication
Expert verification of Royal Crown Derby, Lalique, Waterford and other fine collectables with provenance research.
- Maker's marks verification
- Period authentication
- Certificate provision
- Provenance research
Bespoke Sourcing
Can't find that specific Royal Crown Derby pattern or Lalique design? We'll source it through our global network.
- Pattern matching services
- Rare & discontinued items
- Collection completion
- Global dealer network
We Buy Antiques
Looking to sell your Royal Crown Derby, crystal, jewellery or collectables? We offer immediate decisions and discreet service [[4]].
- Immediate decisions
- Discreet valuations
- Part collections considered
- Fair market prices
Expert Consultation
Personal advice on building collections of porcelain, crystal, antique jewellery and coins from our experienced team.
- Collection guidance
- Care & maintenance advice
- Investment insights
- Market knowledge
After-Sales Support
Ongoing support including care advice, documentation assistance, and future valuation updates for your precious pieces.
- Care instructions
- Insurance documentation
- Future valuation updates
- Lifetime relationship
Professional Valuation Services
Our qualified valuers provide meticulous written valuations tailored for insurance and probate purposes [[3]]. With over 44 years of expertise in Royal Crown Derby, Lalique Crystal, Waterford Crystal, antique jewellery, coins and collectables, we deliver accurate, professional assessments you can trust.
- Insurance Valuations: Protect your valuable crystal, porcelain and jewellery with up-to-date valuations reflecting current market values
- Probate & Inheritance: Compassionate, professional valuations for probate, inheritance tax and family division
- Pre-Sale Assessments: Understand the market value of your Royal Crown Derby, Lalique or Waterford pieces before selling
- Written Reports: Detailed documentation with photographs, descriptions and market analysis
- Free Appraisals: Bring your items into our Derby shop for a free, no-obligation appraisal [[14]]
Authentication & Provenance
As Derby's trusted Royal Crown Derby specialists [[4]], we provide expert authentication services for fine porcelain, crystal and collectables. Our team verifies maker's marks, dates pieces accurately, and researches provenance to ensure you're investing in genuine items.
- Royal Crown Derby Verification: Expert identification of patterns, dates and authenticity marks
- Lalique & Waterford Authentication: Verification of French crystal and Irish glass pieces
- Jewellery Authentication: Verification of antique and diamond-set jewellery
- Certificate Provision: Written certificates of authenticity for your records
- Provenance Research: Tracing the history and ownership of significant pieces
Bespoke Sourcing Service
Looking for a specific Royal Crown Derby pattern, a particular Lalique design, or a rare Waterford crystal piece? Our extensive global network and 44+ years of relationships with dealers, auctions and collectors means we can source even the most elusive items.
- Pattern Matching: Complete your Royal Crown Derby or Royal Worcester service with matching pieces
- Rare Finds: Access to discontinued patterns, limited editions and one-of-a-kind collectables
- Collection Completion: Expert guidance to build or complete your collection
- Global Network: Connections across Europe, Asia and the Americas
- Notification Service: We'll alert you when your desired piece becomes available