Ann Carrns wrote a very interesting article about “The Specialized Art of the Appraisal” in the New York Times this week. It illustrates how important appraisals can be to collectors in terms of protecting and valuing their collections. Check it out here: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/19/business/choosing-experts-to-appraise-collectibles-and-valuables.html?_r=1&scp=2&sq=appraisals&st=cse