Valuation for other purposes
At Van Spengen Auction House, we understand that appraisals and opinions can serve multiple purposes.
Our certified registered appraisers can provide you with a valuation for auction, probate, insurance or inheritance tax purposes. Appraisals and reports are made according to the guidelines and advice of the Federation TMV.
For further information on appraisals for probate, insurance or inheritance tax purposes, please contact us .

Appraisal Services
- Insurance: Your art, jewelry, antiques and valuables properly and accurately insured in accordance with Art. 7:960 of the Civil Code.
- Distribution among parties: In the case of distribution among multiple parties, such as a divorce or estate, we offer independent appraisals.
- Inheritance tax: An official valuation report may be required for inheritance tax returns.
Expertise
Our registered appraisers are members of the Federation of Appraisers, Brokers and Auctioneers (TMV). Membership in TMV requires proven professionalism, expertise and discretion. So you can rely on the highest standard of service and integrity.
Officially recognized valuation report
If we perform an official valuation for you, you will receive a report made according to the guidelines and advice of the Federation TMV. These reports are accepted by all official agencies (e.g. tax authorities, insurance companies and notary offices). For the preparation of official valuation reports and valuations (other than for auction) we charge the following rates.
Appraisal rates for other purposes
Per hour: € 150 (excluding VAT) (with a minimum rate of € 450).
Travel time per hour € 75 (within a radius of 20 km, no travel time is charged)
When appropriate, such as for specific expertise in a particular subfield or when we are preparing our auctions, we will refer you to other TMV certified appraisers.
Why Choose Van Spengen Auctioneers?
- Experience and expertise: Our appraisers have years of experience, current market knowledge and in-depth expertise in art, antiques, jewelry, watches, silver, design and valuables.
- Discretion and reliability: We treat every appraisal with the utmost care and confidentiality.
- Widely recognized: Our appraisal reports are recognized by all relevant agencies and insurance companies.
Do you have questions or would you like to make an appointment for an appraisal? Please feel free to contact us.
Contact
Koninginneweg 25
1217 KR Hilversum
Prefer direct contact?
Call us at +31 (35) 640 09 89 to speak with one of our staff members.
Send us an email
For written questions or comments, please feel free to send an e-mail to info@vanspengen.com. We aim to respond to all your messages as soon as possible.
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