- Probate & Estate Valuations
A confidential probate valuation for jewellery, watches, silver, and antiques in one visit.
We provide executors, families, and probate solicitors with a single confidential valuation across jewellery, watches, silver, art, and antiques — with same-day payment if you choose to sell, and no obligation either way.
- 30+ Years' Combined Experience
- Every Category, One Visit
- Same-Day Settlement
- How It Works
A confidential estate valuation in three steps
No pressure, no obligation to sell — just a clear, professional valuation to support the estate, on your timeline.
Visit or Photograph
Arrange a home visit for the full estate, or send photographs of specific items — our specialists assess jewellery, watches, silver, art, and more in a single appointment.
Valuation
Our specialists assess the piece and return a free, no-obligation offer, typically within hours.
Settlement
If you choose to sell, receive same-day payment by bank transfer, with funds available promptly for estate administration.
- Understanding the Process
What we consider when valuing an estate
Estate valuations bring their own considerations, alongside the maker, period, and condition factors relevant to any single item.
Breadth of Categories
Jewellery, watches, silver, art, and antique furniture are all valued together, without needing separate specialists for each.
Maker & Period
As with any single-category sale, maker, period, and craftsmanship remain the biggest factors in each item's value.
Condition & Completeness
Condition is assessed item by item, with sets and collections valued as a whole where relevant.
Confidentiality
Valuations are conducted privately, without public listing or exposure, respecting the family's circumstances.
Timing
We can work to a solicitor's timeline where a valuation is needed to support a specific disclosure deadline.
Clear Documentation
A clear, itemised valuation summary can be provided to support the executor's own records.
- Private Valuation Appointments
Arrange a confidential visit or send photographs
- No fees or commission on private sales
- Response within 24 hours
- Entirely confidential — never publicly listed
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- What We Value
Every category, assessed independently
Rather than bringing in a separate specialist for each category, our team assesses the full breadth of an estate in a single visit.
Antique & Fine Jewellery
Watches
Gold & Precious Metals
Silverware
Fine Art
Violins & Bows
Chinese & Asian Art
Luxury Accessories
Rare Works & Decorative Objects
What our clients say
“A seamless experience from start to finish. Immediate offer, discreet meeting, and superb service.”
Surrey
Private client
“A seamless experience from start to finish. Immediate offer, discreet meeting, and superb service.”
Surrey
Private client
“A seamless experience from start to finish. Immediate offer, discreet meeting, and superb service.”
Surrey
Private client
- Testimonials
Discretion, expertise, immediacy
Free, Confidential Valuations
No obligation, no public exposure — assessed entirely in private.
Same-Day Offers & Payment
Accept a valuation and receive funds the same day, by bank transfer or cash.
Every Category, One Visit
No need to coordinate separate specialists for jewellery, silver, art, and more.
Fully Insured Collection
Home visits, hotel appointments, or insured postal packs — across the UK and Europe.
- Why Sell to Us
Auction versus private sale
- The Comparison
Selling through auction can mean a long wait and significant deductions before any proceeds reach you. Here’s how a private sale with us typically compares.
Feature
Total Received
Traditional Auction
Up to 3 months
30–35 days
~15% + VAT + insurance
Additional Fees Apply
~35% Added — Reduces Bidding
Regent Street Antiques
✅ Same-day
✅ Immediate
✅ £0
✅ £0
✅ No Impact — Direct Offer
✅ Up to 100%
Figures reflect typical industry averages for seller fees, buyer’s premium, and settlement timelines at traditional auction. Individual auction houses vary — we’re happy to talk through your specific comparison.
- Ways to proceed
Whatever suits the estate
Every option below is free, confidential, and fully insured.
- Frequently Asked
Estate valuations, clarified
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