Appraisers

play a crucial role in providing reliable, objective assessments of the value of high dollar items, which are essential for various purposes including insurance, estate planning, or buying and selling. Engaging an appraiser may provide peace of mind that these valuable and often irreplaceable possessions could be adequately protected. That is a key reason to reach out to Sands of Time Appraisals.

Payment, Layaway & Returns

 

PAYMENT
Sands of Time accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, checks, bank transfer or international money orders in US dollars. Items are dispatched within 24 hours during normal gallery hours upon notification of cleared funds.
 
PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A non-refundable deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon ordering.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.  The system will confirm your order but you will not receive a deposit request.   We will send you a payment request via PayPal to make the initial 15% payment.  Please note: unfortunately the payment request is not yet automated so you may not receive the request immediately. (We're working on it!).
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  
Cancellation of your layaway purchase will incur a 15% restocking fee. If you exchange or trade up an item purchased while on layaway, a 10% restocking fee will be charged on the original purchase.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518.  

 

REFUNDS & EXCHANGES 
Any item may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a refund or credit towards another item in our gallery providing we determine the item to be in “as purchased” condition.  If requesting a refund, a 15% restocking fee will be applicable to cover shipping, credit card processing fees and administrative costs.

 

Sands of Time Appraisals

has the specialized knowledge and expertise in assessing the value of fine art, antiques, and jewelry, among other items. Sands of Time Appraisals consider factors such as an artist's reputation, rarity of the piece, quality of materials, provenance (history of ownership), and market trends. Our expertise ensures that your valuation is accurate.

Don't take our word for it

★★★★★

Clearly the best of 6 - 7 appraisals I've had done by other appraisers over the years

C. W.

Washington, DC

★★★★★

 I have always felt that you are a trustworthy and quality person.  My tax attorney was very impressed with your appraisal document.  

DL

North Carolina

★★★★★

Your product is the most professional appraisal I have ever had the pleasure of reading.  THANK YOU.

NP

Georgia

★★★★★

Thanks not only for incorporating our feedback, but for going above and beyond to make the valuation process crystal clear and really do a great job with the narrative. I'm thrilled!

JB

Washington, DC