To establish a quilt's replacement value for insurance purposes.
	To purchase a "Fine Arts Floater"
	To determine value for donation, gift, or estate purposes for the IRS
	To provide to a show that requires insurance and or appraisal.
	Protection during shipping
	A thoughtful addition to a quilt given as a gift

When considering your need for an appraisal, remember that in addition to the damage your quilt or garment may sustain under normal circumstances, these items have become the targets of theft, and also victims of disasters such as flood and fire. Many quilts and garments as well, have disappeared while being shipped to shows across the country. Most quilt and wearable art show organizers, gallery owners, and shippers, are now requiring appraisals for items they display, so their insurance requirements will be met. If you are a quilt owner, collector, dealer, quilt maker, wearable art maker or dealer, one thing you should do is seek an appraisal from a certified quilt appraiser.