Free Violin, Viola, Cello & Bow Valuation Days Near You
Are you curious about your instrument’s value? Bring your violin, viola, cello or bow to a free valuation day near you. Since 2013, Amati’s specialists have helped thousands of people discover who made their instrument and what it’s worth.
Not sure what to book? Call or WhatsApp us — there’s no charge and no obligation.
A valuation is a conversation, not an examination. It takes around fifteen minutes and there’s no obligation.
What happens on the day
If we can help, we will. There’s no pressure to sell — just a specialist opinion on what your instrument may be worth.
Bring your instrument
Violin, viola, cello or bow, with any papers or family history you have, though none is needed.
Meet the specialist
An Amati expert examines the instrument with you and talks you through what it is, its condition, and its likely value.
Decide in your own time
If you’d like to sell, we’ll explain the next steps. If not, that’s absolutely fine. The valuation is yours to keep.
Instruments we’ve valued have gone on to remarkable results
Recent results at Amati auctions, including buyer’s premium.
Guadagnini violin, Turin, c.1771
Capicchioni violin
Rugeri family violin
A warm welcome, wherever you meet us
Valuation days are held in comfortable, central venues, from our own Furlong House in London to trusted partner locations across Britain, Ireland and beyond. You’ll sit down with a specialist, not stand at a counter.
Backed by the Amati Instrument Archive (40,000+ auction records and 14,000+ maker biographies), your valuation draws on one of the deepest reference libraries in the field.
Upcoming valuation days
Amati specialists travel the country. Find the day nearest you.
Available now
October
November
Questions people ask
Is the valuation really free?
Yes, completely, whether or not you ever sell with us. Valuing instruments is how we meet the people and instruments that make our auctions.
Do I have to sell my instrument?
No. Many people come simply to find out what they own, out of curiosity, or to get a general sense of value before arranging formal insurance cover. There is never any obligation or pressure.
What should I bring?
Just the instrument or bow. If you have certificates, receipts, old valuations or family history, bring those too (they can help), but none is required.
How long does it take?
Around fifteen minutes per instrument. If you’re bringing several, let us know and we’ll allow more time.
What if I can’t make any of the dates?
You can get a free valuation online by sending photographs, or book a video consultation, or call us on +44 (0)20 7099 7114 or WhatsApp us.