Coming from a titled family, my inherited diamond and gold jewellery was not needed languishing in the bank and I certainly wasn't going to be wearing it again. Approximately over two years ago I contacted Vernon to make an appointment to visit his offices, due to my health issue's I recontacted him and his team in the last month . Their service was second to none, private and confidential throughout. I was picked up from the local station by a member of his staff and taken to his offices that offer high security with an extremely warm welcome from Vernon and his team of valuers who could not do enough to put me at ease, explain everything transparently giving me the peace of mind that I was in safe hands. As certain pieces were sentimental, I decided to keep a couple back. The main collection was sold within his ten day contract, and he kept me informed throughout by telephone. I received an excellent outcome without incurring high auction charges. Vernon, it was such a relief that I chose you over the sharks in London! And thank you for keeping the old school gentleman way of doing business alive. I would not hesitate to recommend Vernon and his team.
Low commission rate on all sales
The fact that Vernon Ward has maintained such a low commission rate on all sales, with excellent reviews, letters and press coverage, spanning 50 years is due to the fact he does not have the massive overhead costs and charges that auction houses have to bear, i.e. premise charges, staff charges, removal charges etc. the list is endless, whether it be leading London auction houses or a regional auction house, is why the general public, legal profession, estate agents, etc. regularly use Vernon Ward.
For consultations and home appointments please call Vernon Ward on 01273 502097.
Their service was second to none, private and confidential throughout
Kate Spencer, London - February 2023
A truly efficient and trustworthy service.
Mr and Mrs Jenkins, Farnborough Hampshire - February 2022
My husband and I have recently had the pleasure of enlisting the services of Vernon Ward Antique Valuations and Sales. We found his website whilst looking for an alternative way of disposing of a collection of inherited jewellery, than taking it to auction with all the associated costs. Vernon clearly explained the way he works and we agreed to travel from Farnborough Hampshire to his place in Brighton for a valuation. He is a delightful man who is extremely knowledgeable and we were happy to leave the items with him after meeting in his covid safe conservatory. In the allotted 10 days Vernon had found buyers for most of the items within the estimates given, had communicated regularly and was at all times considerate and totally professional. A truly efficient and trustworthy service and apart from that great company. We would be happy to recommend his services.
Provided an OUTSTANDING service!
Clare Camero, March 2023 - Sussex
Vernon has been fantastic, he provided an OUTSTANDING service!!! He was more than happy to give me time and have me great advice on my inherited antiques. He provided a real genuine and honest service! Can't recommend him enough! Thank you :)
Jewellery, silver, antiques and chattels Sales Advice
Vernon will work tirelessly on your behalf to locate the correct buyer for the maximum value in today's current market. This in turn saves you the seller the high auction charges placed by auction houses as mentioned here and also in Vernon Ward's brochure. AUCTION HOUSES HAVE BEEN HIGHLIGHTED AS CHARGING COMMISSION RATE FROM AS MUCH AS 15% TO 25% THEN ADDED TO THIS IS VAT and other charges.
It is through the exposure of many of these auction houses that many members of the public have chosen to use Vernon Ward as their independent agent. These include the legal profession, loss adjusters, executors of estates, district councils and the general public. Vernon has now in excess of 1000 letters of thanks from clients past and present praising him on his sales success, and also Vernon holds a vast number of newspaper editorials spanning back over the last 50 years and up to date, all on show at each and every roadshow.
Vernon Ward is an independent agent who locates private buyers and collectors and is not affiliated to any 2nd or 3rd party. His charge as stated is 10% commission - with no hidden charges. (Sales concluded in a 10 day period by "contract of sale" only).
Vernon and Sarah were really helpful
Lisa Ransom, Surrey - October 2024
Vernon and Sarah were really helpful . Vernon was extremely prompt and reliable at responding to my enquiry and getting back to me. My husband needed his mother's jewelry valued and Sarah and Vernon helped us get a good price for this. They are both friendly and personable and made things easy for us. I would absolutely recommend.
Honest and straight talking I was confident that he did the very best for us
Carolyn, October 2024
Vernon is highly profession with huge knowledge of his subject. Honest and straight talking I was confident that he did the very best for us. He kept me informed every inch of the way to sale and also completed the sale well within the 10 days. He was kind and supportive with some sensitive and emotional areas of the sale. I can not thank you enough Vernon You are a true star
Vernon was extremely truthful and factual right from the start
Soudabeh Hawkins, Sussex - April 2025
Before ringing Vernon and his team, we went to an auctioneer to have a piece of jewelry valued. Though they were very helpful, and told us the value they felt the jewelry would sell for, they failed to explain the costs associated with the sale. Vernon was extremely truthful and factual right from the start. The value he put to the piece of jewelry was also very similar to the auctioneer and was very open about his costs, which worked out significantly less than theirs. Then when it came to the sale, his process was very quick and smooth. Overall he was very professional and informative Even though we had never met Vernon, by the end of the sale, we felt he was a good friend. I would highly recommend Vernon to anyone who wishes to sell Gold or silver items.
Please telephone for all enquiries (+44) 01273 502 097 or complete form below
Valuation of silver ware and the experience of the experience
Vernon Ward is a man who wears his talents, like a bespoke Saville Row suit, perfectly fitting and with an authoritative style and swagger. This comment should be taken as a description of a man who knows his business and is happy too impart this knowledge to everyone who crosses his threshold with their wares. If you need an answer to the provenance and value of these wares, then with Vernon you are in skilled hands. I went with some silver tableware I had inherited. I knew it was not going to be worth a fortune and in fact, I felt a little troubled I may be wasting Vernon’s time. However, not only was his welcome as warm as a glass of mulled wine on a freezing late Autumn afternoon, I was instantly put at my ease with my offerings. Vernon was the antithesis of the person who likes to confuse. He was open, honest and to the point. This is all I needed and wished for. The visit restored my faith in what can be a carefree and troubling antiques world.
Tim Johnson, London - February 2022
Vernon has appeared numerous times on national television.
A typical example is as follows: at one of his charity roadshow days, he was shown a violin. Vernon decided to research this item and after four months, he was delighted to confirm to the owner that it was a rare violin by Santo Serafin which also gained large press coverage. Other rare finds have also gained national TV coverage with kind permission from the owners.
Vernon has in excess of a thousand reviews in letter form and press coverage spanning 50 years. Which are available to be read at either his office or at roadshow days.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS of BUSINESS
Vernon Ward sells as agent for the seller.
Members of the public wishing to sell items through Vernon Ward may be assured of the highest standard.
Vernon Ward will, at all times, endeavor to locate a private buyer or collector on a commission basis only and all such matters are strictly private and confidential.
Any transaction undertaken, irrespective of the value of the item(s) involved, takes approximately 10 days for the item(s) to be sold and for the vendor to be paid, less Vernon Ward's fixed commission being 10% of the achieved sale price by "contact of sale". Terms and conditions apply.
Sale Report
A sale report and receipt are automatically issued upon completion of each and every sale. In the event of any item(s) remaining unsold, unlike the vast majority of sales rooms, there will be no charge incurred and the item(s) will be returned to the vendor by Vernon Ward.
**Please note: private buyers and collectors are, as the name implies, private. They are distrustful of the internet as a place to hold information about their valuable collections. They do not want people approaching them for unsolicited requests. Vernon Ward, with his 50 years in the antiques world, is your direct link to these private buyers and collectors worldwide.
Free valuations can be arranged through our office in Patcham, East Sussex. In certain instances however, it may be necessary for items to be researched.
For consultations and home appointments please call Vernon Ward on 01273 502097.
For consultations and home appointments please call Vernon Ward on 01273 502097.
Vernon is an absolute gent who clearly cares about the people that come to him and his advice was just brilliant. He was helpful, courteous, engaging, passionate and, quite frankly, a genuine pleasure to speak with. To anyone reading this review, wondering whether or not to get in touch with Vernon, I’d say stop reading this review and please, go do it, get in touch. You really won’t regret it.
Filipe Albarraque - August 2021