Originally Posted by
ArtsyOne
If they were to have a fire or a theft, their insurance company would insist on valuations in order to pay the claim, so Joyce888's idea of providing receipts and value of time is a very good one and you can tell them that's why you're doing it.
This is an excellent idea! Even though we really do not expect a disaster, there is always a chance and having items like this "appraised" for insurance purposes is a must. Add that special little poem to it and voila! You have accomplished what you need to accomplish without patting yourself on the back.