Jin Haisheng Seafood & Gift Recycling specializes in recycling dried seafood, cordyceps, bird's nest, fish maw, abalone, shark fin, sea cucumber, and other delicacies. With years of experience in authenticating gift items, we offer 24-hour door-to-door collection, strict confidentiality, and on-the-spot settlement.
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A client in Quarry Bay has 5 aged Kipin abalones. They were already old stock when purchased, and the client kept them for another 8 years. They want to know the actual impact of aging on their value. For this type of dried abalone, the biggest fear is getting a general price estimate over the phone only to have it changed upon inspection. Therefore, we first ask the client to send additional photos showing their weight, bottom and top textures, dryness, and packaging information. We provide a remote estimate, and if the client agrees, we then arrange a physical inspection.
To get a preliminary idea, you can refer to the Japanese Premium Abalone Valuation Guide, which discusses varieties, dryness, and preservation methods – all points that will be verified during the in-person inspection.