How can I get items appraised?

Four Ways to Get a Free, Local Appraisal

1. Attend Appraisal Day at a Local Auction House.
2. Go to a Major Local Antique Show.
3. Attend a Visiting Appraisal Show.
4. Ask Antique Shops and Auction Houses.
5. Know the Item’s History.
6. Check Scope of Appraisal Before Going.
7. Remember Free Appraisal Limitations.
8. Selling Your Appraised Antique.

How much does it cost to get an item appraised?

A single item appraisal can easily result in an appraisal cost between $250 and $350 depending on the level of research required to value it and the level of detail the appraisal report requires based on its intended use.

How do you become an appraiser for collectibles?

1. Develop an area of expertise. Read, write, take courses or teach to increase your knowledge in your antiques field of interest.
2. Register and attend courses leading to certification taught by an antiques appraisal association.
3. Complete the coursework and testing for certification by the appraisal association.

How can I appraise my household items?

Browse local thrift stores and check the prices of comparable items for household goods such as kitchenware, small electronics and clothing. Write down the average price for each type of item you wish to value. Calculate the best average by adding three similar prices together and dividing by three.

How do I find the value of antiques?

Where to Find Antique Values

1. Collect.com. Collect.com allows you to buy and sell antiques and collectibles.
2. David Doty. David Doty has a vast amount of information on his site about Carnival glass.
3. Coin Guide. Coin Guide has a large data base of antique and collectible coins and their values.
4. Antiques Navigator.

What is a personal property appraiser?

An appraiser is a valuation expert. There are all types of appraisers: real estate, business valuation and personal property. Personal property consists not only of antiques and the fine and decorative arts but also gems and jewelry and even machinery and equipment- in other words, all tangible property.

How do you become an appraiser on Antiques Roadshow?

Getting certified involves several steps:

1. Satisfying the educational requirements.
2. Submitting appraisals for review.
3. Agreeing to ethics requirements.
4. Passing the USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) every two years.
5. Submitting hours of experience.

Where can I get Free Antique Appraisal?

Go to a Major Local Antique Show. Major antique shows are another great place to get free appraisals. If you live near a big city, chances are good you have an annual antique show in your area. Many of these shows hire the services of a professional appraiser for ticket-holding guests.

How to contact Antiques Roadshow?

For information about possible upcoming tours, you can contact ANTIQUES ROADSHOW directly by calling their toll free hotline at 1-888-762-3749 or by emailing them at Antiques Roadshow Contact Form. Contact information for the appraisers featured on ANTIQUES ROADSHOW are listed on the ANTIQUE ROADSHOW Appraisers page.

What is an antique appraisal?

An antique appraisal is a legal document that is used most often when a piece may have a high value, is rare or needs to be insured. For example, a coin collection, jewelry, art work, or an antique car. An appraisal can be used for taxes and/or insurance purposes, or in estate planning and wills.