18M+
Auction records
Furniture, silver, ceramics, clocks, and decorative-arts sales used for market research.
Online antique appraisers
Know what your antique is—and what it is worth.
Before you sell, insure, donate, or divide an inherited piece, we identify it, check comparable sales, and send a signed report you can share.
$59 starting price · No appointment · delivery timing confirmed after intake
I need this for
Appraising an estate or collection? See multi-item options“We knew the cabinet was old, but not whether it was Georgian, Victorian, or later. That uncertainty changes every decision that follows.”
Evidence review
We inspect the object before we talk about value.
Antique value depends on what the piece is, how old it is, what condition it is in, and whether comparable sales support the number.
The photo set matters
Front, back, underside, close-ups, scale, marks, and damage photos help the appraiser separate original details from later changes.
Maker marksConstructionMaterialsConditionComparable sales
Maker mark · photograph straight onAppraisal evidence
Marks, labels, and hallmarks
Silver hallmarks, porcelain marks, furniture stamps, labels, and registry numbers help anchor the identification before valuation.
Back and underside · construction clueAppraisal evidence
Construction and materials
Joinery, hardware, surface wear, wood, ceramic body, metal quality, textile structure, and later alterations all affect the value read.
Material and pattern · compare like with likeAppraisal evidence
Market evidence
The final value is supported by comparable sales and specialist judgment, not a single online price guess.
What the report includes
A signed report gives everyone the same reference point.
Use this if you need documentation, not a guess. The finished report is built to be kept, forwarded, or filed with the relevant reviewer.
Object identification and attribution notes
Condition and visible evidence summary
Comparable-sales support where available
Value conclusion matched to the report purpose
Signed digital PDF report
Working with coins, hallmarked silver, or a flatware service? See the coins and silver appraisal path.
Start with the right report type
Pick the report format that matches the document you need.
Every option includes a written signed appraisal. Pick the format that matches who will review it.
Most Common
$59
Regular Appraisal
Best when you need a written signed value opinion for records, inherited-property decisions, resale planning, or before choosing a more specific filing format.
Best for
Inherited pieces, attribution questions, family records, resale planning, and pre-estate decision making.
Includes
- Signed PDF prepared by an appraiser
- Comparable sales and valuation rationale
- Revisions included if follow-up is needed
$99
Insurance Appraisal
Carrier-friendly replacement-value format for coverage scheduling, renewals, and claims.
Best for
Insurance coverage, recent acquisitions, damage claims, and policy documentation.
Includes
- Replacement-value schedule
- Signed PDF with photo appendix
- Carrier-friendly formatting and revisions
From $399
Tax Deduction Appraisal
Fair market value format for charitable gifts, Form 8283 support, and CPA review.
Best for
Charitable donation, IRS-related documentation, estate gifting, and audit preparation.
Includes
- Signed fair market value declaration
- Form 8283 support
- Comparable sales packet with citations
Time and cost comparison
Appraisily online
From $59 · timing confirmed after intake
Photo-based review, comparable sales, and a signed PDF without arranging a visit.
Local in-person visit
Often $300–$500 · appointment required
Useful when physical inspection is necessary, but typically involves scheduling and travel.
Auction-house estimate
May be tied to consignment
Can help when you plan to sell through that house; it is not always a standalone signed appraisal.
Read the published methodology; the completed report identifies its signer.
Start my appraisal - $59
Secure checkout opens first. Upload antique photos and documents after payment, then receive a written signed report from a named specialist. Completed appraisals stay available online afterward. This service is built for real documentation, not a free instant estimate.
Market evidence
The price is checked against real sales.
Identification, condition, attribution confidence, and sale frequency determine which records actually support the conclusion.
17M+
Reference images
Object photography reviewed alongside sale records and catalog descriptions.
50–200+
Candidates reviewed
Research is narrowed to the most relevant comparable sales for the final report.
Antique appraisal workflow
A specialist guides the antique from intake to report.
Start with the photos and history you have. We identify visible clues, research comparable sales, explain the conclusion, and deliver a signed PDF.
Workflow stage 1
Share Photos & Background
Intake
About 5 min
Report timing
Confirmed after intake
Evidence
Comparable sales
Final review
Named signer
Public sample report
Finished report evidence
See how object evidence becomes a written value conclusion.
This public sample shows the delivered document itself: the object record, identification reasoning, comparable-market support, and signed conclusion.
- Object and condition record
- Comparable sales evidence
- Value basis and intended use
- Signed PDF deliverable
Estate managers • dealers • attorneys
Upload once. Receive coordinated delivery for the full file.
Package pricing for larger filesDelivery timeline quoted per scope
Have an estate, inventory, or dealer group of pieces?
We can appraise the whole set.
Upload estate groups, dealer inventory, or mixed-category files in one pass. We coordinate delivery as a single project and quote pricing once the scope is confirmed.
Still deciding which pieces need a report? Plan the next step for inherited antiques before requesting a multi-item scope.
- Single dashboard for estate managers, probate attorneys, auction houses, and dealers
- Batch delivery with signed PDFs plus CSV export for legal or inventory workflows
- White-label delivery option for professionals managing client-facing files
- Dedicated support for complex or mixed-category collections
Several antiques · one insurance decision
Organize the collection before deciding which objects need reports.
The collection guide separates owner inventory, photographs, receipts, prior reports, and recipient questions from the signed appraisal itself.
Prepare an antique collection for insuranceCommon objections
The questions buyers ask before they commit.
Most hesitation on an antique appraisal page comes down to fit, trust, speed, and whether the final report will be useful once someone else reads it.
Next step
If the use case already feels clear, the best next move is to start the order while the photos and details are in front of you.
Start my appraisal - $59Prefer someone local?
Compare antique appraisers in your city when you need an on-site inspection, estate walkthrough, or local specialty fit.
Read a city guide to understand local options, typical service formats, and when an online signed report may be enough.
Yes. The workflow is built for antiques across furniture, decorative arts, ceramics, silver, clocks, books, textiles, and related historical objects. If a piece needs specialist handling, the file is routed accordingly.
No. Helpful evidence speeds things up, but it is not required to start. Clear photos, measurements, and any known background are enough to begin attribution and market research.
Yes. Insurance reports emphasize replacement value and scheduling support, donation reports emphasize fair market value and Form 8283 support, while estate and resale reports focus on defensible comparables and clear recordkeeping.
Pricing depends on the assignment scope, the number of items, and whether you need a signed appraisal for insurance, estate, donation, or resale. Single-item digital files are usually far less expensive than arranging an in-person local visit, and multi-item estate orders usually qualify for volume pricing.
Revisions and clarifications are part of the workflow. If the recipient needs updated formatting or explanation of the methodology, the team can revise the report instead of forcing you to start over.
Delivery timing is confirmed after the required photos and item details are received. Complex, formal-use, and multi-item assignments may need a custom schedule.
The appraiser reviews close-up photos of marks, joints, hardware, glaze, patina, and wear patterns, then cross-checks them against maker registries, hallmark references, auction archives, and period construction guides before the report is signed.
Multi-item estate and inventory files can be scoped as a coordinated project. Package pricing and the delivery format are confirmed once the number and mix of objects are clear.
The report is built to formal appraisal standards with signed conclusions, comparable sales, condition notes, and limiting assumptions. For many buyers it is faster, more data-heavy, and roughly one-fifth the cost of arranging an in-person local visit.
Start by uploading clear photos, measurements, marks, and any background you know about the piece. The appraiser researches attribution, comparable sales, condition, and intended use. If the evidence does not support a high value, that is a normal and useful outcome: the report explains why so you can make the next decision without guessing.