Antiques Appraisers
General antiques appraisers covering furniture, ceramics, silver, and personal property over 100 years old for estate and insurance.
332 verified appraisers in our directory
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Our directory currently lists 332 verified antiques appraisers across the United States, with the heaviest concentrations in CA, FL, NY. Of those, 50% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 79% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition for Form 8283 charitable donations and 31% are available for expert-witness testimony. These appraisers hold designations from one or more recognized professional societies: the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), or other specialty bodies. Approximately 28% offer desktop or online appraisals for insurance and low-value estate items. Every listing on this page was sourced from at least one recognized national or international professional registry — we do not accept self-reported credentials.
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Verified appraisers
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USPAP-certified
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IRS-qualified
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Expert witness
What does a antiques appraiser do?
A antiques appraiser provides professional, objective opinions of value for items in the antiques category. These opinions are documented in formal appraisal reports that meet the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) — the federally recognized benchmark for appraisal credibility. Credentialed appraisers hold designations from recognized professional societies such as the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), or the Appraisers Association of America (AAA).
Common use cases include estate settlement and probate (where the IRS or a court requires a qualified appraisal), charitable donation (IRS Form 8283 requires a “qualified appraiser” for donations over $5,000), insurance (to document replacement value for scheduling), and divorce (equitable-distribution proceedings often require court-defensible valuations).
How we verify antiques appraisers
Every appraiser is cross-referenced with a recognized national or international professional registry. Currently: ASA, ISA, AAA, ABAA, IAAA, and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials. Every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in search results.
Frequently asked questions
How many antiques appraisers are in your directory?
As of this writing, we list 332 verified antiques appraisers nationwide. All were sourced from recognized professional registries (ASA, ISA, AAA, ABAA, IAAA, and other specialty bodies) and are covered by our v1 display rule — we only list appraisers with a verified contact email.
What credentials should a antiques appraiser have?
Look for designations from the ASA (American Society of Appraisers), ISA (International Society of Appraisers), or AAA (Appraisers Association of America). These organizations require testing, peer review, continuing education, and adherence to USPAP standards. For IRS Form 8283 purposes, the appraiser must also meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E). All appraisers in our directory are sourced from at least one recognized professional registry.
What is USPAP compliance and why does it matter?
USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) is the federally recognized code of ethics and performance standards for appraisers. A USPAP-compliant appraisal report is required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 50% of the antiques appraisers in our directory hold a current USPAP certification. Non-USPAP reports may be rejected for legal or tax purposes.
How much does a antiques appraisal cost?
Fees vary by complexity, location, and intended use. Estate and insurance appraisals typically range from $150 to $500 per item for straightforward pieces; complex or rare items may require hourly billing at $100–$300/hour. IRS donation appraisals for a single item often run $300–$600. Always get a written fee agreement before work begins — USPAP standards require the fee to be set in advance and not contingent on value.
Are any antiques appraisers IRS-qualified?
Yes — 79% of the antiques appraisers in our directory meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition for charitable contribution deductions over $5,000 (IRS Publication 561, IRC §170(f)(11)(E)). Use the IRS-qualified filter on the listing page to narrow results.
Can a remote appraiser handle my item?
Yes — approximately 28% of our antiques appraisers offer desktop or online appraisals using photographs and provenance documents. This is common for insurance scheduling or low-value estate items. However, IRS Form 8283 qualified appraisals generally require physical examination. Use the "Remote OK" filter on the listing page.
Do any antiques appraisers provide expert-witness testimony?
Yes — 31% of the antiques appraisers in our directory are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes, authentication challenges, or fraud proceedings. Use the "Expert witness" filter to find them.
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