Appraise it yourself

We receive many telephone calls for information about antiques. While we do not offer single item appraisals,  there is a  great deal of fun facts about antiques on this website that may help you find that perfect nugget of  information.

Each section gives information on identification.  You will also find free pricing sources even if you don't want to sell anything.

Be sure to visit our "Appraisal services and products" page for information about the types of appraisals we perform, including:

Antique Appraisals
Antique Art Appraisals
Fine Art Appraisals
Antique Furniture Appraisals
Antique Jewelry Appraisals
Contemporary Jewelry Appraisals
Antique Silver Appraisals
Contemporary Silver Appraisals
Collectible and Vintage Item Appraisals
Household Content Appraisals
Piano Appraisals

Trying to decide if you want to sell your antiques? You can find them on our website on the "Where to sell" page or follow on of the links below:

bonanza.com
cash4books.net
ebay.com
ebid.net
etsy.com
retrophoria.com

Are you thinking of taking a class? Ms. Cinamon teaches at Santiago Canyon College in Orange. You can find current class information on our website on the "Classes and events" page.

Call toll free for appraisal information

(877) 255-5445

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No antique is as rare, old, or valuable as it seems-unless your neighbor owns it. 
- Murphy's first law of antiques

The best tag sales always have the least parking. 
- Shelly's Rule

"I collect antiques. Why? Because they're beautiful."
—Broderick Crawford

"My favourite finds are often antique pieces with a history."
-- Alice Temperley

"When you're visiting an antiques fair, turn left once you've passed through the entrance. Everyone else will turn right, which means you can get to the bargains before them."
-- Judith Miller

"I think the reason I love 'Antiques Roadshow' is that it is sort of like the lottery. There's the chance a regular Joe could walk in with anything and come out close to a millionaire. There's the thrill of the find."
-- Lara Spencer