FAQ
Find Answers to Common Questions Below
1. What Services Do You Offer, and How Much Do They Cost?
We offer professional appraisal, authentication, consulting, and selling services for jewelry, antiques, collectibles, fine art, sports memorabilia, autographs, designer fashion, coins, watches, historical documents, rare books, and more.
Appraisal & Authentication Services
Online Fast Opinion | $25 per item | Submit Here
A preliminary evaluation delivered via email within one business day. Ideal for quick decisions or determining if a full appraisal or authentication is necessary.Full Appraisal & Authentication | Starting at $150 per item | Schedule Here or Submit Online Here
A comprehensive evaluation with professional documentation suitable for insurance, estate planning, resale, and more. Available in-office, in-home, or via online submission. Custom quotes for multiple items or collections start at $250, with discounted per-item rates based on complexity.
Consulting Services
Remote & In-Person Consultation | $150 Remote | $250 In-Person | Schedule Here
Schedule a phone, video, in-office, or in-home consultation for expert guidance on valuation, estate planning, selling strategies, collection management, collectible investments, and more. Follow-up documentation is available for $50.
Selling Services
Direct Purchase or Consignment | Submit Here
We offer competitive pricing or full-service consignment options for high-value items or collections.
2. How Do I Schedule an Appointment?
Use our online scheduler to book an in-office or remote session.
In-Office Appointments: Choose a 30-minute or one-hour session for appraisal, authentication, or consulting.
In-Home Appointments: Begin with a free initial evaluation. A 2-hour minimum applies, with custom pricing based on scope and location.
3. What’s Included in the Session?
Each session is customized to your needs and may include:
Expert evaluations and tailored advice.
Optional detailed reports for insurance, estate planning, legal documentation, or resale.
Note: The number of items reviewed depends on session time and complexity.
4. How is Pricing Determined?
Pricing reflects the time required for evaluation, research, and optional report preparation.
5. What Documentation Will I Receive?
If requested, you will receive a detailed report that includes:
Professional photos of your item(s).
Detailed descriptions and findings.
Appraised and/or authenticated values.
This documentation is suitable for insurance, estate planning, resale, personal assurance, donation and tax purposes, legal documentation, proof of ownership, pre-purchase evaluation, historical research, financial planning, and more. View a Sample Report
6. Can I Combine Services?
Yes! You can combine appraisal, authentication, and consulting during your session. Let us know your needs when booking.
7. What Should I Bring to My Appointment?
The items to be evaluated.
Relevant documentation (e.g., prior appraisals, receipts, provenance).
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early for in-office appointments to ensure a smooth session.
8. What Payment Options Are Available?
We accept:
Cash (in-person only)
Check (in-person only)
Credit/Debit Cards
PayPal
Stripe
The service minimum must be paid when booking.
9. What if I Need to Cancel or Reschedule?
Cancellations or rescheduling must be made at least 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees. Use your booking confirmation email to make changes or contact us directly.
10. What Areas Do You Serve?
We provide in-office appointments in Mt. Pleasant, SC, and in-home services upon request. Online services are available nationwide.