In-Person Appraisal & Authentication Services

Book an In-Office Consultation with David J. Rose II

Private, one-on-one consultations are conducted at our Mount Pleasant, SC office for hands-on appraisal, authentication, and professional guidance. Ideal for individual items, small groups, or easily transported collections, these sessions provide clear answers, defensible insight, and recommended next steps for insurance, estate planning, resale, legal matters, charitable donations, personal records, and more.

Appointments are scheduled as a one-hour session at $300 per hour. Single-item consultations include full written documentation. Collection reviews focus on evaluation and guidance during the appointment, with written reports available when additional time is requested. Additional time or research may be added if needed. All consultations are scheduled online below.

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In-Person Consultation Pricing & What to Expect

$300 per hour · 1-hour minimum

Schedule a hands-on session with David J. Rose II in Mount Pleasant, SC for valuation, authentication, and professional guidance.

Typical In-Office Scope Estimated Cost
1 item or small collection overview $300
2 items $450
3 items $600
4–6 items $750–$900
7–10 items $1,050–$1,200
10+ items Custom pricing

In-office sessions are billed by time. The one-hour minimum covers either:

  • A single-item appraisal or authentication with a full written report
  • A small group or easily transported collection overview, with items reviewed during the appointment and guidance provided on authenticity, value, and recommended next steps. Written documentation for collections is optional and available upon request. Individual items requiring formal reports must be submitted separately for appraisal or authentication.

Actual cost and turnaround may vary based on complexity, research requirements, or scope.

In-Home/On-Site Consultation — By Request Only

On-site consultations are arranged after a phone consultation and are considered based on scope, location, and project requirements. This option is typically recommended for large collections, fragile items, or situations where transportation is impractical.

Items We Appraise & Authenticate

  • Jewelry & Watches

  • Antiques, Collectibles & Fine Art

  • Coins, Currency & Stamps

  • Sports Cards & Memorabilia

  • Autographs & Signed Items

  • Historic Documents, Books & Comics

  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

  • Designer Fashion & Accessories

  • Vintage Toys, Games & Electronics

  • Vehicles, Motorcycles & Watercraft

  • Wine, Spirits & Collectible Beverages

  • Glass, Pottery, Ceramics & More