Free Auction Estimates
How to get them from the world's top auction houses and appraisers
The following website's can help you locate top experts, willing to provide you with free auction estimates for many rare art, antique, and collectible items.
Most auctioneers provide this service free for items they sell, because they're hopeful you'll choose to consign your item with them. This earns a commission for their auction house.
Several estimates are suggested for especially rare high-value items. Also see the BBB - Tips for Selling Through Consignment before consigning an item. (links will open window)
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PBS Antiques Roadshow: A treasure-trove of reputable experts who may be able to point you in the direction for your free estimate.
Helpful Tips:
- Find experts who specialize in your item by clicking the 'View By Specialty' button on the Roadshow Appraiser page.
- Contact those experts (contact information provided on the appraisers bio page) and ask for a referral to an auction house and/or gallery who may be interested in selling your item.
- Contact the recommended auction houses and/or galleries directly (let them know who referred you) and ask if they'd be willing to give you an estimate for your item.
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LiveAuctioneers.com: Links to 800+ auction houses, including some of the worlds largest and most renowned.
Helpful Tips:
- Look for items similar to yours on the LiveAuctioneers.com Research Page.
- Find the contact information for the auction houses who've sold those items (contact information found by clicking links with auctioneers name).
- Contact the auction house directly and ask if they'd be willing to give you an estimate for your item.
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eBay Trading Assistants: G reat resource for finding someone (locally) to help you sort and price a wide-variety of items to sell on eBay.
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