Vintage Home Furniture

Anyone know where to find collectible or antique appraisals?

I have original circus ads from 1960 for Barnum & Bailey. They are the real deal, and in perfect shape. Artwork is really weird and vintage. Just wondering where I would go to find information on the value these posters would have.

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1. take it into a antique shop
2. Ebay has Community Bulletin Boards where people discuss and evaluate various collectibles. (Look on their homepage under "Community >Discussion Boards). I'd start with the appropriate board there.
3. Old Wood Market sells antiques and specializes in vintage furniture. Since the ads are genuine posters and in perfect shape, a twofold approach would be worthwhile. Find out the range of value; whether in the thousands or perhaps several hundred. For a casual value, closed auctions on eBay is quick and won't cost anything. the second step is, if the prices you see on eBay are high, a certified appraisal should be done. the auctioneer should be professionally certified by CAGA: Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Here's an antique insider's tip: make sure you contact an appraiser, usually an auctioneer, who is based in an antique house (a fixed building). Most auctioneers sell out estates following a death and other times families when moving/downsizing; these auctions will rarely attract bidders looking for fine and collectible artwork and the price at these auctions are often determined by good/bad weather of people wanting to show up. If the piece is worth being appraised, the appraisal will start at $100 and up, so that's why a quick eBay check is a starter. If you hear good news about its' value, have it insured. The value could increase dramatically because of its' condition. good luck - oldwoodmarket