​Appraisals

With more Certified Appraisers than any firm in the Midwest, Garth’s has the ability to respond quickly to your individual appraisal needs.  Our appraisers are certified by the Certified Appraisers Guild of America or the International Society of Appraisers, and can provide complimentary pre-auction  consultation or complete, written appraisals for a wide range of purposes.  

 

Whether you are a private individual, a bank, estate executor or a representative of an institution or business, we can customize our services to meet your need.  Our appraisers are professional, knowledgeable and thorough. The breadth of knowledge possessed by our full-time staff is only enhanced by the relationships we have forged with some of the top experts in the country, giving us the ability to evaluate and market everything from collectibles to fine art and antiques. 

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Monthly Walk-in Appraisal Days

What do you have waiting.......to be discovered?

 

Visit us for our walk-in appraisal days the last Tuesday of each month, 10 AM - 4 PM.

Current Location: Garth's Warehouse, 3037 Silver Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43224

No hassle - no appointments - always open to the public. Just come to the Garth's gallery with your antique furniture, art, jewelry, decorative accessory, or collectible and enjoy the opportunity to speak with one of our appraisers. Learn more about your object and receive a complimentary, verbal evaluation of value. We can also explain just how the auction process could work for you if you are interested in selling the object(s) in question.. 

 

​Anytime Evaluation

Are you wondering how to get an appraisal if you cannot bring your belongings to Garth's?

 

If you cannot join us in our gallery for the monthly appraisal days, please contact our appraisers anytime by phone, mail, or email sell@garths.com. After your preliminary inquiry and depending on the nature of the object or the scope of a collection, our appraisers are available to travel to your home. But first, submit images and additional information( such as measurements, marks, signature, condition, & provenance) on your object(s). Once you contact us, one of our representatives will respond to you promptly. Our complimentary evaluations are always confidential and there is never any obligation.

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Written Appraisals

Are you an attorney, banker, insurance agent, or a family member trying to get a written appraisal for personal or business needs?

 

Garth's appraisers can produce written appraisals for a wide range of purposes whether you are an private individual, a bank, estate executors, or a representative of an institution or business. Our appraisers are professional, knowledgeable and thorough.

 

Written reports are completed based on recognized appraisal industry standards; fees are based on an hourly inspection rate, including travel costs. Report-writing and research time is provided at no additional charge.

 

Fair Market Value Appraisals are used for estate planning, estate tax settlement, equitable distribution, or charitable donations, while Replacement Value Appraisals are completed for insurance purposes.

 

Garth's offers reduced appraisal fees for institutions and non-profit organizations.

 

 

Host an Appraisal Event

Are you a member of a group or organization that would benefit from a well-run fundraiser?

 

Many of Garth's appraisal days are held as fund raising events for museums, historical societies, and other nonprofit organizations. In an effort to attract more visitors and attention to your venue, these events are most frequently open to the public and a nominal per item fee or donation is charged for each appraisal for the benefit of the hosting organization. In return, participants receive a complimentary, verbal evaluation of an object's value. Since our appraisers are frequently out in the community, let us join your team for the day.