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Free Online Antique Appraisal

Get a free antique appraisal online for antiques, collectibles, and vintage items. Upload photos and receive an AI-powered valuation—online and free, backed by 25+ years of real market data.

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No credit card required • Results in minutes • 85,000+ appraisals completed

85,000+
Appraisals Completed
25+ Years
Market Data
40,000+
Collectors Community
Free
No Hidden Fees

How Our Free Online Appraisal Works

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Upload Photos

Take clear photos from multiple angles. Include any marks, signatures, or labels.

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AI Analysis

Our AI analyzes your item against 25+ years of real appraisal data and market records.

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Get Your Valuation

Receive a fair market value range with historical context and similar item comparisons.

Free Antique & Collectible Appraisals — Online From Photos

InstAppraisal offers free online appraisals for antiques, collectibles, and vintage items using uploaded photos. Unlike auction houses or dealers, our valuations are unbiased and based on historical appraisal data—not resale incentives. Get your free appraisal from photos in minutes, with no obligation to sell.

Why Choose InstAppraisal?

Real Market Data

Unlike generic AI tools, our valuations are grounded in 25+ years of actual auction results, dealer prices, and verified sales—not guesswork.

Truly Free

No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch. Get complete appraisals free. Paid options exist only for those who want more volume or expert review.

No Pressure to Sell

We're not dealers or auction houses trying to acquire your items. Our only goal is giving you accurate, unbiased information.

Fast Results

Most appraisals complete within minutes, not days. No appointments, no waiting rooms, no back-and-forth emails.

How We Compare to Other Appraisal Options

See why collectors and estate owners choose InstAppraisal for free online antique appraisals.

Feature InstAppraisal Auction Houses Expert Answer Sites
Free Online Appraisal ✓ Yes ⚠ Often conditional ✗ No
Upload Photos ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ⚠ Sometimes
Results Time ⏱ Minutes ⏱ Days–Weeks ⏱ Hours–Days
Sales Pressure ✗ None ⚠ High ✗ None
Unbiased Valuation ✓ Yes ✗ Incentivized to sell ⚠ Opinion-based
Historical Market Data ✓ 25+ Years ⚠ Limited ✗ No
Account Required ✗ No ⚠ Yes ✗ No
Cost Free "Free" → commission Paid

Frequently Asked Questions

How is InstAppraisal different from other free online antique appraisal sites?

Most "free appraisal" sites are actually lead generators for auction houses or dealers who want to buy your items. InstAppraisal is an independent service backed by 25+ years of real market data. We have no incentive to undervalue your items—we're not trying to acquire them.

What affects an appraisal's accuracy?

Photo quality matters most. Clear, well-lit images from multiple angles give the best results. Including close-ups of marks, signatures, damage, and a size reference helps significantly. Providing any known history or provenance in your description also improves accuracy.

Why do you give a value range instead of a single number?

Honest appraisals acknowledge market variability. The same item might sell for different prices at auction vs. retail, in different regions, or at different times of year. A range reflects real-world conditions better than a false-precision single number.

Can values change over time?

Yes. Antique and collectible markets fluctuate based on trends, economic conditions, and generational tastes. An item that was highly sought-after 10 years ago may have softened, while previously overlooked categories can surge in popularity. Our database tracks these shifts.

Why do insurance values differ from resale values?

Insurance replacement value reflects what you'd pay to replace an item at retail. Resale or fair market value is what you'd realistically receive selling it. Insurance values are typically higher. Our appraisals focus on fair market value, but we note when replacement value would differ significantly.

When should I get a certified professional appraisal?

For insurance claims, estate settlements, tax donations over $5,000, legal disputes, or items potentially worth $10,000+, you'll want a certified appraiser who can provide formal documentation. Our online appraisals are excellent for understanding value and making informed decisions, but aren't substitutes for legal documentation.

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