How do I start a career in appraising antiques?

Posted on July 10th, 2011 in Uncategorized

ahrma525 asked:

I want to become one of the appraisers on Antiques Roadshow. How do I get into this career path?

Tags: Antiques Roadshow, Appraisers, Career Path

3 users commented in " How do I start a career in appraising antiques? "

SPLATT said,

on July 11th, 2011 at 11:35

A primer of book-collecting

`That may be the only use for a Art History college major. Also, get a job in an antiques store.

Derrick said,

on July 13th, 2011 at 06:20

First, you need to be really knowledgable on antiques. Then start going to shows with a mentor and appraise with them. Once you are good enough, go out on your own.

Resume Expert said,

on July 14th, 2011 at 20:05

Simple.

1) Go read books on antiques.
2) When you feel you’re good enough, write articles on how to conduct antique appraisals. You can then submit these articles to article submission sites like and

3) Get a professional resume provider to touch up your resume. If you do not have budget and don’t mind a few knocks and a few wasted interview trips you could try to figure it out yourself. Include the article title and urls in your resume.

3) You are now ready to approach the companies and start applying for jobs.

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