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Items appraised by Barber Auction Company
Farm equipment, antiques, estate contents, and more.

Items We Appraise

Barber Auction Company provides appraisals for a wide range of items, helping sellers and families make informed decisions.

  • Farm Equipment

    Tractors, combines, implements, trailers, attachments, and utility vehicles.

  • Antiques

    Furniture, glassware, pottery, vintage toys, art, and period pieces.

  • Estate Contents

    Full household inventories, jewelry, personal property, and collections.

  • Collectibles

    Coins, stamps, memorabilia, books dating to the mid-1800s, and specialty items.

Set realistic expectations and avoid underselling.

Why an Appraisal Matters Before You Sell

An accurate appraisal tells you what the market will likely pay, so you can make informed decisions about timing, format, and reserves.

  • Set Realistic Expectations

    Know what the market will likely pay.

  • Avoid Underselling

    Valuable items can be overlooked without a professional assessment.

  • Insurance and Estate Planning

    Often required for insurance, inheritance, tax, and legal proceedings.

  • Consignment Confidence

    Consign with confidence when you know your items' worth.

From initial contact to written assessment.

How Our Appraisal Process Works

1
Contact Us

Call 1-740-777-8816 or email to discuss what you need appraised.

2
Site Visit or Photos

For larger collections we visit. For individual items, send photos.

3
Evaluation

We assess condition, provenance, market demand, and comparable sales.

4
Written Assessment

Clear written appraisal with descriptions, condition notes, and estimated values.

On-site and remote appraisals throughout the region.

Appraisal Services Across Central Ohio

We provide appraisal services throughout Thurston, Fairfield County, Lancaster, Columbus, and surrounding counties.

  • Thurston, Ohio

    Our home base at 2160.5 Main St.

  • Fairfield County

    Full county coverage.

  • Lancaster, Ohio

    Regular service area.

  • Columbus, Ohio

    Extended metro area coverage.

Common questions about appraisal services

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact us to discuss. Costs depend on the number and type of items, location, and scope.

Yes. For individual items or small collections. For large estates, we recommend an on-site visit.

Individual items are assessed quickly. Full estates typically take one or two visits.

No. The appraisal is standalone. Use results for insurance, estate planning, or any purpose.