Professional USPAP-compliant appraisals for antiques, collectibles, jewelry and fine art located in Middle Tennessee. Trust Jessica Rickman to provide authoritative valuations with integrity and expertise.
Imagine clearing out a grandparent's attic here in Middle Tennessee, and there, tucked away in a dusty corner, is an old lamp. It’s heavy, probably...
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A client recently brought in a strand of pearls, a treasured inheritance. She knew they were old, beautiful even, but beyond that, their story was...
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I recently had a client bring in a beautiful estate diamond ring, a family heirloom passed down through generations. She was beaming, convinced she had...
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"Every object tells a story. My job is to listen."
With a lifelong passion for history and material culture, Jessica Rickman has established herself as a leading voice in the appraisal of antiques and collectibles in Middle Tennessee.
Jessica brings a meticulous eye and scholarly approach to every valuation. Whether you are settling an estate, insuring a precious heirloom, or preparing for a charitable donation, she ensures you receive a comprehensive and accurate report compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
Jessica is a graduate of the Asheford Institute of Antiques, and is the staff appraiser for The Journal of Antiques & Collectibles, where her articles appear 12 times per year in their print editions.
Jessica is a dealer of antiques and collectibles at Gaslamp Antiques in Nashville, Tennessee under the business name Apparitions, which underlines her passion for locating unique and hard to find items.
Trust & Compliance
All valuation reports generated by Jessica Rickman Appraisals are fully compliant with the current Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) guidelines. Valuations are structured to meet strict IRS appraisal requirements for estate tax, non-cash charitable contributions (IRS Form 8283), and legal dissolution requirements across Middle Tennessee.
Comprehensive valuation services tailored to your specific needs.
Fair market value appraisals for IRS estate tax filing, equitable distribution among heirs, and probate requirements for Williamson and Davidson County courts.
Retail replacement value appraisals to ensure your valuable items are adequately protected against loss or damage.
Compliant appraisals for non-cash charitable contributions, meeting all IRS documentation standards.
Professional Blockchain & Digital Asset Valuations for Estate Executors, Divorce Attorneys, and Equitable Distribution in Tennessee.
Jessica utilizes professional forensic software tools to identify valuable blockchain and digital assets located in crypto wallets for estate executors, divorce attorneys, and equitable distribution in Tennessee.
Valuing scrap estate gold, sterling silver hollowware, and flatware patterns.
Jessica has a business relationship with the same refineries that jewelers and other gold and silver buyers do. She will work with the refinery on your behalf when valuing scrap estate gold, sterling silver hollowware, and flatware patterns—ensuring you get the most for every piece.
"Jessica's knowledge of antique jewelry is truly impressive. Her appraisal was thorough, professional, and helped us understand the true value of our grandmother's collection."- Sarah M., Estate Executor
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(615) 852-7830
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Office
By Appointment Only
101 Creekstone
Blvd, Franklin, TN 37064