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.
The phone rings, and it’s Mrs. Gable. She’s inherited her grandmother’s exquisite Victorian mourning brooch, a piece she cherishes for sentimental reasons. She’s not looking...
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Imagine stumbling upon a dusty box in your grandmother’s attic, filled with what looks like old, brightly colored plastic bangles and brooches. You might dismiss...
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The scent of aged paper and faded ink, a whisper of past adventures. Imagine finding a small, brittle envelope tucked away in a dusty attic...
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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.
Comprehensive valuation services tailored to your specific needs.
Fair market value appraisals for IRS estate tax filing, equitable distribution among heirs, and probate requirements.
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.
Assisting clients with their precious metals.
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 to ensure you get the most for your precious metals.
"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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Phone
(615) 852-7830
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Office
By Appointment Only
101 Creekstone
Blvd, Franklin, TN 37064