Come and bring your antiques to be appraised as Lone Tree Antiques and the Eaton Historical Society host an Antique Appraisal Day on May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To schedule your appointment at the AJ Eaton Historic Carriage House,  please call or text 515-370-0895 to reserve your 20-minute appointment time (leave a message). Participants are welcome to bring 1-3 items at $10 per item (cash or check). Walk-ins are welcome but not guaranteed availability.  

Suggested items to be appraised include:

• Native American: Baskets, Pottery, Weavings, Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Paintings 

• Antique Cowboy: Saddles, Spurs, Bridles, Chaps, Buckles, Hats, Boots, & Rodeo Memorabilia; Prints; Toys, Antique Clothing, Postcards, Civil War, Indian Wars, Weapons, Guitars, and Other Musical Instruments, Historical Photographs, Books, Advertising, Eaton Historical items, sterling, coins, gold, pocket & wrist watches. Geary suggests bringing photos of large furniture or bulky items. 

• Please do not bring:  Non-Sterling/Plated Flatware or Tea Sets, Asian Pieces, Beanie Babies, Magazines, Post 1920 Newspapers

More information available: historicaleatonco.org