I have been involved in the Civil War industry, first as collector, then dealer, and now Independent appraiser and consultant in the field of Antique American Historical Property. My specialty and best expertise is Civil War and especially Confederate items. I lived in Atlanta over 50 years and last 10 in North Palm Beach, FL. I travel extensively all over the US for consulting and appraisals.
Dealer and appraiser in Civil War artifacts with Stone Mtn. Relics, Inc 1979-2002.
Independent appraiser and consultant in the field of Antique American Historical Property since 2002.
Appraised many of the largest and most important Civil War collections ever assembled.
Appeared as appraiser of Arms and Armor on PBS Antique Road Show,
Seasons 2, 3 & 4, 1998- 2000.
Writes qualified letters of authenticity on most any valuable Civil War or historical items.
Certifications of exemption for antique objects containing Endangered Species Act (ESA) materials, i.e., ivory, for
legal federal commerce.
Co-author of Confederate Bowie Knives published by Man at Arms, 2012 and writes monthly columns published in several antique publications for over 10 years, “Ask the Civil War Collector” and Ask the Civil War Appraiser”
Certified appraiser, International Society of Appraisers (ISA-CAPP) since 2015, Accredited ISA since 2000
Accredited appraiser, American Appraiser^s Association (AAA) since 2004
Accredited Senior Appraiser, American Society of Appraisers (ASA) 2019
Lifetime Memberships In:
Antique Bowie Knife Association
Colorado Gun Collectors Association
Forks of the Delaware Antique Weapons Association
Ohio Gun Collectors Association
Ohio Valley Military Society
Pennsylvania Antique Gun Collectors Association
Southeastern Antique Arms Collectors Association
Texas Gun Collectors Association