If you happen to be a firm believer of the term, one man's junk is another man's treasure. Then you likely have what it takes to be an antique appraiser. With this intriguing career, you not only get to find treasures every day, but you have the power to determine what they are worth, financial. Appraiser's examine works of art, jewelry and teaks and content of estate to determine their value and authenticity. This particular career requires immaculate knowledge of the subject and an understanding of current market value and trends. An antique appraiser uses their based knowledge, market trends and research of the subject matter to determine value of particular antiques. These appraises may be generalists, working with all kinds of antiques, or specializing narrowing the scope to a single film. Usually for this career, there is no formal education required. Learning and experience are gained by working as assistants to specialist in retail stores, galleries and auction houses. For fine art, you can work in galleries, though art dealers prefer to hire those with bachelor degrees in fine art or art history. As date appraises prefer to hire high school graduate as assistants, whom they will train to appraise certain types of articles. Advancements as an appraiser come with experience and specialization in a particular area. For those working in retail stores, advancements usually means taking on more appraisals and appraising articles of higher value. Experience appraises who have specialty may start their own business or work freelance.