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Reyne Hirsch

Antiques Expert and Appraiser

Reyne Hirsch is an antiques expert, appraiser, writer, and the co-owner of the Dallas Auction Gallery based in Dallas, Texas. With over 25 years of experience, Reyne specializes in 20th century decorative arts, wristwatches, fine art and cars, luxury goods, and jewelry. Reyne was a repeat guest on CBS’ The Early Show and on Martha Stewart Living Radio. She was also the host of The Art of Collecting on NBC News and an on-air talent for 13 seasons of PBS’ Emmy-nominated series, Antiques Roadshow. She is a contributor to The Huffington Post and Buzzfeed, and has written for publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, BusinessWeek, Home & Garden, and more. Reyne also contributed to books including “Antiques Roadshow Collectibles” and “Adventures at the Auction”, and wrote “The Art of Glass” for the Dayton Art Museum.

Education

  • Series 6-7 License

Professional Achievements

  • Demonstrated expertise in 20th Century Decorative Arts, and is often called upon to appraise collectibles ranging from antique watches to $20 million dollar paintings
  • Appraiser for investment firms, high-end estates, and charity auctions
  • Host and co-producer of The Art of Collecting, a weekly fine art and antiques program on KPRC, Houston’s NBC station
  • Featured in multiple publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The Los Angeles Times, BusinessWeek, Home & Garden, Hemisphere Magazine, Worth Magazine, TV Guide, Family Circle Magazine, Time Out New York, Traditional Home, Romantic Home, Inspire Magazine and Collectors Weekly
  • Hosted and co-produced Ride TV’s “Ridiculous Ranches”, a program showcasing some of the most elaborate properties for sale on today’s market
  • Guest appraiser on the History Channel's hit series, "American Pickers"

Favorite Piece of Advice

Buy what you love, and you can never go wrong. Too often, people collect items they feel will increase in value over time. There are certainly things that do, but should the market fall out tomorrow, what are you really left with if you don't like it?

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Co-authored Articles (18)

The 35 Rarest & Most Valuable VHS Tapes (& How to Sell Them)

It might be time to sell if you have collectible VHS tapesHave you recently found old VHS tapes in the attic and are wondering if they could be worth anything? We’re here to tell you whether you should dust them off an...

Here’s How Much Your Cabbage Patch Dolls Are Worth Today

A guide to valuing CPKs & a list of rare and vintage dollsCabbage Patch Kids had high resale values from their original release in the early 1980s, and today they’re even more one-of-a-kind and valuable. While Cabbage ...

How to

Date Old Ball Mason Jars

Ball mason jars are a type of home canning jar made by the Ball Corporation. The company started making mason jars back in 1880, and many people today still use these for canning, or collect the jars as a hobby. There ar...

How to

Tell if a Chinese Vase Is Valuable

You heard stories of people finding old Chinese vases worth millions of dollars in their attics—how can you tell if you’ve got a valuable one on your hands, too? An expert appraiser can tell you exactly what it’s w...

How to

Identify Oneida Flatware Patterns

If you’re looking to identify or replace a utensil in your Oneida flatware collection, it can help to have the flatware pattern on hand. If you have some time to spare, examine your flatware and compare it to pictures ...

How to

Date Old Milk Cans

Estimate the age of old milk jugs with our detailed guideIf you’re an avid collector or a vintage enthusiast, you’ve probably stumbled across a few milk cans in your life. Usually made from tin, these cans range in s...

The 14 Rarest and Most Valuable Matchbox Cars Ever Made

See if your old diecast cars are worth big bucks todayMatchbox cars have been around for over 70 years, and some are worth a pretty penny today. While the majority of vintage Matchbox cars from Lesney Products sell for a...

How Much Are Hummels Worth? How to Find Your Figurine's Value

Plus, learn the history of these charming German figurines If you've ever seen a ceramic Hummel child figurine, it was probably when you were visiting your grandmother's house or shopping at an estate sale for an elderly...

How to Determine the Value of an Antique Trunk

Identify and determine the worth of antique trunks Perhaps you’ve come into possession of an antique trunk and want to know what it’s worth, or maybe you’re beginning to collect antiques and want to make sure you�...

How to Identify an Antique Doll (With Pictures)

Use this guide to decode the clues hidden inside antique dollsCollecting antique dolls is a popular hobby that can be both enjoyable and used as an investment for the collector. Checking the manufacturer's mark is the be...

How to

Identify Antique Dinnerware

Although it'll likely take an expert to appraise the value of your dinnerware, you can often determine whether or not something is an antique by investigating it for identifying marks and features. Dinnerware is a loose ...

The 20 Rarest & Most Valuable Disney VHS Tapes (Including Black Diamonds!)

Are VHS copies of Fantasia or Beauty and the Beast worth 1000s?While you’ve probably stored your old Disney VHS tapes away in favor of Disney+, the retro media could be worth anywhere from tens to thousands of dollars....

19 of the Most Expensive Things on Earth (& How Much They Cost)

Learn why these items are priced in the millions and billions When you think of a ridiculously expensive item, the first thing that comes to mind might be a huge mansion, luxurious yacht, or private plane. But in realit...

A Complete Guide to the Types of Porcelain Dolls & Their Values

Read about the rarest (and most valuable) collectible porcelain dolls Do you have an old porcelain doll and you’re wondering what it’s worth? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This article covers how to estima...

How Much Are Madame Alexander Dolls Worth? + The 12 Most Valuable Dolls

Learn where to buy and sell these collectible dolls Madame Alexander dolls have been handed down from mother to daughter for generations. Known for their authentic costumes and quality craftsmanship, these dolls were des...

20 of the Most Valuable Vinyl Records Ever Sold

Learn what makes the most valuable albums so special If you’ve ever flipped through a bin of dusty records and wondered if any of them were valuable, you might just have been onto something. Rare records can bring hund...

An Identification Guide for Chamber Pot Markings

Uncover the history and provenance of any antique chamber pot You may call it the loo, the john, or even the potty, but back in the day, the mighty “chamber pot” was the toilet to rule them all. Despite their icky or...

How to Identify Roseville Pottery Marks & Spot Fake Replicas

A collector's guide to identifying & valuing true Roseville PotteryRoseville Pottery is a popular antique pottery brand that can fetch a pretty penny depending on the line and condition of the piece. Because of its popul...