John Sexton

Historical Americana Appraisal Service

A well known and respected expert in American Historical memorabilia, including guns, swords, flags and uniforms especially Civil War Confederate items. 

I appraise and authenticate for individuals, estates and institutions for all purposes. I travel nationwide for appraisal and consulting assignments.  I also attend most major auctions and trade shows of historic arms, vetting for authenticity and representing clients as agent for purchases.

Qualifications as Appraiser and Consultant​​

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

Appraised, brokered, bought, sold cataloged and promoted over $100,000,000.00 of valuable historic memorabilia, including the most expensive and valuable Confederate arms in most every category over past 25 years

  • Accredited appraiser, International Society of Appraisers (ISA) 2000
  • Accredited appraiser, Appraisers Association of America (AAA) 2004
  • Certified appraiser, International Society of Appraisers (ISA-CAPP) 2015
  • Accredited Senior Appraiser, American Society of Appraisers (ASA) 2016
  • Current USPAP Compliance through September 19, 2025

Qualified letters of authenticity on valuable historic objects. I maintain Confederate and Civil War arms research library and archive including largest and most comprehensive proprietary database of Confederate revolvers.
Certifications of antique objects containing Endangered Species Act (ESA) materials.

Appraisals and consultations for most any intended use including tax, estate, insurance, equitable distribution, etc
“Qualified Appraiser” for Federal Tax purposes per Treasury regulation 170(f)(11) and §§ 1.170A–16(d)(1)(ii) and 1.170A–16(e)(1)(ii). I have never been prohibited from practicing before the IRS.

Our Services

Appraisals

Consulting

Representation