Antiques Appraisals

How valuable is that doll or piece of jewelry? Find out at the Hank Thompson Trek and Treat. Two appraisers, who previously served as appraisers on the PBS series "Antiques Roadshow," will be appraising antiques from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ann and Kenneth Hays will be appraising items for a fee of $10 per item. The Hays will not be appraising firearms, knives, stamps and coins at this event. The Hays are graciously donating their services and fees to the Hank Thompson Trek and Treat. Reservations are recommended but not required. To make a reservation, go to the "Contact Us" section and send us an email with your preferred time.

Ken Hays served as an appraiser for the PBS series, "Antiques Roadshow." Mr. Hays is an Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers and a designated Member of the International Society of Appraisers. Ken is a member of the Music Box Society, National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, and has conducted important antique auctions all over the country for over 35 years. Specialties are period furniture, silver, porcelain, antique dolls and toys, automated musical instruments and objects d'art. Mr. Hays is president of Hays & Associates, Inc., Auctioneers & Appraisers.

Ann Hays is vice president of Hays & Associates, an auction and appraisal firm. She is a licensed auctioneer with specialty training in antique and collectible dolls and toys. She has served as an appraiser for the PBS series, "Antiques Roadshow." Mrs. Hays is a Certified Appraiser of Personal Property with the International Society of Appraisers. Ann is a member of the United Federation of Doll Clubs, has served as a judge in various competitive exhibits of antiques, and has published numerous articles in national periodicals relating to antiques.

For more information about Hays and Associates, visit HaysAuction.com.