Business Details
Expert Estate Sales & Antique Jewelry Services in Hoboken, NJ
Discovery Antiques & Jewelry was founded on a shared passion for preserving history and exceptional craftsmanship. With over 50 years of combined experience, Angela and John Conforti specialize in estate sales, antique acquisitions, and jewelry valuation. Our team handles every aspect of estate liquidation, from property evaluation and marketing to staging and clean-up, ensuring a seamless process for clients during challenging times. We offer free, no-obligation consultations seven days a week and accept all major credit cards at our sales. Our expertise extends to consignment services through physical locations, online platforms, and auctions, with established relationships to NYC and national auction houses.Angela's background in fine art and fashion design, combined with John's decades of antique dealing experience, allows us to provide nuanced insights into item valuation and market trends. We pride ourselves on transparency, integrity, and personalized service, whether helping clients find unique home accents or managing complete estate transitions. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as trusted professionals in Hoboken, NJ, and surrounding areas.
Services
Estate Sales
Jewelry Appraisal
Antique Consignment
Home Liquidation
Art Valuation
Highlights and features
- We offer free, no-obligation estate consultations seven days a week
- Our team handles complete estate liquidation from start to finish
- 50+ years of combined experience in antique valuation and sales
- We accept all major credit cards at our estate sales
- Comprehensive clean-out services leave properties broom-cleaned
What people say
Professional and trustworthy
Successful sales
Compassionate service
Fair pricing
Stress-free transitions
Services
Estate Sales
Our comprehensive estate sale services include property evaluation, marketing, staging, and clean-up. We handle complete home liquidations, moving sales, and high-value item sales with compassionate, hands-on management throughout the process. Our experience ensures maximum returns while minimizing client stress during difficult transitions.
Jewelry Appraisal
We offer expert jewelry appraisal services using GIA-certified expertise. Our team evaluates gold, silver, and costume jewelry to determine fair market value. Clients receive precise assessments and competitive pricing options for selling estate jewelry collections or individual pieces.
Antique Consignment
Our consignment services utilize multiple sales channels including physical locations, online platforms, and auction partnerships. We handle research, marketing, and logistics for antiques, art, and collectibles, ensuring optimal exposure and returns for consigned items.
Home Liquidation
We provide complete home liquidation solutions from organization to final clean-up. Our team manages inventory, pricing, advertising, and customer service while offering optional broom-cleaning services post-sale to leave properties in pristine condition.
Art Valuation
Our art valuation services combine Angela's fine art expertise with market research to assess paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. We determine appropriate sales channels and pricing strategies to maximize returns for both individual pieces and entire collections.
People
Angela Conforti
Co-Owner
GIA-certified jewelry expert with a Fine Art degree from FIT. Former NYC fashion designer with 30+ years antique dealing experience. Specializes in art valuation and estate sale management.
John Conforti
Co-Owner
Antique industry veteran with 40+ years experience. Former owner of Summit Antiques Center warehouse. Expert in high-value item identification and auction market strategies. Manages logistics and operations.
Questions
What types of estate sales do you handle?
We manage moving sales, family estate settlements, liquidations for care facility transitions, and sales of high-value items like antiques and jewelry.
How do you determine item pricing?
Our team uses decades of experience, market research, and Angela's art expertise to provide accurate valuations for antiques, art, and jewelry.
Do you offer consignment options?
Yes, we offer consignment through our locations, online sales, and partnerships with NYC and national auction houses for maximum exposure.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Hoboken, NJ and surrounding areas including Livingston, Tewksbury, and Basking Ridge.
How are payments processed?
We accept all major credit cards at estate sales and provide estate summaries with payments within 5-10 business days.
