I’m Jessica Goodman, owner of San Francisco Trading Post, which I founded in 2020. I specialize in vintage and contemporary Native American jewelry, helping collectors, dealers, and families understand the pieces they own and make informed decisions about buying, selling, and documenting them.

 

My interest in antiques began early through my father’s more than 50 years in the trade. My own years of collecting developed into a business focused on Native American jewelry, with ongoing study of hallmarks, materials, construction, artist attribution, and the resale market.

 

I hold a B.A. in American Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz, am an International Gem Society Turquoise Specialist, and am a Certified Member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers. My experience includes serving as a judge at the 2025 Cherokee Art Market and on the selection committee for the 2026 Eiteljorg Indian Market.

 

My work combines reference research and market analysis with relationships built through artists, collectors, dealers, and jewelry communities. Those connections help inform my understanding of both the jewelry and the markets in which it is bought and sold.

 

Respect for Native American artists and accurate representation of their work guide my approach. I explain what the evidence supports, identify uncertainties, and distinguish documented information from attribution. Whether reviewing a single piece or a substantial collection, my goal is to provide clear, useful findings that help you better understand your jewelry.

 

For service options, pricing, and submission instructions, please visit the Evaluations page.