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Exceptional molded copper Leaping Horse Weathervane, Boston, ca. 1860. Sold at auction for $150,000
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Rare Chinese Vase Kept in Family's Kitchen Sells for $1.8 Million
The artifact, dating to the 18th century and made during the Qianlong period for an emperor, received interest from collectors worldwide and sold for $1 million more than expected.
2-DAY AUCTION – 400+ VINTAGE SAFES & ANTIQUES
The Irving Isicoff Collection / International Museum of Safes will be sold at AUCTION on May 25th & 26th. Visit www.stamplerauctions.com to register and prebid. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that includes safes over 200 years old along with over 300 lots of antique scales, décor and more. Don’t miss it. See y’all there.
'The Sugar Shack' Dances to Record $15.3M Sale at Christie's
Buyer says he 'stole' artist Ernie Barnes' masterpiece despite paying 76 times the pre-auction estimate of $200,000 for the spectacularly jubilant work.
Iconic Man Ray Photograph Sells for Record $12.4 Million
The famed 'Le Violon d'Ingres' from 1924 makes history as the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction.
Railroad Memorabilia Building Up Steam In The Market
Recent auctions highlight how collectors are 'all aboard' fast-moving popularity of railroad memorabilia.
Warhol's 'Marilyn' Sells for Record-Shattering $195 Million
'Shot Sage Blue Marilyn' makes history as the most expensive 20th-century American artwork ever sold at auction.
Chinese Vase Found in Kitchen Could Fetch $186K
The rare artifact dates to the 18th century and was made during the Qianlong period for an emperor.
10 Best Flea Markets
From Brimfield to the Rose Bowl, and all places in between, these are the best flea markets in the country.
'Strong to the Finich': Popeye Tank Sets New World Record
The rare toy realizes $105,000 and was bought by a collector who owned it 20 years ago and plans to display it in a private toy museum.
Joan Crawford's Favorite Citrine Jewelry Suite Heads to Auction
Jewels worn by actress Mitzi Gaynor, diamonds galore and property from several noteworthy estates also shine in Heritage Auctions' star-studded sale.
Beatles Poster Sells for Record-Shattering $275,000
The iconic Shea Stadium concert poster shares the stage with the Grateful Dead, whose ‘Skeletons & Roses’ poster sells for a record $137,500.
Bitters Bottle Could Bring $30,000 at Glass Works' Auction
The Old Sachem Bitters and Wigwam Tonic bottle is the star lot in a two-day sale April 25-26 packed with flasks, inks, target balls, fire grenades, and black glass.
Woods’ ‘Tiger Slam’ Irons Sell For More Than $5M at Golden Age Golf Auctions
Tiger Woods memorabilia hits a hole-in-one as historic clubs used during Woods' memorable 'Tiger Slam' in 2000-2001 shatter golf collectibles record at Golden Age Golf Auctions.
Auction Features Eye-Popping Collection of Prized Popeye Toys
The April 9 Milestone sale offers the finest collection of the wisecracking cartoon sailor ever to reach market, including a sought-after tank that could bring $40,000, and also rolls out rare automotive and character toys.
Mickey and Minnie Cruise to a Record $222,000
The Tippco toy motorcycle is one of many highlights of the Monique Knowlton Collection that rakes in a total of $2.16 million at Bertoia Auctions.
2-DAY AUCTION – 400+ VINTAGE SAFES & ANTIQUES
The Irving Isicoff Collection / International Museum of Safes will be sold at AUCTION on May 25th & 26th. Visit www.stamplerauctions.com to register and prebid. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that includes safes over 200 years old along with over 300 lots of antique scales, décor and more. Don’t miss it. See y’all there.
