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Silver | November 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM

This silver auction presents American and European pieces dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. Highlights include Tiffany & Co. nursery items from the 1940s, an Alfredo Sciarrotta-designed dish for Black Starr and Gorham from the 1950s, and Georgian British sterling from 1824. The collection features works from prestigious American manufacturers like Gorham, Wallace, and International Silver Company, alongside continental pieces from Georg Jensen, Koch & Bergfeld, and French makers bearing the Minerva mark. Notable items include coin silver by important 19th-century American silversmiths, Paul Revere reproduction pieces, and decorative items ranging from repousse bowls to weighted compotes. A significant portion comprises silver souvenir spoons from American cities, Canadian locations, and European destinations. The auction also includes specialized categories such as Judaica, children's silver, and vanity accessories, representing various silver standards from sterling to continental 800 silver.

Jewelry | November 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM

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This fine jewelry auction features an impressive collection of gold, diamond, and designer pieces. Highlights include an Omega wristwatch in 14k gold, an 18k gold graduated necklace, and a diamond solitaire ring with approximately 0.5-carat center stone. Designer pieces from Tiffany & Co. and Anne Besse Shepherd demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship, while vintage timepieces from Elgin, Waltham, and Hamilton add historical significance. The collection includes various gemstone pieces featuring emeralds, sapphires, jade, and pearls, alongside Southwest silver jewelry with turquoise. Heritage items include mid-20th century class rings, vintage chatelaines, and distinctive cameo jewelry. Notable pieces include a 10k gold diamond bracelet and a 14k gold cameo pin/pendant with a chariot motif. The auction also features amber jewelry, cloisonné works, and marcasite pieces representing various periods and styles.

Vehicles and Equipment | November 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM

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Bid on a 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Convertible, a 2019 Polaris Sportsman 570 ATV and a 2019 Carry-On Trailer. Have a vehicle to sell? We are inviting consignments for upcoming auctions: Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Collectible Cars, Everyday Cars and Trucks, Exotic Cars, Sports Cars, Luxury Cars.

Estate Sale | Schwenksville, PA | November 18, 2024 at 8:00 PM

    This estate auction presents a curated collection of furniture from prestigious manufacturers Baker Milling Road and Bernhardt, alongside Taylor King upholstered pieces. Notable items include a neoclassical chest of drawers, lighted china cabinet, and power recliners with modern battery packs. Fine decorative pieces feature Royal Doulton Toby mugs, Chinese cloisonne vases, and sterling silver servingware. The art collection includes a Leroy Neiman 1972 Munich Olympics print and Oriental rugs, including a distinctive Hosseinabad. Premium kitchenware brands represented include Waterford crystal, Wedgwood, and Royal Cauldon china. The technology offering spans from vintage 1980s Compaq computers to modern Bose audio equipment. Additional highlights include a Singer sewing machine with original accessories, vintage international dolls, Disney collectible watches, and a comprehensive collection of antique books featuring classic authors.

    Home & Decor | November 14, 2024 at 8:00 PM

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    Vintage collectibles & sports memorabilia highlight this multi-category auction.  This diverse auction features significant sports memorabilia, including a 1973 Topps Mike Schmidt rookie card and vintage Post cereal baseball cards from 1963. Authenticated signed photographs from baseball legends Ted Williams, Joe DiMaggio, and Mickey Mantle complement professional football memorabilia from Terry Bradshaw and Eli Manning. The sale presents antique German bisque dolls from makers like Kestner, Simon & Halbig, and Armand Marseille, alongside Qing era Chinese snuff bottles and Japanese Satsuma pottery. Notable items include Victorian automaton bird cages, Roseville pottery, and HO scale model trains from manufacturers like Mantua and Athearn. Decorative arts encompass Royal Doulton figures, Dresden-style porcelain, cut crystal, and Royal Copenhagen tableware. Sports publications include Philadelphia Phillies yearbooks spanning 1973-1995. 

    Mid-Century Modern and Design | November 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM

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      This auction features an impressive selection of mid-century modern furniture and art from renowned 20th-century designers and artists. Key pieces include unique handcrafted furniture by New Hope craftsman Gino Russo, blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. Danish modern furniture is well-represented with pieces by Niels Moller, Johannes Andersen, and Henning Kjaernulf.  Art offerings range from Romain de Tirtoff's (Erté) Art Deco illustrations to contemporary works by Justin Gaffrey, Jim Bloom, and Sterling Boyd Strauser, represented by an oil painting titled "Table Top Arrangement" from 1989. Val Bertoia's Sonambient sculptures continue the legacy of innovative sound art. Decorative arts include Rosenthal porcelain by Bjorn Wiinblad and Versace crystal, adding luxury to the mid-century aesthetic. A collection of rare Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe photographs from the 1950s rounds out this diverse auction of mid-century design and art.

      Discovery Art | November 13, 2024 at 7:00 PM

      This art auction presents a diverse collection of 19th and 20th-century artwork across various media. Featured artists include French painter Urbain Emmanuel Huchet, known for his European street scenes and coastal landscapes, and American modernist Richard Rogers, whose work spans Fauvism to Abstract Expressionism. The collection includes prints by Pablo Picasso and Japanese woodblock prints by Kogyo Tsukioka, alongside works by contemporary artists such as Ann Yost Whitesell and Patricia Buckley Moss. Social activist artist Marlene E. Miller's prints and drawings, focused on historical women and social issues, are prominently featured. The artwork spans multiple styles and techniques, from traditional oils and watercolors to lithographs and etchings. Notable pieces include European landscapes, modernist abstractions, portraits, and Asian art including Chinese scrolls. The collection represents various artistic movements from traditional representational work to modern abstract expressions.

      Estate Sale | Newtown Square, PA | November 11, 2024 at 8:00 PM

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        This estate auction showcases quality home furnishings, tools, and electronics. Prominent furniture pieces include Hooker Furniture bedroom sets and a vintage W.H. Gunlocke Chair Co. armchair. Electronics feature a Samsung 65" TV, Bose 700 soundbar, and Herman Miller Aeron chair paired with a Samsung curved monitor. The workshop equipment includes professional-grade tools from DeWalt, Bosch, and Ridgid, alongside a Graco Ultra 395 paint sprayer. Outdoor power equipment features Greenworks and Husqvarna brands, plus a 2006 Polaris Sportsman 700 4x4 ATV. Kitchen appliances include premium brands like KitchenAid and an Ooni Koda 16 pizza oven. Notable art and decorative pieces feature Waterford crystal, a John Folinsbee signed drawing, and Persian handwoven carpets. Recreational items include a Klein Pulse Comp mountain bike, Celestron telescope, and various sporting goods, representing a diverse collection of quality household items.

        Sold! Real Estate for Sale | 2228 Trenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125

        WE SELL REAL ESTATE! “There is no shortage of cool in Fishtown,” and this updated home on Trenton Avenue is no exception. Fishtown teems with coffee shops, a variety of dining options, music venues, galleries, parks and entertainment for all ages.  This neighborhood is accessible via multiple forms of transportation including SEPTA’s Market-Frankford Line, bus and the Route 15 trolley.  Street parking is also available.  Come and see why Fishtown is called “one of Philadelphia’s most exciting neighborhoods!”. This home is listed traditionally and being offered for sale at $250,000.

        Sports Cards | November 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM

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        This auction showcases an impressive collection of baseball cards, spanning from early 20th-century tobacco cards to modern classics. The highlight is an extensive selection of T206 tobacco cards (1909-1911), featuring baseball legends like Ty Cobb, Cy Young, and Walter Johnson. Notable rarities include variations and less common card backs. The collection extends to mid-century complete and partial sets, including a 1948 Bowman set with Stan Musial and Yogi Berra rookie cards. Cards from the 1950s through 1980s feature icons like Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, and Cal Ripken Jr. A 1979 Wayne Gretzky rookie card adds hockey appeal to the mix. Football enthusiasts will find early Topps issues from the 1960s and 1970s, starring players like Johnny Unitas and Joe Namath. Unique items such as 1940s-1950s Exhibit cards round out this comprehensive collection, offering a journey through baseball card history.

        Tools and Equipment | November 5, 2024 at 7:00 PM

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        This tool and equipment auction centers around premium agricultural and workshop machinery, headlined by two Kubota tractors - a B8200 4WD diesel model and a G2000 featuring 4-wheel steering. The collection spans professional-grade power tools from leading manufacturers including DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita, alongside comprehensive lawn care equipment from Husqvarna and Craftsman. Workshop highlights include multiple professional tool storage solutions, air compressors, and specialty equipment such as Dremel rotary tools with extensive accessories. The auction features heavy-duty items an anvil, professional-grade vises, and comprehensive hand tool sets from respected brands like Craftsman, Pittsburgh, and Husky. Notable power equipment includes a DeWalt Honda-powered pressure washer, multiple compound sliding miter saws, and professional-grade table saws, complemented by a selection of cordless tool sets with batteries and chargers.

        Paxson Hill Farm Estate Sale Part 4 | New Hope, PA | November 4, 2024 at 8:00 PM

          This auction offers a diverse selection of antique and vintage items, featuring furniture pieces such as an American Empire mahogany dresser, a roll-top desk, and an Eastlake settee. Art enthusiasts will find oil paintings, watercolors, and signed prints by artists like Peter Corbin. The collection includes outdoor furniture, garden equipment, and decorative items like cast metal stoves and vintage sleds. Collectibles on offer range from Norman Rockwell figurines to Byers Choice Caroler dolls and Department 56 village pieces. Wine collectors will find vintages from notable vineyards. The auction also features household appliances, exercise equipment, and craft supplies. Commercial items include retail refrigerators and catering equipment. Garden lovers will appreciate the variety of planters and outdoor accessories. This auction presents an opportunity to acquire unique pieces spanning furniture, art, collectibles, and practical household items.

          Paxson Hill Farm Vehicles and Equipment Part 3 | New Hope, PA | November 4, 2024 at 6:00 PM

            This auction showcases a variety of vehicles and equipment suitable for construction, landscaping, and general contracting work. Highlights include a 2018 Ford F-350 pickup truck with a dump body, and a 2018 Ford Transit Van, both offering powerful engines and ample cargo space. Heavy-duty items feature a Mudhens utility trailer with a 12,000 lb capacity and a late 1970s Ford 2600 tractor equipped with attachments. For specialized tasks, there's a Bandit 65X tree chipper and a Kubota SSV 75 PHC skid-steer loader with various attachments. The auction also includes additional skid-steer accessories like buckets, a log grapple, and a plow. Smaller items such as a Predator gas generator and an EZ-Go Workhorse golf cart round out the offerings. This collection provides opportunities for professionals and enthusiasts to acquire versatile equipment for enhancing their operations or personal projects.

            Alderfer Auction at the Great American Guitar Show in Oaks, PA | November 2 and 3, 2024

            Visit us at the Great American Guitar Show at Oaks, PA; being held from Saturday, November 2nd thru Sunday, November 3rd at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Come see our Musical Instrument Team and browse guitars being sold in our November 21st auction. **We will be accepting consignments at this show.**

            Home & Decor | October 31, 2024 at 8:00 PM

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            This diverse auction showcases a wide range of vintage electronics, collectibles, and decorative items. Photography enthusiasts will find vintage cameras from brands like Agfa, Kodak, and Rolleiflex. The auction features numerous new old stock Toshiba electronics, including transistor radios and portable televisions from the 1960s and 1970s. Toy collectors can explore vintage dolls, including Shirley Temple and Madame Alexander, as well as Barbie items and pressed steel trucks. The auction also presents vintage luggage, Swarovski crystal figures, and Waterford crystal stemware. Music memorabilia, particularly Beatles items, is well-represented with vinyl records, posters, and collectibles. Other notable items include vintage seltzer bottles, tobacciana, antique firefighting equipment, and quilts. Fine metal enthusiasts will find sterling silver pieces from Black Starr and Frost, as well as Chinese and Southeast Asian silver wares. This auction offers something for collectors across various interests and eras.