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Alderfer Auction

Alderfer Auction has a team of experienced professionals in the areas of Auction, Appraisal, Estate Sales, Business Liquidations and Real Estate Services. We work with individuals, financial advisors, accountants, attorneys, banks, executors and insurance companies to help develop a plan for personal and real estate property. Whether you are in transition of relocating, moving, divorce, splitting assets, downsizing and liquidating collections or the passing of a family member and the inheritance process, Alderfer Auction can help make it easier for you. With well over a half century of experience in promoting auctions, we not only know the marketplace, we know how to reach buyers regionally and internationally, to create awareness and ultimately resulting in successful auction sales for our consigners.

 


Current Auctions

Mar 24
Now Accepting Bids!

Vehicles and Equipment | March 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  •   Mar 10 @ 4:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 24 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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Whether you are looking to upgrade your daily commute, expand your fleet of landscaping machinery, or acquire a unique piece of motorized history, our upcoming auction offers a versatile selection for every bidder. This collection spans decades of engineering, bringing together modern reliability, and heavy-duty utility. Join us online for this auction where practical performance meets collectible heritage. Vehicles will include: 2004 Toyota Corolla, 2008 Toyota RAV4, 2009 Honda Civic, 2012 Nissan Leaf, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Truck. Cycles include a 1984 BMW Motorcycle. Equipment will feature a John Deere Tractor and a John Deere Mower.

Mar 25
Reserve an Appointment. Walk-Ins Welcome!

Walk-In Wednesdays at Doylestown | Complimentary Valuations | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Reserve an Appointment. Walk-Ins Welcome!
Walk-In Valuation Wednesdays are now at our new location on 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown. Have artwork, decoratives, jewelry, silver, mid-century modern, coins or collectibles? Have you ever wondered about the value for the intent to sell? Bring in your items for a free complimentary valuation every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments and Walk-Ins welcome. Limit 2 items. For larger collections schedule an in-home valuation at preview@alderferauction.com or calling us at 215-393-3000. Valuations are a verbal estimate of item(s). It is not a formally written, legal document or appraisal. Please allow additional time for jewelry valuations.  We will also continue 1st Thursday's, Meet the Specialist, in our new office on 3359 Durham Road.

Mar 25
Now Accepting Bids!

Jewelry | March 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Mar 10 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 25 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This jewelry auction features more than 200 lots of estate jewelry, vintage watches, and designer accessories led by Tiffany & Co., Swarovski, Gorham, Omega, Breitling, Seiko, Bulova, Hamilton, Gruen, Benrus, Ebel, Heuer, Girard, Gucci, Coach, and Disney. Gold jewelry anchors the sale with multiple 14K yellow gold necklaces, chain necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and rings. Sterling silver jewelry includes cuff bracelets, bangle bracelets, chain bracelets, necklaces, and rings with designer sterling pieces from Tiffany & Co Vintage wristwatches form a major category with Omega and Breitling watches alongside Hamilton, Gruen, Benrus, Ebel, Heuer, Girard, Seiko, and Bulova wristwatches. The catalog includes both mechanical and quartz watch examples from these established brands.

Mar 26
Sells at or above $400,000

Real Estate For Auction | 1850 Briarcliff Terrace, Allentown, PA 18103 | March 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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  •   Mar 26 @ 4:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 26 @ 4:00pm EDT (End)
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Nestled within the aspiring Brookhaven subdivision, this expansive 4,173 sq. ft. residence is more than just a house, it’s a sprawling canvas for your lifestyle. Conveniently positioned near the Lehigh Valley Hospital Network and RT-78, this home blends suburban serenity with effortless regional accessibility. With a solid structure, sound mechanicals and a versatile layout, 1850 Briarcliff Terrace is a blank canvas ready for your modern updates. This home offers a rare dual-primary configuration, providing incredible flexibility with a main floor primary for easy, single-level living.  A second master suite or private guest wing on the second floor, totaling 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms across the home. This property is being sold at public auction on Thursday March 26th at 4:00 PM. Sells at or above $400,000.

Mar 26
Now Accepting Bids!

Home & Decor | March 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Mar 12 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 26 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This Home and Decor auction features a variety of crystal, porcelain, sterling silver, and decorative tableware from established makers including Baccarat, Steuben, Waterford, Lenox, Wedgwood, Noritake, Herend, Tiffany & Co., Towle, and Wallace. The catalog centers on estate table settings, crystal glassware, serving pieces, and decorative display items. Highlights include Baccarat crystal bowls and stemware. Steuben art glass appears with decorative Steuben glass pieces, while Waterford contributes crystal bowls and stemware. Highlights include Baccarat crystal bowls and Baccarat drinking glasses, Steuben art glass pieces, and Waterford crystal bowls and stemware. Porcelain lots feature Herend porcelain items, Rosenthal china serving pieces, Wedgwood porcelain tableware, and Lenox china. Vintage cutlery sets include a Joseph Rodgers & Sons fish serving knife and fork set and a Samuel Peace carving knife and fork set. Additional lots include leather-bound books, antique collectibles, bronze sculptures, prints, collectible U.S. stamp covers. Towle, Reed & Barton, Joseph Rodgers & Sons, and Samuel Peace, this auction offers a strong estate selection of collectibles for all.

Mar 30
ONE DAY Pickup in Warminster PA

Model Home Furniture | Warminster, PA Part 3 | March 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Mar 16 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 30 @ 8:03am EDT (End)
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Warminster Estate Sale Part 3 features nearly 300 lots of contemporary furniture, lighting, and home décor from a modern furnished residence. The sale includes sofas, loveseats, accent chairs, coffee tables, lighting, rugs, wall art, and decorative accessories. Furniture highlights include a gray Modway upholstered sofa, a teal Modway button-tufted loveseat, and a Lloyd’s of Chatham loveseat. Additional seating includes upholstered benches and Barcelona-style lounge chairs with tufted cushions. Living room furniture includes glass-top coffee tables, black metal accent tables, side tables, and console tables. Lighting appears in multiple lots of table lamps and floor lamps, including decorative ceramic and metal lamp bases with fabric shades. Wall décor includes large abstract canvas artwork and framed prints. Area rugs appear in several sizes, along with decorative pillows and throw pillow groupings. Decorative accessories include faux plant arrangements, tabletop décor, bowls, and accent sculptures. The catalog also includes outdoor furniture and patio seating pieces. With Modway seating, a Lloyd’s of Chatham loveseat, Barcelona-style chairs, modern coffee tables, lamps, abstract wall art, area rugs, decorative pillows, faux plants, and patio furniture, this estate sale offers a large selection of contemporary home furnishings and décor suitable for modern interiors.

Mar 31
Now Accepting Bids!

Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls | Day 1 | March 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 6 @ 10:00am EST (Start)
  •   Mar 31 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Welcome to a premier two-day event at Alderfer Auction, where history and artistry meet in an extraordinary showcase of Antique and Fine Dolls. This curated auction proudly features the Estate of Camille G. Zagaroli, headlined by her remarkable English Doll Collection, et al. The 2-Day catalog spans centuries and styles, offering a breathtaking diversity of categories to captivate every level of collector and will include: 1940’s – 1960’s, Animals, Antique Clothing, Artist, Black, China/Parian, Cloth, Composition, Contemporary/Vintage, English, French Bisque, German Bisque, Googlie, Holiday/Novelties, Miniatures, Native American, Papier Mache/Wax, Peddlers, Schoenhut, Toys, Wooden & more. Whether you are seeking the craftsmanship of a Queen Anne or the charm of a vintage Steiff "Pup," this auction offers a rare opportunity to acquire pieces of doll-making history. 

Mar 31
Sells at or above $450,000

Real Estate For Auction | 77 Lenape Drive, Doylestown PA 18901 | March 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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  •   Mar 31 @ 4:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 31 @ 4:00pm EDT (End)
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Bring your vision to this classic 2,188-square-foot colonial, positioned on a .39-acre corner lot in New Britain Borough and the highly sought-after Central Bucks School District. This four-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home offers the ideal canvas for homeowners and investors looking for property in Bucks County. The mechanicals have been well-maintained and are in working order, serviced by public utilities and natural gas. This location is minutes from Delaware Valley University, Penn Medicine Doylestown Health, and historic Doylestown shops. While this home is ready for a refresh, its "good bones" and generous floor plan make it a rare find. This property sells at public auction on Tuesday, March 31st at 4:00 PM. Sells at or above $450,000.

Apr 1
Now Accepting Bids!

Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls | Day 2 | April 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 6 @ 1:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Apr 1 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Welcome to a premier two-day event at Alderfer Auction, where history and artistry meet in an extraordinary showcase of Antique and Fine Dolls. This curated auction proudly features the Estate of Camille G. Zagaroli, headlined by her remarkable English Doll Collection, et al. The 2-Day catalog spans centuries and styles, offering a breathtaking diversity of categories to captivate every level of collector and will include: 1940’s – 1960’s, Animals, Antique Clothing, Artist, Black, China/Parian, Cloth, Composition, Contemporary/Vintage, English, French Bisque, German Bisque, Googlie, Holiday/Novelties, Miniatures, Native American, Papier Mache/Wax, Peddlers, Schoenhut, Toys, Wooden & more. Whether you are seeking the craftsmanship of a Queen Anne or the charm of a vintage Steiff "Pup," this auction offers a rare opportunity to acquire pieces of doll-making history.

Apr 2
Schedule Today at inhome@alderferauction.com or 215-393-3000

Complimentary In-Home Evaluations

Schedule Today at inhome@alderferauction.com or 215-393-3013
Alderfer Auction invites you to share the history and unique stories of the items that you treasure. With over 60 years experience in antiques and collectibles, our team will guide you in understanding which items have value in today’s market. Whether downsizing, settling an estate, or planning for the future, allow our team to partner with you in taking those next steps. It’s never too soon to give us a call. We offer In-Home Evaluation For These Areas: Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Hunterdon, Mercer, Burlington and neighboring PA & NJ counties. Now scheduling appointments for the following areas: April 2 - Doylestown, New Hope, Solebury, Buckingham; April 9 - New Hope, Lambertville, Stockton, Frenchtown; April 16 - Doylestown, New Hope, Pennington, Hopewell, Princeton; April 23 - New Hope, Titusville, Washington Crossing.

Apr 2
Appointments preferred, Walk-ins Welcome!

1st Thursday Valuations at Doylestown | Meet Our Fine Arts Specialist Christian Answini | April 2, 2026 from 10AM - 3PM

Appointments Preferred, Walk-Ins Welcome!
  •   Apr 2 @ 10:00am EDT (Start)
  •   Apr 2 @ 3:00pm EDT (End)
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Come to our new location in Doylestown on the 1st Thursday of every month to have our specialists valuate your personal items.  On April 2nd, meet Christian Answini, our Sr. Fine Art Specialist and writer of the Alderfer Auction Blog, valuate your personal items. Limit 2 items. Christian contributes a range of skills as an auctioneer, historian, and scientist which offer both a broad and targeted knowledge base to our Fine and Decorative Art, Specialty, and Single Owner auctions. His thorough research and Renaissance approach have yielded success for our consignors in a wide range of merchandise including fine art, silver, Americana, comic books, and pop culture materials. Christian’s 10+ years as an auctioneer and 6 years serving on the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association has enabled him to build a strong local and national network within the auction, antique, and fine art community. Seeking for valuation: Fine Art | Jewelry | Silver | Decoratives | Mid-Century Modern | Bronzes & Sculpture | Porcelain | Pottery | Rugs | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Firearms | Militaria | Historical| Musical Instruments | Sports Memorabilia | Vintage Toys | Collectibles | Estate Sales.

Apr 2
Open House: Tues, March 24th from 3PM – 5PM

Real Estate For Auction | 268 W. Orvilla Rd., Lansdale PA 19446 | April 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Open House: Tuesday, March 24th from 3PM – 5PM. This 2,426 sq ft home at 268 W. Orvilla Rd. in Towamencin Township offers modern living with Mid-Century Modern touches. Built in 2012 within the North Penn School District, it features a chef's kitchen with gas cooking and a granite island, a great room with high ceilings and a gas fireplace, and a dedicated office on the main level. The second floor includes a primary suite with a soaking tub and separate shower, plus three additional bedrooms and a laundry room. The basement is set up as a professional-grade studio. Outside, there's a back deck and an oversized two-car garage. This home sells at auction on Thursday, April 2nd at 4:00 PM. Sells at or above $500,000. Additionally, the home’s contents will be sold via an estate sale at AlderferAuction.com with bidding open from April 15th through the 27th. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this home in a prime location between Allentown Rd and Rt 63, Lansdale.

Apr 7
Now Accepting Bids!

Coin and Currency | April 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  •   Mar 20 @ 9:00am EDT (Start)
  •   Apr 7 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This coin auction features a selection of U.S. coins, gold coins, silver coins, proof sets, mint sets, and currency. The catalog includes Morgan silver dollars, Peace dollars, Washington quarters, Roosevelt dimes, Franklin half dollars, Kennedy half dollars, and Eisenhower dollars. Silver coinage is heavily represented with multiple lots of pre-1964  silver coins. Morgan and Peace silver dollars appear in both individual and grouped lots. U.S. Mint proof sets and mint sets are offered across multiple years, including grouped sets in original packaging. Commemorative coins and collector sets are also included. Small denomination coins include Lincoln cents, wheat cents, Jefferson nickels, Roosevelt dimes, and Buffalo nickel. Additional lots include coin albums and partially filled folders. U.S. currency appears in grouped paper money lots. With silver coins, gold coins, U.S. Mint proof sets, Morgan dollars, Peace dollars, and bulk coin groupings throughout, this auction offers a wide range of inventory for collectors and resellers.

Apr 28
Inviting Consignments! Deadline to Consign is March 24th.

Firearms | Invitation To Consign

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Alderfer Auction presents another well-rounded firearms sale with a wide selection of Antique, Sporting, and collectible firearms, and high-grade optics. Handguns, including selections like the Beretta M9A3, Smith & Wesson 29-3, US Remington Rand 1911A1 US Army, Colt Jr. 25, Kimber Custom TLE/RL II, Ruger Blackhawk, Colt Combat Elite, Antique C Sharps First Model Pepperbox, Glock 19, and Springfield XD-40. Shotguns will include Browning Grade 6 Citori O/U with a complete set of sub-gauge inserts, Mossberg 930 SPX Semi Auto, Benelli I-12 Semi Auto, Beretta BL-3 O/U, Remington 870’s, Mossberg 500, Ithaca 37, Stevens 311 SxS, and many more. Rifles, including Remington 700 and 721, Ruger 10/22’s, Browning SA Takedown, Austrian Steyr M95/30, Springfield M1A, Calico M-900, Spanish M1916, Swiss K31, Browning A-Bolt II, Winchester 70 Classic, British Fazakerley No5MK1, Savage 99, Savage/Anschutz Mark 10B, Swedish Mausers, US IBM Corp M1 Carbine Paratrooper, Egyptian FN-49, US Smith Corona 03-A3, US Springfield Krags,  Weatherby Vanguard, US Springfield M1 Garand,  Very Rare Lakeside Machine BF1 Vindicator Belt fed Semi Automatic, Ruger Mini 14 & Mini 30, Remington 760, with many more being added. Antiques including a large collection from the early 1900s like Argentine 1891 (Early Short Handguard), Springfield Trap Doors, E.Hemming Pin Fire SxS, H Holland (Pre Holland And Holland) Pin Fire SxS, Manton Percussion SxS, Colt 1878 Hammer SxS,  T. Farmer Flintlock SxS, G W Pistor Schmalkalden Percussion Buck & Ball, James Webley (pre W&S) SxS, French St Etienne Flintlock SxS, D Egg Percussion Buck & Ball, And other still coming in. Bidding starts Mid-April. We are always inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000 or email firearms@alderferauction.com. Deadline to consign for April is March 24, 2026.

Apr 28
Online Bidding Starts By Mid-April!

Ammunition | April 28, 2026 at 7PM

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Our April 28th Ammunition sale will include 1000’s of rounds ranging from the common everyday calibers like 22LR, 30-06, 308 Win, 44 Rem Mag, 9mm, 12Ga., 20Ga. 270 Win, 223 Rem, 300 Blackout, 40 S&W. Also offered will be military ammo in 30 Carbine, 30-06 on strippers and Enblocs, 5.56 on strippers, and loose, 8x56RS, 8x51 Lebel, 6.5 Carcano, 303 Brit, 7.65 Argentine, 9mm Largo, 7.62x39, 7.7 Jap, 30-40 Krag, 45 Auto and lots more, Bid on an assortment of heavy rifle calibers like 338 Lapua Mag, and 300 Norma Mag, with more still coming in. Online bidding starts mid-April.

May 7
Inviting Consignments!

Comic Books | Invitation To Consign

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Have comic books to sell? We’re actively seeking consignments for upcoming comic book auctions and welcome everything from single key issues to lifelong collections. Our sales regularly feature sought-after Marvel and DC classics including Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man, Incredible Hulk, X-Men, Avengers, Fantastic Four, Journey into Mystery, Tales of Suspense, Detective Comics, Batman, Action Comics, and Showcase, along with high-grade Silver and Bronze Age runs and modern first appearances. Graded CGC and CBCS slabs, complete series, original owner collections, and estate discoveries are all encouraged. Consignment Deadline for our May 7th auction is April 10th.

May 14
Inviting Consignments!

Musical Instruments | Invitation To Consign

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Have musical instruments to sell? Whether you have a rare violin or a collection of vintage guitars, we can help you get the most money for your instruments. We are inviting musical instrument consignments for upcoming auctions and offer a complimentary valuation service, so you can get an idea of how much your instrument is worth before you consign it. Once you have consigned your instrument, we will take care of everything else. We will promote your instrument to our global network of collectors and enthusiasts. If you are interested in consigning, please contact us today. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and to get started on the valuation process. Our next auction is May 14, 2026. Consignment deadline is April 17th. Contact us today!