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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 9
ONE DAY Pickup in Hatboro, PA

Estate Sale | Hatboro, PA Part 2 | March 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Feb 23 @ 12:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 9 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction features carved wood furniture, framed artwork, books, patio furnishings, lighting, and household electronics drawn from a residential interior. Highlights include a mahogany carved pier mirror, wood folding tables constructed from shipping crates with metal frames, and a wood and metal coffee table, along with accent tables, shelving, cabinets, benches, and seating. Wall décor includes framed abstract landscape prints, floral still life textured prints, large-scale abstract canvas artwork, landscape canvas prints, and a metal decorative compass. The sale also includes grouped book lots suitable for decorative shelving. Outdoor offerings include patio seating and benches, while kitchen and dining-related furnishings include wood tables and flexible-use folding tables. Lighting includes table lamps and floor lamps in metal and mixed materials. Electronics include televisions and related household equipment. This sale offers furniture, framed art, books, lighting, outdoor furnishings, and electronics in a varied estate selection.

Mar 11
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Walk-In Wednesdays at Doylestown | Complimentary Valuations | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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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. 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 11
Now Accepting Bids!

Discovery Art | March 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM

  •   Feb 25 @ 7:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 11 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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The Discovery Art auction at Alderfer Auction features a broad selection of artwork, from 18th-century traditional compositions to modern abstracts. Highlights include works by George Morland, Thomas Sully, and Robert Gemmell Hutchison. Modernist pieces include works by Richard Lindner and a Marina Picasso estate lithograph after Pablo Picasso. The sale features substantial collections from two prominent artists: Murry Handler, known for his gestural abstracts and ink figure studies, and Jeanne P. Kelly, whose estate includes a variety of landscapes and floral watercolors. Natural history enthusiasts will find several prints after John James Audubon and Alexander Pope Jr. With a variety of media including oils, woodblocks, etchings, and mixed media sculptures by Gary Mangold, this auction offers a diverse array of styles.  

Mar 12
Now Accepting Bids!

Home & Decor | March 12, 2026 at 8:00 pm

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  •   Feb 26 @ 8:03pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 12 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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Bring your rooms to life with this home and decor auction packed with collectible pottery, art glass, prints, and standout sound. The catalog is loaded with vintage favorites like Goebel Hummel Figures, Roseville Pottery, Weller Pottery, Van Briggle Pottery, Fulper Pottery, and showy Nippon porcelain pieces including Nippon Coralene and hand-painted and more. Add sparkle with Waterford Crystal and Baccarat stemware, Art Glass vases, Murano Glass Bull, then set the table with Johnson Brothers dinnerware and tea service accessories and decoratives. Wall and shelf styling gets a boost from Currier & Ives lithography prints, decorative boxes, and a monkey butler figure. For entertainment upgrades, bid on audio equipment including the Skullcandy Barrel XL Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Edison Bluetooth Party Speakers, JVC TrailGator Bluetooth Speaker, JLab Epic Party Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Altec Lansing Rockbox XL Wireless Boombox, LG XBOOM CKM4 Mini Hi-Fi System. 

Mar 16
ONE DAY Pickup in Warminster, PA

Model Home Furniture | Warminster, PA Part 2 | March 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Mar 2 @ 12:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 16 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This sale features a large-scale offering of modern home furnishings, contemporary décor, and mid-century modern inspired furniture drawn from a fully furnished residence. The catalog highlights recognizable brands alongside stylish interior pieces designed for today’s living spaces. Modern furniture from Modway anchors much of the sale, including Modway MCM-style coffee tables, wood-top coffee tables with metal frames, chrome-leg bookshelves, and upholstered Modway sofas. Dining seating includes Baxton Studio wooden chairs with upholstered seats, representing one of the most widely recognized contemporary furniture brands in the mid-century revival market. Home décor selections extend throughout the catalog with abstract wall art, botanical canvas prints, mirrors, baskets, decorative bowls, and artificial plant arrangements that reflect a cohesive modern interior design aesthetic. Floor coverings include designer rugs from Calvin Klein along with bound rugs attributed to Tully and Crockett. The estate also includes a selection of books featuring Encyclopedia Britannica volumes alongside classic literature by Charles Dickens and Marian Crawford. With over 200 lots of furniture, décor, rugs, and books, Warminster Estate Sale Part 2 offers a complete household inventory featuring Modway, Baxton Studio, Calvin Klein, and Encyclopedia Britannica within a modern, mid-century inspired estate collection.

Mar 17
Now Accepting Bids!

Toys and Trains | March 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  •   Mar 4 @ 10:00am EST (Start)
  •   Mar 17 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction delivers a powerful lineup of collector-driven brands led by Lionel, MTH, and LGB. Lionel headlines the sale with Standard Gauge Blue Comet sets, prewar and postwar passenger cars, diesel locomotives, freight assortments, and classic operating accessories. MTH contributes 4-4-2 steam power and RailKing locomotives, while LGB showcases G Gauge starter sets, Christmas trains, and large-scale freight equipment. American Flyer S Gauge, Marx tin litho wind-ups, and Bachmann G Gauge locomotives add depth across multiple scales. AHM and Allstate expand the vintage train selection, reinforcing strong mid-century representation. Beyond trains, the catalog features Tootsie Toy die-cast vehicles, Moko Lasney Match Box cars, Hot Wheels,  mechanical toys, Hot Toys Grogu collectibles from The Mandalorian, and a custom Super Chexx Pro bubble hockey arcade game. With Lionel, MTH, LGB, American Flyer, Marx, Bachmann, AHM, Allstate, Alps, Tootsie Toy, Hot Toys, and Super Chexx all represented, this auction is firmly brand-forward and catalog-verified, appealing to both traditional train collectors and diversified toy investors.

Mar 18
Now Accepting BIds!

Mid-Century Modern and Design | March 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 3 @ 2:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 18 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Alderfer Auction's March 18 Mid-Century Modern sale brings together Scandinavian and American furniture, Italian Postmodern seating, and decorative arts. The sale is headlined by a strong grouping of Finn Juhl designs executed by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, alongside Phillip Lloyd Powell studio furniture including sideboards, a display cabinet, and a screen, with many of these pieces coming from the collection of noted dealer Reese Palley. American and Danish Modern style is further represented by a Kent Coffey "Perspecta" bedroom suite, a Poul Cadovius "Royal System" modular wall unit, a Verner Panton "Cone" Chair, and a Scan Coll teak bedroom group. Italian Postmodern offerings include seating by Gamma Arredamenti and Giancarlo Piretti's "Plia" folding chairs, with additional American studio work by Bucks County artisans Carter Handcrafted Furniture. Decorative highlights include Richard Barr for Laurel mushroom lamps, Curtis Jere sculptures, an Atmos clock, and a selection of ceramics.

Mar 19
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Fine and Decorative Arts | March 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 2 @ 5:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 19 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Our upcoming March Fine Art Auction will feature a strong selection of American paintings, including works by Edward Redfield, Fern I. Coppedge, Daniel Garber, John Folinsbee, George William Sotter, Walter E. Baum, and William Francis Taylor. These artists, closely associated with the New Hope School and Pennsylvania Impressionism, continue to draw serious collector interest and institutional attention. A rare Qing dynasty imperial tribute fan from the Qianlong period (1736-1795), produced in the renowned Guangzhou workshops will also be offered. It is one of only a handful of such court-quality fans known to survive today. Read more about this remarkable piece on our blog page. Silver collectors will find two remarkable Tiffany flatware sets in the Chrysanthemum Vermeil and San Lorenzo patterns, alongside an Aesthetic Movement sterling tea and coffee service. Autographs from the Gibbs collection including; Presidents Martin Van Buren, Millard Fillmore, and Ulysses S. Grant. Other autographs include; Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, Mark Twain, P.T. Barnum, Grover Cleveland Alexander, and Nikola Tesla. World War II archive related to an 8th Army Air Force B-17 gunner. Other offerings include a 5.29 carat platinum diamond ring, Cartier 3 carat diamond platinum brooch, Breitling Chronomat gold & steel automatic chronograph, Imperial Symphonion music box, Louis Vuitton travel trunk, and bronze sculptures.

Mar 19
Fine Art Spotlight!

Fine Arts Spotlight, March 19th 2026

  •   Mar 19 @ 10:01am EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 19 @ 10:01am EDT (End)
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A Rare Imperial Tribute Guangzhou Ivory and Tortoiseshell Fan Qing dynasty, Qianlong period The plaited ivory leaf is set within a lobed tortoiseshell frame and divided by a narrow bamboo spine. At the upper end the bamboo is fitted with a gilt metal ruyi head clasp inlaid with kingfisher feather; the opposite end is mounted with a carved mother of pearl lotus plaque set with blue glass and kingfisher feather. Painted ivory appliqués applied to the bamboo and across the ivory surface depict butterflies and a magpie among bamboo, with peaches and dianthus in the foreground. The cylindrical handle is decorated in blue and white enamel with scrolling lotus between ivory mounts and terminates in a silk tassel. Length (excluding tassel): 19 in. (48.3 cm) Objects of this type were produced in Guangzhou during the Qing dynasty as tribute items for the imperial court, particularly under the Yongzheng and Qianlong emperors. Court records note the presentation of plaited ivory fans from Guangdong to the Yongzheng emperor in 1731 and to the Qianlong emperor in 1752 (see Tributes from Guangdong to the Qing Court, Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1987, pp. 122–123). Constructed from ivory strips under 1 mm in width, the woven leaf was secured within a tortoiseshell border by a central bamboo ridge extending into an enamel-painted handle. Decoration incorporated carved and incised elements in ivory, amber, tortoiseshell, and gilt metal, often set with kingfisher feather. Because of their fragility, relatively few plaited ivory fans survive, most remaining in the Palace Museum, Beijing. Comparable examples include a fan of related form illustrated in Treasures of the Imperial Palace, Beijing, 1995, pl. 87; a double-gourd-shaped fan in the Qing court collection published in The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum. Bamboo, Wood, Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn Carvings, Beijing, 2001, pls. 184–185; and another example in Tributes from Guangdong to the Qing Court, Hong Kong, 1987, cat. no. 7. Examples outside China include one in the Field Museum, Chicago (acc. no. 1259271). Further comparable fans have been published and offered at auction, including Christie’s New York, 23 June 1982, lot 458; 6 June 1985, lot 508; and 14–15 September 2009, lot 226. The auction on March 19th, will be conducted online only, with phone bidding available. A three-day public preview will be held March 16th, 17th, and 18th from 9am-3pm EST, and I can accommodate private viewings by appointment.

Mar 24
Inviting Consignments for Upcoming Auctions!

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

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, and Luxury Cars. From Classic to Contemporary, Alderfer Auction can assist in marketing your vehicles. Alderfer Auction has a unique market of collectors and clients who choose to purchase through the auction method of marketing. The method brings buyers and sellers together to establish a fair and current market value of an automobile. Alderfer’s ability to showcase your vehicle through a national advertising campaign gives you the confidence that the highest price will be achieved. If you have a motor vehicle that you would like to sell, please contact us today for a free valuation. 

Mar 26
Open Houses: Tues. Mar. 10th from 3-5PM; Tues. Mar. 17th from 3-5PM

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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Open Houses: Tuesday, March 10th from 3-5PM and Tuesday March 17th from 3-5PM.  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 31
Online Catalog Coming Soon!

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

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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 1
Online Catalog Coming Soon!

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

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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
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Complimentary In-Home Evaluations

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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

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  •   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. 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 28
Inviting Consignments!

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.

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!

Mar 5
First Thursdays 10AM - 3PM in Doylestown! Appointments preferred, Walk-ins Welcome!

1st Thursday Valuations | Meet Silver Specialist Adrian Martinez | March 5, 2026 from 10AM - 3PM

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  •   Mar 5 @ 10:00am EST (Start)
  •   Mar 5 @ 3:00pm EST (End)
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Come to our NEW Doylestown Location, 3359 Durham Rd in Doylestown on the 1st Thursday of every month to  have our specialists valuate your personal items. On March 5th, meet our Silver Specialist, Generalist and Cataloger Adrian Martinez. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome! What is the value? Come find out! Seeking for valuation: Fine Art | Jewelry | Silver | Decoratives | Mid-Century Modern | Bronzes & Sculptures Porcelains | Pottery | Rugs | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Firearms | Militaria | Historical Musical Instruments | Sports Memorabilia | Vintage Toys | Collectibles | Estate Sales.