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
1- Day Pickup in Upper Black Eddy, PA
Estate Sale | Upper Black Eddy, PA | June 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
- Jun 2 @ 11:00am EDT (Start)
- Jun 16 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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The Upper Black Eddy auction presents a robust and diverse catalog, featuring a significant collection of high-quality machinery and industrial equipment. A prominent highlight is the extensive woodshop section, offering professional-grade tools designed for precision and productivity. Bidders will find top-tier items such as Felder KF 700 S panel saws and shapers, Felder AD6-41 planers, and heavy-duty Rockwell Delta band saws, all built for demanding tasks. The auction also includes essential support equipment like powerful SPEEDAIRE Cast Iron Series air compressors, noted for their high capacity and durable construction. Descriptions frequently emphasize robust build quality, integrated features, and professional applications. This catalog provides an excellent opportunity for workshops, industrial operations, and serious hobbyists to acquire reliable, high-performance machinery.
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Firearms | June 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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- Jun 3 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 17 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Alderfer Auction is launching its summer season with a significant firearms auction featuring a diverse collection. Highlights include revolvers from Colt and Smith & Wesson, semi-automatic pistols from Kimber and Sig Sauer, and shotguns from Browning, Remington, and Winchester. The auction presents a notable selection of double-barrel and over-under shotguns, rifles from various esteemed manufacturers, a range of military arms, and antique firearms such as Pennsylvania Long Rifles and a Colt 1849 Pocket. Also offered will be an antique Persian Presentation Rat Tail Miquelet Pistol. This unique piece shows gray/brown patina on highly decorated barrel, very ornate one piece metal stock. Muzzle wrap tests for silver, under side of wrist is marked in script on 2 panels WILLIAM LIPPINCOTT HANAWAY JR. in 1 panel and SEPT 24, 1929 in the other.
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Firearm Accessories, Ammunition, Sporting, and Military | June 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
- Jun 3 @ 8:32am EDT (Start)
- Jun 17 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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Our firearm event continues this evening with a sale of diverse accessories and ammunition, spanning sporting and military applications. Ammunition offerings include a wide range of handgun, shotgun, rifle, and military calibers, such as 12ga, 16ga, .223, 5.56, .308 Win, .454 Casull, 9mm, Creedmoor, .30 Carbine, .44-40, .32-20, and many others. The sporting category features an extensive assortment of pistol and rifle magazines, knives, crossbows, and firearm/outdoor books. Bidders can also find a varied selection of air/BB guns, including vintage Daisys, reloading supplies (bullets, brass, equipment), and taxidermy. Fly fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the highlight of like-new rods and reels from Orvis, Sage, Redington, and Cabela's, along with Orvis clothing and tackle management. The military section presents large caliber shell casings and dummy rounds, German memorabilia, Japanese swords, helmets, and more.
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Furniture | June 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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- Jun 4 @ 7:00pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 18 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This furniture auction includes traditional American forms across seating, tables and storage. Notable pieces include a pair of Leathercraft leather armchairs, stools by Karges Furniture Company, a Hancock & Moore chair and ottoman, and a folding chair attributed to George Hunzinger. Tables range from a Queen Anne swing-leg drop-leaf table and nesting tables. Storage items include a lighted display cabinet with mirrored back, a dovetailed painted chest with hinged door, a slant top schoolmaster desk, a blanket chest, a two-piece cupboard with gallery and shelves, and Persian and oriental rugs.
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Discovery Art | June 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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- Jun 5 @ 7:00pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 19 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction features a varied selection of artwork including original paintings, prints, and works on paper. Highlights include a Lucite piece by Pablo Picasso and woodblock prints by David Fertig. Other named artists include Josef Lauer, Charles Blondin, John Sloan, Kiyoshi Saito, LeRoy Neiman, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Michael Bartmann. Media across the sale include oils on canvas and board, woodblocks, linocuts, lithographs, and charcoal drawings. Notable subjects include a Florence cityscape, still lifes, and portrait busts. Watercolors are featured throughout, with several works signed “Hill,” “Mahr,” or “Goody.” Additional entries include mixed media, stone rubbings, and a Russian icon. The catalog represents 19th through 21st-century works from artists across Europe, America, and Asia.
1-Day Pickup in Ambler, PA
Estate Sale | Ambler, PA | June 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
- Jun 9 @ 11:55am EDT (Start)
- Jun 23 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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Discover timeless style in this 200+ lot estate auction from Ambler, PA, featuring fine furniture, antiques, and elegant décor. Key highlights include a mahogany dining table with Sheraton-style chairs, matching buffet and sideboard, and beautifully crafted oak and cherry case pieces. A hand-painted folding screen, antique lamps, and decorative mirrors bring charm and sophistication to any space. Collectors will appreciate a selection of porcelain figurines, cut glass, and vintage china sets, along with original artwork, gilt-framed prints, and brass and marble décor. Standout pieces include a cast iron garden bench, Victorian-style hall tree, and carved wood mantel. This diverse catalog blends functional elegance with classic style—perfect for decorators, designers, and antique lovers alike. Bid now on these well-preserved treasures from a distinguished estate.
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Coins and Currency | Invitation To Consign | June 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
- Jun 24 @ 10:00am EDT
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Looking to sell your collection? Our next Coin and Currency auction is Tuesday, June 24th. We are actively seeking US Coins (Gold and Silver), US Currency, Foreign Coins and Currency, Proof and Mint Sets, Commemorative Sets, Medals and Tokens. Contact us today
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Tools and Equipment | June 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
- Jun 12 @ 4:00pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 24 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction features a wide selection of power tools, hand tools, and workshop equipment. Highlights include Milwaukee M12 Fuel Bag with Drill and Impact Driver, Dewalt DW983 Cordless Drill, Bosch Jigsaw and Power Drill, Ryobi ONE+ Tools with Batteries, and Snap-on Screwdriver Sets. Larger equipment includes a Central Machinery Plate Compactor With Predator Engine, Ridgid Miter Saw, Rockwell Delta Jointer, Husky Electric Air Compressor, and a Wen 12-inch Variable Speed Bench Drill Press. Additional entries include Echo and Greenworks trimmers, a Storm Cat Portable Gas Generator, Craftsman Belt Sander and Clamps, a Kennedy Manufacturing Tool Chest, and Northern Industrial PA200B Electric Hoist. Hand tools such as Bailey Hand Planers, machinist measuring tools, and assorted clamps round out the selection.
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Complimentary In-Home Valuations
- Jun 25 @ 9:30am EDT
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What’s the Value? Find Out! Complimentary In-Home Valuations: Serving Bucks, Montgomery, Chester Counties and the Tri-State Area. Have you thought about downsizing and wondered what the value of your art, décor, jewelry, silver, coins, mid-century modern, collectibles, and estate are worth? If so, the Alderfer Auction team wants to hear from you. To Reserve: preview@alderferauction.com or 215.393.3000.
Walk-Ins Welcome!
Complimentary Valuations in Doylestown and Hatfield | Walk-Ins Welcome
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Valuations
- Jun 25 @ 10:00am EDT
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Due to popularity, we have expanded our Doylestown hours in 2025! Complimentary valuations are now available at Doylestown Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Valuations are also available in Hatfield Mon-Thurs 9:00AM - 4:00 PM and Fri. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Reserve by emailing preview@alderferauction.com or by phone at 215-393-3000. Please email photos (and short item description) prior to appointment. Be prepared to bring any relevant information about your items, and note that there's a 4-item limit. If you have more items, in-home appointments can be arranged. Come to our Doylestown Gallery to meet our specialists for a complimentary valuation of your personal property: Mondays - Blake MacLean. Blake specializes in Mid-Century Modern and 20th Century Design including KNOLL, Herman Miller, Stendig, and Danish Modern; Wednesdays - Grant Souder. Grant is our Firearms Sales Associate; 1st Thursdays of the Month - Christian Answini. Christian is our Sr. Fine Art Specialist and writer of the Alderfer Auction Blog.
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Jewelry | June 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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- Jun 11 @ 2:37pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 25 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction features a diverse selection of jewelry with artisan, vintage, and global influences. Highlights include a 14k yellow gold ring set with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies, and a hand-carved wood and beaded pendant necklace. Artist-signed pieces by Mary and Doug Hancock are represented with necklaces and earrings in silver and bronze. Sterling silver appears prominently, including turquoise-set rings, a Taxco brooch, and Native American and Mexican examples. Beaded pieces range from a 10-strand turquoise and coral necklace to a lapis chip necklace with sterling beads. International styles include an Indian silver torque necklace and a Peruvian cuff bracelet. Group lots of vintage costume jewelry, cloisonné, and stone necklaces round out the sale.
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Musical Instruments | June 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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- Jun 11 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
- Jun 26 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Attention keyboardists, organists, guitarists and percussionists. Alderfer Auction is pleased to offer a Musical Instrument auction with variety, rarity and quality. Keyboards and MIDI controllers from makers such as Roland, Nord, Yamaha and Kurzweil. Hammond organs and Leslie speaker combos with parts and accessories. You will also find a wide variety of guitars, basses and amplifiers from Fender, Gibson, Epiphone, Ibanez, Airline, Favilla, Kay, Harmony, BC Rich, and Schecter. Artist-signed guitars by Dean. A wide variety of percussion including drum kits, individual drums, cymbals and hardware. Also included are band instruments, audio components and more.
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Home & Decor | June 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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- Jun 13 @ 9:09am EDT (Start)
- Jun 26 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This multifaceted auction includes items spanning ephemera, sports memorabilia, coins, decorative arts, and more. Notable offerings include stereoscopes, photo albums, and daguerreotypes, alongside groupings of vintage die-cuts, tobacco labels, and photographic cards. Sports lots feature Yankees memorabilia, NFL Jets apparel, and multiple assortments of trading cards. Coin and medal groupings from the Franklin Mint appear throughout, joined by commemorative stamps, postal sheets, and mixed philatelic collections. Collectible items include designer accessories, porcelain eggs, bird figurines, and rose-themed tableware appear in several dedicated lots. Additional highlights include Meso-American Pottery, Western and folding knives, magnifiers with lion figures, a David Lewin vase, and a silver-plated tea set. The auction reflects a wide range of collecting areas with consistent variety across the catalog.
First Thursdays 10AM - 3PM in Doylestown! Appointments preferred, Walk-ins Welcome!
1st Thursdays at Doylestown | Meet Our Fine Arts Specialist Christian Answini | July 3, 2025 from 10AM - 3PM
Appointments Preferred, Walk-Ins Welcome!
- Jul 3 @ 10:00am EDT (Start)
- Jul 3 @ 3:00pm EDT (End)
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Come to our Doylestown Gallery on the 1st Thursday of every month to have Christian Answini, our Sr. Fine Art Specialist and editor 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 & Sculptures Porcelains | Pottery | Rugs | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Firearms | Militaria | Historical Musical Instruments | Sports Memorabilia | Vintage Toys | Collectibles | Estate Sales
Price Improvement - Sells At Or Above $20,000
Vacant Lot For Auction | 2751 Swamp Creek Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073 | July 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Live and Online
- Jun 9 @ 11:43am EDT (Start)
- Jul 8 @ 4:00pm EDT (End)
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Own a Piece of Tranquil Beauty on Swamp Creek Road, Marlborough Township! Don’t miss this opportunity to own a .47 acre lot in the heart of Marlborough Township. Nestled along picturesque Swamp Creek Road, this property offers unobstructed views of the stunning Unami Creek, known for its trout-stocked waters, natural rock formations, and year-round scenic beauty. Enjoy nature at its finest – the creekside land across from this lot is township owned open space, ensuring your view remains forever peaceful and undeveloped, with a public parking area nearby for easy creek access. Although secluded and private, the property offers easy access to modern conveniences via Route 63 and the PA Turnpike, and is just minutes from restaurants, breweries, shopping, and entertainment. Nearby, you’ll find Green Lane Park, offering 25 miles of trails, fishing, boating, playgrounds and recreation for outdoor enthusiasts in all four seasons. This property will be auctioned live in Pennsburg and online on Tuesday, July 8th at 4:00 PM. Price Improvement - Sells at or above $20,000.
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Collectors | Invitation To Consign | July 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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- Jul 24 @ 10:00am EDT
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Our upcoming Collectors Auction offers a wide variety of items across key categories including jewelry, decorative arts, Asian antiques, fine art, and furniture. The sale covers a wide spectrum of collecting interests. We are inviting consignments for this auction. Sell alongside these quality pieces. Contact us today. Consignment deadline is June 24th.
Inviting Consignments!
Firearms | Invitation To Consign | August 19, 2025
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- Aug 19 @ 10:00am EDT
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Our next Firearms auction is August 19, 2025. Have a quality firearm or collection to sell? We are always inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! Sell alongside these quality firearms. Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000 or email firearms@alderferauction.com
Inviting Consignments - Sell alongside these quality dolls!
Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls | Inviting Consignments | September 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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- Sep 30 @ 10:00am EDT
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Our September 30th Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls Auction will feature the Collection of Sandra Walter (Hall) et al. Highlights will include antique dolls from these fine makers: AT - A. Thuillier, Bebe Bru Jne, Bru Brevete, Bru Jne, F.5.G. Francois Gauthier, Jumeau, SC Steiner, SCH (Schmitt of Paris). Bid on an original family-owned 12" Steiff 1930's 'Dicky' Bear. Googly Eye Doll offerings include a 292 (Marked), Armand Marseille 241, Hertel + Schwab 173, JDK 221 (12" & 16"), SFBJ 245 and much more! We are inviting consignments for this and upcoming auctions. Have a doll or a collection to sell? For a complimentary valuation, contact us today at 215-393-3000 or complete our Consign Form. Consignment deadline for this auction is June 20.
