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Lady Head Vases | July 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    Vintage lady head vases and wall pockets were once all the rage from the late 1940’s into the 1970’s. They were used by florists for their smaller arrangements. Eventually, they went out of style and this product either sat back on florist stock shelves or went directly into the cupboards of those who received the vases full of flowers. Then, one day, these kitsch Mid-Century beauties began appearing on collectors' radar. Collectors search high and low for lady head vases and wall pockets. These ceramic imports were manufactured both Japan and the United States. Popular brands include Lefton, Trimont, Rubens, Enesco, Ucagco, Relpo, Stanford Pottery, Napco, Royal Copley, Hull Pottery, McCoy Pottery and more. Today, these vases and wall pockets are back in fashion for many collectors interested in MCM wares. There is something for everyone in this Lady Head Vases sale, with over 600 vases to choose from.

    Sold! Real Estate For Auction | 19 Farm Road, Wayne, PA 19087 | July 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM

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    WE SELL REAL ESTATE! Nestled on a quiet road in Radnor Township, this charming 2,960 sq.ft. three-story brick colonial at 19 Farm Rd, Wayne, offers both character and convenience, being just a short walk from downtown Wayne's shops, restaurants, and train station. Inside, wood floors extend throughout, highlighting thoughtful built-ins and distinct closets across all three levels. The main floor features a cozy gathering room with a fireplace, an adaptable sunroom, and a kitchen with an eat-in nook, pantry, and built-in sideboard, all adjacent to a classic dining room. The second floor hosts three spacious bedrooms, including a master with a full bath and an unique second bedroom with built-in bookshelves and an attached sunroom, while the third floor provides two large versatile rooms and ample storage. Outside, mature trees, including a beautiful magnolia, adorn the property, complemented by a raised garden area in the backyard, and updated mechanicals in the basement provide peace of mind. This property will be sold live in Wayne and online Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM. Bidding starts at $800,000. Sale is subject to seller confirmation.

    Discovery Art | July 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM

    This Discovery Art Auction features a curated selection of artwork spanning contemporary and traditional styles across multiple mediums. Highlights include several works by renowned wildlife artist Charley Harper, whose modernist prints showcase his distinctive geometric approach to natural subjects. The sale presents an exceptional group of pieces by Louis Tavelli, representing his various artistic series including "Abstract Landscape" and "Groups." Philadelphia sculptor Philip Paul contributes four carved limestone works, including Judaica-themed pieces that reflect his recognition by the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. The collection encompasses American and European artists, with works ranging from 19th-century Dutch School paintings to contemporary folk art by Donna Lacey-Derstine. Notable inclusions feature watercolors by established artists like Mary Whyte and Mitchell Jamieson, alongside oils by Gary MacWilliams depicting Pennsylvania landscapes. International artists Antoni Clave and Hans Erni add European modernist perspectives. The diverse collection offers paintings, watercolors, prints, and sculptures suitable for various collecting interests and budgets.  

    Sold! Real Estate For Auction | 890 Eichele Rd., Perkiomenville, PA 18074 | July 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM

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    WE SELL REAL ESTATE! Welcome to 890 Eichele Road, The Ultimate Workshop & Outdoor Haven: Brick Ranch with 4-Car Heated Garage near Green Lane Park in New Hanover Township. This property presents an unparalleled opportunity for hobbyists, entrepreneurs, and outdoor enthusiasts alike, thanks to its exceptional 4-bay garage featuring separate heat source and epoxy floors. With 20 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding, and three bodies of water for fishing and boating, your outdoor adventures are virtually limitless. This property will sell live in Perkiomenville and online Tuesday, July 15th at 4:00 PM. 

    Estate Sale | Wenonah, NJ | July 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    The Wenonah auction offers a curated selection of garden statuary, planters, patio furnishings, and decorative pieces. Items include a Bronze Statue of Girl Holding Dog, Cherub Pedestal Planter, Cement Planters with Grape and Greek Key Motifs, and a Bronze Fountain Featuring Shell and Reclining Figure. Planter highlights also feature Decorative Cement Planters with Scroll Relief Design and Metal Planters with Artificial Trees. Functional outdoor pieces include a Patio Table with Glass Top, Umbrella, and Swivel Rocking Chairs, Wicker High Back Armchairs with Cushions, and a Propane Grill with Stone Base and Cover. Other listings include a Resin Wall-Mounted Fountain, Rustic Metal Bird Fountain, Gold Gilt Ornate Console Table and Mirror, and Wood Flamingo Sculpture with Driftwood Construction.

    Home & Decor | July 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    The auction offers a diverse range of items such as photographs, ephemera and historical documents and correspondence. Collectors will find stamp albums with Worldwide Stamps, Postal Commemorative Society Stamp Collections, First Day Cover Albums, and Postal Commemorative Society coins and stamps. Decorative pieces include Gorham Rose-Themed plates, Lenox Christmas Collector plates, Boehm Porcelain Rose-Themed plates, and Franklin Mint floral plates. Other featured products are Franklin Mint pewter figurines, Franklin Mint Commemorative medals, advertising signs, American Baseball advertising signs, studio pottery tableware, vintage table lamp, Lenox porcelain and more. This auction covers a wide array of philatelic, commemorative and household items.

    Sold! Vacant Lot For Auction | 2751 Swamp Creek Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073 | July 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM

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    WE SELL REAL ESTATE! 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 sold live in Pennsburg and online on Tuesday, July 8th at 4:00 PM. 

    Sale Pending | Real Estate For Sale | 206 Chestnut Lane, North Wales, PA 19454 | Offered At $625,000

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    All offers are due by Monday, July 7th at 3:00 PM. You'll adore this charming, meticulously maintained farmhouse, cherished by two generations and now ready for new owners! Located in Horsham Township within the top-rated Hatboro-Horsham School District, it offers easy access to major roads and the cultural richness of Montgomery and Bucks Counties. The first floor features a spacious living room, a kitchen with built-in banquette seating, a dining room, and a den with a full bath, while the second floor offers three bedrooms and an upgraded full bath. Throughout the home, you'll find charming details like original pine wood floors and solid wood doors. Outside, enjoy a maintenance-free composite deck overlooking 1.37 lush, peaceful acres, a welcoming front porch, a detached two-car garage, and a 36' x 24' Morton pole barn perfect for hobbyists. All systems, including a whole-house generator, have been meticulously maintained by the current owners. This home is offered for traditional sale at $625,000.

    Estate Sale | Pottstown, PA | July 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    This auction includes about 250 items spanning functional equipment, Mid-Century Modern furniture, decorative arts, and textiles. Utility selections include a John Deere X729 Riding Mower, Tiller Attachment, and Tow-Behind Spreader and Sprayer, as well as a Jackson Trailer Cart. Furniture offerings feature Danish Modern dining and bedroom suites, a Jesper Teak Desk, a Haslev Slate Cocktail Table, and Thomas Moser bookshelves. The catalog also includes decorative and art items such as a Framed Panoramic Photograph of Grand Canyon, Chesapeake Bay Map and Nepal Mountain Range Print, and a Framed Japanese Woodblock Print. Additional highlights include a Handwoven Area Rug, Metal Plant Stands with Plants, and an Indoor Ficus Tree in Glazed Ceramic Planter. A Victrola Mahogany Cabinet Phonograph and a selection of Books round out the sale.  

    Estate Sale | Telford, PA | July 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    This auction features a Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 Utility ATV with Sno-Devil Plow, Boss 7 Ton Electric Log Splitter, and Pittsburgh Automotive ATV/Motorcycle Lift and Schumacher Battery Jumper. Other highlights include a Brown Leather Sofa with Nailhead Trim, Asian-Style Dining Set with Table and Upholstered Chairs, and All-Weather Wicker Patio Seating and Tables by Unknown Maker. Tools and utility items such as a Belt/Disc Sander Model 97181 and Coleman Powermate Air Tools with Socket Sets are included. Decorative and functional items range from an Allen + Roth Gray and Silver Patterned Area Rug and Brass Lion-Andirons with Scrollwork Design to Cast Iron Cauldrons and a Cast Iron Fireback with Royal Emblem Design. Additional lots include a Storage Bench with Hinged Top, Framed Silk Embroidery Depicting Birds and Trees, and Books on History, Cooking, and Craftsmanship. 

    Estate of Howard Heckler Part 2 | Hatfield PA | June 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    This auction features over 220 lots, including items such as a Ladder-Back Rocking Chair with Wicker Seat and a Needlepoint Floral Footstool, Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting by N. Moscaro, and Beatrix Potter Books with Children’s Dishes and Spatterware. Furniture highlights include a Mahogany Secretary Desk with Serpentine Front, Baker Hexagonal Side Table, and multiple Adirondack seating options. Collectible offerings range from Taxidermy Ring-Necked Pheasant Wall Mount and Mounted Antlers to Cast Lead Figures and Glass Paperweights with Christmas Designs. Additional lots include a Royal Typewriter With Portable Case and Table, John Deere and Farmall 560 Pedal Tractors, Vintage Wooden Sailing Dinghy, and Crown Stoneware Crocks. Ephemera, decorative objects, outdoor furnishings, and unique household items round out the variety presented in this sale.

    Estate of Howard Heckler Part 1 | Hatfield, PA | June 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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    This auction presents a wide range of estate contents and decorative arts. Featured items include glass and porcelain such as a Uranium Glass Planter with Cast Iron Base, LS&S Carlsbad Austrian Dinnerware with Gold Floral Design, and Waterford and Wedgwood Crystal. Furniture highlights range from a Stepback China Cabinet with Brass Hardware to a Kling Solid Cherry Dresser with Mirror and Windsor Wooden Armchairs. Other offerings include Amphora Austria Figurine Vanity Tray and Rudolstadt Cherub Dish, Wicker and Wooden Baskets with Straw Hats, and Bakeware. Tableware and flatware options include Dansk Shell Plates and Oneida Community Stainless Steel Flatware. Additional notable items include a Mounted Fox Head and Tail on Wooden Plaque, Royal Copenhagen Blue and White Plates, Victorian Photo Album with Photos, and Stetson Cowboy Hats with Boxes. Decorative, vintage, and functional pieces appear throughout the sale, reflecting the full scope of the estate.

    Musical Instruments | June 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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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.

    Home & Decor | June 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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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.

    Jewelry | June 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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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.