Past Auctions

The Musical Instruments Auction features collectible guitars, vintage amplifiers, professional recording equipment, synthesizers, brass instruments, and audio accessories. A featured offering is the Ampex Model 440 professional reel-to-reel tape recorder with Ampex electronics, cataloged as originating from New York City's Record Plant recording studio. From the collection of Frank Annunziata, the recorder is associated with the studio's recording history. A separate selection of recorded tape reels from Annunziata's studio is also included. Electric guitars feature Rickenbacker 350/V63, 360/12C63, and 325 models, Gretsch Country Classic and Tennessee Rose, and Fender Telecaster, Stratocaster, Mustang, and Jaguar instruments. Other makers include Gibson, Epiphone, PRS, Music Man, Danelectro, and ESP. Acoustic instruments include C.F. Martin guitars, a Gibson Hummingbird Pro twelve-string, Gibson mandolins, and a Vega Pete Seeger banjo. Brass and woodwind offerings include a Selmer Mark VI baritone saxophone and Bach Stradivarius trumpet. Vintage audio equipment includes Vox AC30, Hiwatt Custom 50, TASCAM, TEAC, and PreSonus equipment, alongside Korg synthesizers, professional microphones, and recording accessories. Explore collectible instruments and vintage studio equipment, including the historically significant Ampex Model 440 reel-to-reel recorder.

The Mineral & Geode Auction features natural mineral specimens, crystal clusters, geodes, polished gemstones, and geological collectibles from mining locations around the world. The selection includes cavansite, crocoite, orpiment, fluorite, tourmaline, proustite, epidote, wulfenite, vanadinite, vivianite, celestite, titanite, and spessartine garnet. Specimens originate from notable localities in India, Tasmania, Nevada, Mexico, Brazil, Morocco, and other regions. Quartz offerings include amethyst, citrine, smoky quartz, rose quartz, and clear quartz, along with a large Mexican citrine geode and assorted crystal clusters. Metallic minerals include cubic pyrite formations, native copper, stibnite, and pyrite on matrix, including specimens from Peru. Polished and decorative stones include boulder opal, Baltic amber with inclusions, charoite, ocean jasper, labradorite, lepidolite, agate, carnelian, and jasper. Stromatolite specimens, polished palm stones, and agate slices offer additional variety. The auction also features mineral reference publications, including Rock & Gem and Rocks & Minerals magazines. With natural crystal formations, colorful mineral specimens, polished stones, and documented geological localities, the auction offers material for mineral collectors, geology enthusiasts, and decorative display.

The Tool Auction features woodworking and metalworking machinery, professional power tools, construction equipment, ladders, and commercial restoration equipment from DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch, RIDGID, Grizzly, JET, Delta, Makita, and Dri-Eaz. Workshop machinery includes a Myford ML7-R metal lathe, Grizzly combination lathe and milling machine, JET planer and jointer, Delta woodworking equipment, a Performax drum sander, and Bosch REAXX and RIDGID table saws. Power tools include DeWalt and Makita saws, Milwaukee impact wrenches, Bosch rotary hammers, and pneumatic nailers by Bostitch, Paslode, DeWalt, and Porter-Cable. Construction equipment includes a Tapco siding brake, Bullet Tools flooring cutter, tile saws, and specialized woodworking accessories. Outdoor and access equipment features Husqvarna chainsaws, Werner rolling scaffolds and extension ladders, and Little Giant multi-position ladders. Commercial restoration equipment includes Phoenix and Dri-Eaz dehumidifiers, Dri-Eaz DefendAir HEPA 500 and Phoenix Guardian R Pro air scrubbers, and Dri-Eaz Velo and XPOWER air movers. Additional offerings include air filters, containment accessories, compressors, tool storage, and workshop supplies. The selection encompasses equipment for contractors, woodworkers, machinists, restoration professionals, and property maintenance.

The Home & Décor Auction brings together antique collectibles, Asian decorative arts, historical memorabilia, vintage dolls, collectible teddy bears, quilts, leather-bound books, crystal, and decorative furnishings. Historical offerings include Masonic and Knights Templar regalia, ceremonial swords, ethnographic weapons, carved masks, and Indigenous collectibles.  Vintage advertising includes A-Treat, Coca-Cola, Planters Mr. Peanut, RCA Nipper, and Monroe Shock Absorber memorabilia, alongside antique equipment, stoneware, and die-cast vehicles. Collectible toys include German bisque dolls, Schoenhut circus figures, a Gottschalk dollhouse, and extensive selections of Steiff teddy bears and Disney Fantasia figures, with additional examples byHermann, Merrythought, and Schuco. Textiles include vintage quilts, crazy quilts, appliqué work, and embroidered linens. Furnishings and decorative accessories feature Frederick Cooper, Ralph Lauren, Stiffel, and Maitland-Smith. Books include Easton Press leather-bound editions, presidential biographies, classic literature, and historical works. Decorative collectibles includeBaccarat crystal, Tiffany & Co.'s Andy Warhol Advent Calendar, Byers' Choice Carolers, Howard Miller clocks, and a Bev Doolittle print. Art glass, pewter, vintage character drinking glasses, records, lamps, and household accessories complete the selection.

Our Musical Instruments Auction brings together vintage and contemporary guitars, bass guitars, violins, brass and woodwind instruments, percussion, amplifiers, and professional audio equipment. Acoustic and traditional string instruments include Epiphone, Yamaha, Harmony, Jay Turser, Regal, and Pono, along with a harp guitar, banjo ukulele, and violins including a Wm. Zeswitz example. Electric guitars and basses feature Electra/Westone, Cort, Vester, Jay Turser, Vantage, SX, Squier, Oscar Schmidt, Sawtooth, Mako, Leo Jaymz, Eart, Gearit, and Westbury. Offerings include solid-body and semi-hollow guitars, electric basses, and instrument cases. Brass and woodwinds include Olds, Yamaha, Selmer Bundy, E.K. Blessing, Kanstul, Buescher, The Martin, The Buckeye, Gemeinhardt, and Vito LeBlanc. Additional instruments include Hohner harmonicas, a Buck bodhrán, a musical saw, Ludwig drums, and percussion accessories. Amplifiers and audio equipment feature Gibson, Carver, Bose, Yamaha, Cordovox, Univox, Sunn, Peavey, Fender, Samson, Roland, Boss, and DigiTech, with PA systems, mixers, speakers, keyboards, and recording equipment.

Upgrade your setup with this massive, diverse auction featuring an incredible lineup of firearm accessories, tactical gear, and shooting equipment! Whether you are looking to upgrade your optics, stock up on maintenance supplies, or gear up for your next outdoor adventure, this catalog has something for every enthusiast. Highlights from the auction include:  Optics & Sighting: A strong selection featuring scopes, scope rings, red dots, and advanced optics from top brands like Leupold, Eotech, Burris, and UTG.  Magazines & Parts: Essential components including pistol magazines, rifle mags (AR-15/M16), bipods, gun parts, and custom build pieces. Reloading & Maintenance: A comprehensive range of gun cleaning kits, powders, bullets, primers, casting tools, and reloading equipment. Tactical Gear & Storage: Durable hard and soft gun cases, ammo cans, range bags, tactical gear, holsters, and heavy-duty storage boxes.  Outdoor & Field Equipment: Camping gear, pop-up blinds, trail cameras, backpacks, coolers, and heaters to keep you prepared in the field.  Collectibles & Militaria: A unique array of bayonets, swords, antique edged weapons, military surplus items, and historical artifacts.  Don't miss out on these premium lots—ideal for upgrading your kit, maintaining your collection, or finding hard-to-find gear!

Alderfer Auction presents a comprehensive ammunition auction featuring an extensive selection of calibers and loads. Whether you are looking for common rounds, range favorites, or hard-to-find military surplus and vintage offerings, this inventory has you covered. Highlights from the catalog include. Popular Handgun & Defensive Calibers: A wide variety of pistol rounds including 9mm, 38 Special, 357 Magnum, 40 S&W, 45 Auto, and 380 Auto. Rifle Rounds: An impressive lineup featuring 223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, 308 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7.62x39 and more Rimfire & Shotgun: Plentiful selections of 17HMR & 22 Rimfire including premium target varieties. Shotgun including 12-ga., 16 ga, 20ga & 410ga slugs, buckshot and shotshell. Specialty & Surplus: Hard-to-find military surplus, vintage rounds, sealed ammo cans, and collectible/unique rifle/handgun calibers. Bid now on these diverse lots—perfect for collectors & hunters.

Prepare for an exceptional firearms auction featuring an outstanding collection of historical arms and modern masterworks, anchored by incredible pieces like the Antique Savage Revolving Firearms Co. Navy Percussion Revolver, a Flintlock Brown Bess Musket, a rare Antique Wm. Glaze Palmetto Armory M1842 Percussion Pistol, and a Richardson & Overman Gallager Carbine. Whether you are expanding your collection with premium sporting pieces like the Browning Citori Over Under Shotgun, the Remington 11-48 28 ga Shotgun, the Early Thompson/Center Contender Single Shot Pistol, and the Ruger Vaquero Single Action Revolver, or looking for high-performance modern options including the Kimber Master Carry Ultra Semi-Automatic Pistol and the Savage Saber Bolt Action Rifle, this catalog has something for every enthusiast. Don't miss your chance to bid on these premier firearms and hundreds more!

The Home & Décor Auction features antique and vintage collectibles, fine porcelain, crystal, art glass, Asian decorative arts, photography equipment, historical memorabilia, and seasonal decorations. Highlights include Steuben, Waterford, Rookwood, Meissen, Dresden, Wedgwood, Noritake, Coalport, and Goebel Hummel, along with a Tiffany & Co. Rococo-style mantel clock, Reed & Barton tea service, and sterling silver accessories. Vintage toys, Franklin Mint Harley-Davidson collectibles, antique books, historical prints, and military memorabilia are also represented. A substantial collection of vintage movie posters and lobby cards accompanies cameras and photography equipment by Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Minolta, Pentax, Konica, Graflex, and Gundlach. Decorative glass and porcelain include Baccarat, Orrefors, Sèvres, Lladró, Lenox, Nymphenburg, Villeroy & Boch, and MacKenzie-Childs. Additional collectibles include sports memorabilia, stamp albums, and railroad material. Seasonal offerings feature an extensive selection of Byers' Choice Carolers, wooden nutcrackers, vintage ornaments, and holiday decorations. Asian antiques include Chinese export porcelain, Famille Rose and celadon vases, cloisonné, carved figures, Japanese tetsubin kettles, lacquerware, and Chinese watercolors. Antique coffee mills, garden statuary, and other decorative objects complete the selection.

The Monthly Jewelry Auction features gold and sterling silver jewelry, diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, cameos, vintage watches, and costume jewelry, with pieces ranging from traditional designs to contemporary accessories. Fine jewelry includes 9K, 10K, 14K, and 18K gold, along with a platinum ring set with opals, red sapphires, and diamonds. Other offerings include a 14K gold sapphire ring, diamond stud earrings, emerald and diamond earrings, gold cufflinks with diamonds and blue topaz, and jewelry featuring garnet, amethyst, peridot, and onyx. Gold necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pendants include pearl and diamond accents, cameo jewelry, floral brooches, and distinctive animal-inspired enamel designs. Sterling silver offerings encompass turquoise and coral jewelry, cuff bracelets, rings, necklaces, pendants, and decorative pins. Watches include Longines, Herald, Movado, Festina, Citizen, Casio, Stuhrling Original, Diesel, Bucherer, and Lady Elgin, alongside antique pocket watches and a Patek Philippe & Co. pocket watch case. Several watches are cataloged as not currently running. Additional selections include pearl necklaces, gold cufflinks, vintage accessories, and costume jewelry featuring Lenox and Chico's. The auction offers a mix of precious-metal jewelry, gemstone-set pieces, collectible timepieces, and everyday accessories.

The Discovery Art Auction features oil paintings, watercolors, lithographs, screen prints, drawings, and mixed media, with a focus on Pennsylvania and Bucks County art, American modernism, European scenes, and contemporary abstraction. Artists represented include Antoine Blanchard, Seymour Remenick, Wolfgang Roth, Edward Hopper, Zavel Silber, Albert Lynch, Katharine Renninger, Ludwig Platzoder, Clarence Leslie Oursler, Ray Hendershot, Paul Calle, Dody Muller, Ilona Smithkin, and Lee Long Looi. The selection also includes exhibition posters featuring works by Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse. A substantial collection of Benton Spruance lithographs features religious, mythological, figurative, and modernist subjects, including signed and numbered examples. Bucks County artist Christopher G. Willett is represented by original oil paintings depicting rural Pennsylvania landscapes and farm life. Abstract art includes extensive collections by Lewis Lanza Rudolph and Louis Tavelli, encompassing original paintings, expressive works on paper, and mixed-media compositions. Contemporary regional painting includes David Paul Ohlerking, known for his Doylestown streetscapes. Additional artists include Edward Winiarski, Marcia Flammonde, Manuel García y Rodríguez, and Roxanne Rodwell, along with lithographic reproductions and posters featuring Marc Chagall and a lithograph by Grandma Moses. The auction brings together regional painting, modernist printmaking, landscapes, figurative art, and contemporary abstraction.