Past Auctions

This online discovery art auction features a diverse array of art pieces including oils, watercolors, lithographs, and mixed media works spanning from the early 20th century to present day. Highlights include several works by Philadelphia artist Thomas Richard Hood, such as screen prints, drypoint etchings, and lithographs created during his time with the WPA Federal Art Project in the 1930s-40s. Additional featured artists are Edward Mesjasz, Ann Yost Whitesell, Anthony Ferrara, and Arlene Fisher. Artwork themes range from landscapes, cityscapes, still lifes, portraits and figurals to abstract geometrics. Mediums utilized are oil, acrylic, watercolor, pencil, charcoal, and lithograph. Pieces are in framed and unframed condition, in a variety of sizes. This auction presents an excellent opportunity to add an original work of art to your collection.

This exciting online jewelry auction features a treasure trove of antique, vintage, and modern pieces sure to delight. The selection includes rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pins, watches, and more showcasing a wide variety styles. For gold aficionados, highlights include a 14K gold bracelet with a charming heart padlock and ruby accent. Vintage rings contain diamonds set in 14K and 18K white and yellow gold, like a cluster ring surrounded by six sparkling diamonds. Mid-century estate pieces include textured hoops, twisted knots, and modernist shapes from the 1950s and 60s. Scarab, nugget, signet, and dome rings in 10K and 14K gold will appeal to period jewelry fans. Fans of silver will appreciate Native American squash blossom and thunderbird necklaces, Taxco cuffs, elaborate filigree, and heavy statement pieces marked sterling. Gorgeous pendants feature turquoise, coral, onyx, and other natural stones. Charm bracelets with turquoise, and seed pearls provide unique accent pieces. Collectors will be excited at signed pieces from acclaimed designers like Hattie Carnegie and Miriam Haskell. Pins and brooches run the gamut from Art Deco, Egyptian Revival, and Mid-Century styles, some featuring enameling, engraving, and dazzling rhinestones. For admirers of Victoriana, there are also lockets, lavalieres, and brooches with seed pearls, cameos, and delicate gold overlays. Beyond adornment, the auction contains functional pieces like pocket watches and wristwatches. Timepieces range from antique enameled pocket watches to modern styles. A rare Mickey Mouse watch with limited edition caseback demonstrates Disney collectability. The auction also presents a variety of loose beads, chains, charms, pins, and other elements perfect for crafters and artisans. With such a broad selection, this auction presents a unique opportunity to source rare vintage finds as well as modern fashion accessories. Materials like carved jade, natural amber, turquoise, coral, and malachite provide one-of-a-kind elements not easily found in contemporary pieces. The starting bid prices make this an ideal auction for in-the-know collectors as well as novices looking to add their first special vintage piece to their jewelry box. Mark your calendar and tell your friends - this is an online jewelry auction you won't want to miss!

This auction features a well-rounded selection of firearm accessories to include scopes/optics, holsters and magazines. Military highlights include helmets, bayonets, swords, knives, and others. Sporting accessories offered are fishing equipment, field gear. You will also find an assortment of taxidermy including African game.

Browse a selection of over 50 firearms by CVA, H&R, Marlin, Winchester, Remington, Mossberg, Savage, Ithaca and many others as well as thousands of rounds of sporting and military ammunition.

In-Person Preview Mon., Nov. 6th from 10AM - 5PM. This auction offers a great selection of modern, sporting, collector, antique, military, and NFA firearms to include handguns, centerfire rifles, shotguns, rimfire rifles and more. We are inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! Sell alongside these quality pieces. Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000 or email firearms@alderferauction.com.

Get ready for our exciting online auction featuring a wide selection of antique home decor, and vintage collectibles. Bid now on these featured lots: • Rare 19th Century China Shoulder Head Doll: This antique bisque porcelain doll dates back to the 1870s-1880s and features intricate painted facial features, original cloth body, and flat sole boots. A must-have for doll collectors! • Civil War Era Powder Horn: Own a piece of history with this pre-Civil War powder horn featuring a brass thumb valve. Great for military collectors and reenactors. • Set of 2 Vintage Pressed Steel Coal Trucks: These 1920s tin Buddy-L toy trucks with charming details are perfect for toy collectors. Shows wonderful patina from years of play. • Victorian Era Lady Randolph Churchill Doll: This 11” artist-made doll includes a book about Jennie Churchill’s fascinating life. A unique find for discerning doll enthusiasts. • Antique Majolica Style Leaf Dish: The beautifully modeled leaf dish features a playful mouse detail. Majolica pottery is highly sought-after by decorators. • Pair of Victorian Glass Candle Lamps: The elegant candelabra lamps feature dangling prism crystals. An eye-catching lighting accent for vintage homes. • Large Carved Cigar Store Indian Figure: The impressive 4 foot tall wooden statue is a rare survivor. A spectacular focal point for collectors. Don't miss this chance to scoop up antique home accents, vintage toys, porcelain figures, art glass, lighting, and more one-of-a-kind finds. Bid now!

Don't miss this online auction featuring a trove of artworks. Up for bid are paintings, drawings, and pastels from acclaimed early 20th century couple Richard Rogers and Mary Bean Rogers. These modernist works capture their avant-garde artistic talents and provide a fascinating window into a pivotal era of American art history. Also featured are charming still life and landscape paintings by Ann Yost Whitesell, a talented Bucks County Impressionist. Her vibrant canvases spotlight the Pennsylvania countryside and quaint small towns. Additional highlights include: • Bird portraits by wildlife artist M. Coble, showcasing a goldfinch and oriole with precise, realistic detail. • A series of expressionist figural studies in various mediums by Anthony Ferrara, demonstrating his technical skill across ink, paint, and mixed media. • An atmospheric snowscape by Christopher G. Willett that reflects his mastery of winter light. This is an opportunity to acquire museum-quality artworks from these important artists. Don't hesitate - register to bid today!

Our upcoming online auction features a wide array of rare, vintage stamps and stamp collections sure to please philatelists and collectors. Highlights include British Commonwealth rarities such as Cape of Good Hope Triangles, Australian States, and Great Britain Penny Blacks, Twopenny Blues, and high value KEVII and KGV issues. Other top lots include Danish West Indies, classic Canada, and strong selections of France, Colonies, Germany, Central Europe, Scandinavia, Portugal, and Southern Europe. The United States is also well represented, with substantial offerings of 19th and early 20th century mint and used, revenues, proofs, and covers. Notable rarities include examples of the 1861 First Issue and 1869 Pictorial Issue. We also offer a nice range of worldwide 20th century sets and singles, including China and many British Commonwealth countries. Those seeking good value will find it in the enormous variety lots jam-packed with mix worldwide material. With over 150+ lots spanning classics to back-of-the-book and modern, this sale has something for everyone. We invite you to review the catalog and discover the possibilities.

Coin collectors and history buffs will want to check out the upcoming online-only auction featuring a wide array of rare coins, currency, and other numismatic items. The auction includes coveted rarities like an 1803 Large Cent graded VG, an 1864 Indian Head bronze cent graded BU, and a 1908-S Indian Head cent graded AU+. For Morgan dollar enthusiasts, the auction has a nice selection including an 1885-O BU, an 1891 BU graded by PCGS, and an 1886 graded BU. Peace dollars are also represented with key dates like a 1923-S BU and 1934-S coins. The auction has a broad selection of commemorative coins like an Illinois Centennial 1918 half dollar graded BU, Booker T. Washington commemorative halves from 1946-1951 graded BU, and modern silver commemoratives. Currency highlights include Confederate States facsimile notes, large size $1 & $2 notes, and uncut sheets of 1981 $1 Federal Reserve Notes.