Past Auctions

Alderfer’s Comic Book auction, led by a coverless copy of Amazing Fantasy #15, the first appearance of Spider-Man is the most important and valuable book in the sale. This cornerstone issue anchors a strong lineup of first appearances, early issues, and debut comics spanning Marvel and DC. Additional key highlights include New Mutants #98, featuring the first appearance of Deadpool, Iron Fist #14 with the first appearance of Sabretooth, and early X-Men issues such as X-Men #4 and X-Men #14, each containing notable early villain and character introductions. The auction also features multiple #1 issues, including Luke Cage #1, Teen Titans #1, and a CGC-graded Star Wars #1, along with a grouped lot containing Conan the Barbarian #1, Darth Vader #1, and Thor #1. Beyond the headline keys, the sale includes pre-Code comics, representing early crime, horror, and suspense material from before the Comics Code Authority. These historically significant books add depth alongside the superhero offerings. Supporting the key issues are extensive selections of Marvel and DC comics featuring Batman, Justice Society of America, All-Star Squadron, Justice League, Daredevil, Fantastic Four, New Mutants, X-Force, and related series. Together, the auction presents a focused opportunity to acquire cornerstone comics, major first appearances, and early series launches across multiple eras of comic book history.

The Home & Décor Auction features a broad selection of porcelain, ceramics, glassware, decorative objects, tableware, lighting, books, and household accessories. Ceramics and porcelain are led by Mason’s red transferware, Belleek porcelain and tableware, Royal Doulton figurines, Goebel Hummel figures and plates, and Byers’ Choice and Jouglas Santons figurines. Additional offerings include ceramic cat figures, porcelain fish platters, and children’s tableware. Glassware includes milk glass animal-shaped covered dishes, novelty milk glass forms, clear and cut glass serving pieces, hand-painted glass decanters, and dessert bowls. Decorative lighting appears in the form of a mid-century ceramic table lamp with brass base and dolphin candlesticks. Seasonal material includes holiday decorations and porcelain holiday figures. Books and ephemera feature Dr. Seuss and Roald Dahl hardcover collections, paper dolls, jigsaw puzzles, and historical memorabilia. Household accessories include pewter tableware, ceramic jars, mother-of-pearl dishes, and assorted decorative containers. Together, the auction presents a comprehensive offering of decorative and functional home items across multiple tabletop and display categories.

The Home & Décor Auction features a diverse selection of decorative objects, ceramics, glassware, lighting, tabletop items, books, and household accessories. Wall décor includes framed artwork such as a lunar eclipse print, photographic portrait, sculptural compositions, and a brass and wood gravity clock. Ceramics are led by multiple Lladro porcelain figurines, Lenox porcelain items, figural clocks, novelty mugs, and English flow blue tableware. Glass and crystal offerings include cut crystal vases, a crystal punch bowl with cups, and assorted glass Christmas ornaments. Decorative lighting appears in the form of Capodimonte lamps and stained glass-style light fixtures. Seasonal décor includes Lenox holiday tableware, Christmas figurines, and glass ornament groupings. Kitchen and tabletop items feature Imari porcelain, crystal serving pieces, and decorative dishware. Books and ephemera include 19th-century almanacs, automobile advertising ephemera, coin and currency groupings with books, and vinyl records. Additional household accessories include vintage cameras, storage boxes, and mixed decorative groupings. The auction presents a comprehensive selection of decorative and functional home items across multiple categories.

The Furniture Auction features a curated selection of seating, tables, storage furniture, and accent pieces. Seating includes a Windsor comb back armchair, an accent settee with rattan sides, a rush seat settee and armchair, a slatted bench, and a corner chair with matching stool. Tables and stands include a painted accent table, bamboo folding chairs with plant stand, a Victorian washstand, a pair of ottomans with accent table, and a Woodard “Chantilly Rose” wrought iron coffee table. Storage offerings include a painted blanket chest by Kathy Grabill, a pie safe cabinet, a genre decorated file cabinet, and a Lane cedar chest. Additional entries include a Globe-Wernicke barrister bookcase and wrought iron patio furniture for outdoor use. Together, the catalog offers a compact furniture sale centered on seating, storage, and decorative accent pieces.

The Home & Décor Auction presents a broad selection of artwork, ceramics, pottery, Fenton glassware, decorative objects, historical memorabilia including the New York World's Fair, and interior accents sourced from multiple collections. The sale includes framed wall décor such as 19th-century documents, official certificates, and portrait miniatures. These pieces provide options for wall display and reflect varying periods and formats. There are offerings to add to anyone's collection. This includes Coca-Cola memorabilia, vintage license plates from 1912 through the 1940s, barometers, clocks, vintage radios, toys, Fiesta Ware, match books, beer collectibles and more.

The Jewelry Auction features a wide range of gold, silver, diamond, gemstone, and estate jewelry, offering strong variety across rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants, and mixed groupings. The catalog includes numerous 14k and 10k gold rings set with diamonds, opal, nephrite, and other gemstones, along with engraved and initialed designs, Masonic rings, and class rings. Earrings include 14k gold diamond earrings, opal earrings, and mixed gold earring sets. Pendant and brooch selections include a 14k white gold cameo pin/pendant, decorative gold pins, and multi-stone designs. Necklaces and chains range from 18k gold chains to sterling and gold-filled chains, along with pendant-accompanied lots. Bracelets appear in gold, gold-filled, and sterling forms. Sterling silver items include rings, bracelets, and assorted jewelry lots, while costume jewelry entries include contemporary and vintage styles, Swarovski pieces, gold-plated jewelry, and ceramic-accented designs. A selection of watches appears throughout the auction, including gold-filled and fashion watches. With gold, sterling silver, gemstone jewelry, and varied estate groupings, the auction offers attractive options for collectors, resellers, and buyers searching for both fine and everyday wearable jewelry.