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arts-and-leisure1 month ago•20 min saved

Hidden 1930s Patek Philippe Watch Fetches $80,000 at UK Auction

A 1930s Patek Philippe wristwatch, discovered in a family jewelry box in Cornwall, sold for £59,000 ($80,000) at a UK auction, far exceeding its £5,000 estimate. The rare stainless steel timepiece, which had remained with the family for decades, attracted intense international bidding from collectors in Japan, China, and the US. The final buyer, based in Hong Kong, secured the watch, which is noted for its mechanical perfection and rarity, as Patek Philippe produced few stainless steel models during that era.

via Good News Network|

#antiques #arts-and-leisure #auction

business2 months ago•5 min saved

Adirondack Whitney Park Treasures Go Online in Large-Scale Auction

Hundreds of items from Whitney Park in the Adirondacks—including guideboats, old hickory furniture, duck decoys, and Marylou Whitney art—are up for online auction led by Blanchard’s Auction Service. The 36,000-acre estate near Long Lake is listed for $125 million after a Texas developer deal fell through. Preview in Potsdam Aug. 11–13 with online bidding starting Aug. 14; items range from affordable mementos to high-end pieces like a Ralph Cahoon painting.

via NCPR: North Country Public Radio|

#adirondacks #antiques #art

lifestyle6 months ago•4 min saved

Vintage Kitchen Gold: 10 Finds That Could Earn You Big Bucks

Spring cleaning reveals 10 vintage kitchen items that could be worth serious cash, from rare Griswold/Wagner cast‑iron skillets and antique copper/brass tea kettles to CorningWare, fine china, jadeite, Pyrex, vintage KitchenAid mixers, barware, mason jars, and cookie jars—values range from tens to thousands depending on brand, age, and condition (with examples like a Griswold skillet around $8,000 and a Georg Jensen teapot near $19,000).

via Delish|

#antiques #collectibles #kitchenware

lifestyle2 years ago•2 min saved

"$25 Market Find Revealed as $19K Victorian Brooch Treasure"

Flora Steel, who bought a silver brooch for $25 in 1988, recently discovered it was designed by William Burges and could fetch between $10,000 and $16,000 at auction. The revelation came after she recognized a similar piece on the TV show "Antiques Roadshow" and confirmed its authenticity at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The brooch will be auctioned at Gildings Auctioneers in England this spring.

via Fox Business|

##antiques #auction

culture2 years ago•2 min saved

Antiques dealer's legal victory: African mask bought for $165 sells for $4.6M

An antiques dealer who purchased a rare African mask for $165 from an elderly couple won a legal battle after selling it for $4.6 million. The French couple, who obtained the mask from an ancestor, sold it during a garage sale without realizing its true value. The couple later discovered the mask's worth and attempted to cancel the sale, claiming an "authentication error" and accusing the dealer of cheating. However, the court ruled in favor of the dealer, stating that the couple's negligence in getting the mask valued before selling it was the cause of their troubles.

via New York Post |

#african-art #antiques #auction

business3 years ago•4 min saved

"How a 51-Year-Old Earns $10,000 Monthly on JustAnswer: Insider Secrets Revealed"

Nora Curl, a 51-year-old antique expert, has built a successful career on JustAnswer, an advice website where users pay a sign-up fee and monthly fee to access experts in various fields. Curl, who started working on the site in 2012, earns an average of $10,000 per month by answering questions about antiques. She advises others interested in joining the platform to give it a try while keeping their day job and recommends selling antiques on eBay for international exposure.

via CNBC|

#antiques #appraising #business

lifestyle3 years ago•3 min saved

"Thrifter's Unbelievable Score: $90 Goyard Trunk, Her Best Find Yet!"

Virginia Chamlee, a writer and avid thrifter, discovered a genuine Goyard trunk worth an estimated $20,000 at a small antique shop in Florida. She paid only $90 for the piece and later confirmed its authenticity with a luggage expert. Chamlee, who specializes in finding designer pieces, has also come across luxury clothes, authentic art, and other high-value items throughout her thrifting adventures. She keeps the trunk as a cherished memento in her bedroom, displaying it alongside personal items.

via Insider|

#antiques #goyard-trunk #lifestyle

events3 years ago•1 min saved

"Get Ready for Michigan's Epic Weekend Garage Sale Extravaganza!"

"Michigan's Longest Garage Sale" is set to take place along the US-12 Heritage Trail from August 11-13. Spanning over 180 miles from New Buffalo to Detroit, the highway will be lined with individuals selling a variety of items, including antiques, collectibles, furniture, fresh produce, and homemade jams. The event offers not only unique treasures but also the opportunity to meet interesting people along the way, making it a true representation of Americana.

via WOODTV.com|

#americana #antiques #events

events3 years ago•1 min saved

"Get Ready for Michigan's Epic Weekend Garage Sale Extravaganza!"

"Michigan's Longest Garage Sale" is set to take place from August 11-13 along the US-12 Heritage Trail, spanning over 180 miles from New Buffalo to Detroit. Participants along the highway will be selling a variety of items including antiques, collectibles, furniture, fresh produce, and homemade jams. The event offers a chance to explore the scenic route while discovering unique treasures and meeting interesting people.

via WLNS|

#americana #antiques #events