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Insights on Auction Sales: A Transformer and a Stamp Collection

WorthPoint

2nd Cents Auctions , based in Cleveland, Ohio, specializes in an eclectic mix of collectibles—everything from rock and roll memorabilia to retro tech, vinyl, and video games. In a recent auction featuring 698 lots, the total realized was $9,143.12, making it a very approachable venue for collectors on a budget.

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Battered and Broken: The Nirvana Guitar

WorthPoint

Previous auctions for Cobain’s guitars have brought mid-seven-figure prices , so experts expect this guitar to follow that trend. Julien’s Auction House handled the sale of this instrument, realizing a final price of $4.5 The guitar used by Cobain in the video for the hit song “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” million in 2022.

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11 Different Ways to Achieve 700 USPAP-Compliant Appraisal Hours

International Society of Appraisers

You can prepare an insurance appraisal for a client, friend, or neighbor (note: appraisals for family members or your own collection do not count). You can prepare a restricted-use appraisal report for a client, friend, or neighbor to provide current market values for their collection. dinner or wine). Research time counts.

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How to Sell Your Jewelry: Get the Best Value with an Expert on Your Side

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Whether you go it alone or partner with a qualified broker, knowledge is your best asset.

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Insights on Auction Sales: A Corvette, Rare Titanic Postcard

WorthPoint

Though described as “posted” by the auction house, the card was not mailed; rather, someone had written the date of the disaster—April 14, 1912—in German on the reverse. These books were part of a larger comic collection that looked like a jackpot find for the auction house.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Caitlin Clark, French and German Bayonets

WorthPoint

When looking at trends in the collectibles market, Goldin Auctions is always a strong indicator. Originally released in 1977 and produced in limited quantities, this model remains highly collectible due to its rarity and elegant execution. Credit goes to the auction house for correctly identifying and marketing what they had.

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Insights on Auction Sales: A Bar, Chinese Screen

WorthPoint

Dawsons , a distinguished British auction house, recently offered a selection of fine early European art, with the standout piece being a powerful early 17th-century painting of Saint Peter , attributed to the school of Jusepe de Ribera. Fine European Art An early 17th-century painting of Saint Peter sold for $62,495.97

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