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“We the People”: The U.S. Constitution and Articles of Confederation at Brunk Auctions

Maine Antique Digest

Brunk Auctions, Asheville, North Carolina Photos courtesy Brunk Auctions Record-breaking rainstorms followed by Hurricane Helene forced the delay of the planned September 28 sale of a rare copy of the 1787 United States Constitution at Brunk Auctions.

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How to decide the best estate sale or auction services

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

If you ever needed to sell your collectibles, perhaps because you’re moving from one home to another or due to some other reason, estate sale appraisers, estate sales and auction services are the most obvious options. The tips mentioned above should help you choose the best estate sale or auction services. There you have it.

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Rock Star Discovers Award for Sale on Ebay

WorthPoint

Dave Davies of The Kinks discovered his Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame trophy for sale on eBay. Dave Davies of The Kinks knows from recent personal experience what it’s like to find some of his cherished property up for sale. When not writing or walking her snorty pug, Penny, she enjoys yard sales, flea markets, and badminton.

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The Case Against the Current Energy Usage of NFTs: An Art World Environmentalist’s Opinion

Artifactual History Appraisal

The Blue Marble by the crew of Apollo 17 (1972), Public Domain image I started writing this article the Friday before the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued their report updating previous projections about the speed and impact of climate change. Is there money to potentially be made (and lost) in NFTs? Absolutely.

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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

My latest article for Worthwhile Magazine™ tackles a tricky area of appraising: understanding the different levels of value. This is one of the most confusing elements of appraising that I spend a lot of time discussing with clients, so I wanted to cover the subject in an article that could reach and help a much broader audience.

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Examining the Future of the Chinese Antiques Market

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

In this article, we will look at whether the boom in Chinese antiques is coming to an end. Signs the Chinese antiques market might be slowing down: In 2019, the Global Chinese Art Auction Market Report indicated that sales of Chinese art and antiques reached $5.7 Total auction sales in mainland China also fell by 10% that year.

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Facebook Marketplace a Close Second to eBay

WorthPoint

The availability of vintage and other used items on Facebook Marketplace, combined with users’ social media engagement, makes the platform a powerhouse for secondhand sales. According to JungleScout , local sales on Facebook Marketplace incur no fees. As with anything sales-related, the numbers don’t lie.

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