by Edwin Bailey | May 20, 2024 | Blog
Letter with outstanding content, written by Captain John Sharp, who effectively accuses his commander, Brigadier General William Hull, of treason in his surrendering of Detroit to the British General Brock and the Shawnee leader, Tecumseh. Sharp writes: “… great God!...
by Edwin Bailey | Apr 4, 2024 | Blog
People have sold some odd things for a lot of money in the auction universe. Long ago, guards once sold an entire empire! Another time, a dentist paid lots of money just to show off someone’s old tooth at his work. From underwear to hair to actual food, people...
by Edwin Bailey | Mar 21, 2024 | Blog, Firearms, Guns
The way we buy and sell historical firearms is evolving, and online antique gun auctions are leading the charge. These platforms have opened up a world of possibilities for collectors, enthusiasts, and sellers, making it easier than ever to connect with the right...
by skywaymedia | Mar 7, 2024 | Blog, Jewelry, Rolex
Did you know that Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona sold for a staggering $17.8 million at auction? Vintage watches aren’t just timepieces, they’re investments that can appreciate in value over time. But with fakes, overpolished dials, and overpriced listings flooding the...
by Edwin Bailey | Feb 27, 2024 | Art Auction, Blog
In 2017, Leonardo da Vinci’s “Salvator Mundi” shattered records, selling at auction for $450.3 million, a price no one saw coming. It was proof of what the right auction, the right buyers, and a little bidding frenzy can do. But not every painting needs...
by Edwin Bailey | Feb 27, 2024 | Antiques, Blog, Rolex
Did you know that Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona sold for a staggering $17.8 million at auction? Vintage watches aren’t just timepieces, they’re investments that can appreciate in value over time. But with fakes, overpolished dials, and overpriced listings flooding the...