by Edwin Bailey | May 21, 2024 | Blog
On March 18, 2023, Blackwell Auctions sold a painting of one of the most historically important figures of the 19th century, Sitting Bull, the chief who united the Sioux to defeat Gen. George Armstrong Custer at Little Big Horn in 1876. The portrait was one of four...
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 | 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...
by Doug Bryson | Jan 10, 2024 | Blog
Welcome to the dynamic world of auctions! You’re about to dive into a realm where appraisal skills blend with swift clicks. Here, fair market values meet insurance estimates as items await your bid. With no need for formal appraisals before sale projections, you...
by Doug Bryson | Oct 16, 2023 | Blog, Rolex
You’ve invested in a Rolex, but now you’re considering parting with your prized timepiece. You ask yourself: Do Rolex watches hold their value? So, to answer your question, yes, they do retain value. Therefore, selling your beloved wristwatch might be more...
