Apple Tree Auction Center
A family business steeped in history with eyes on the future.
Behind the success of every small business, there is a family. We are proud to have three generations working side by side.
Sam Schnaidt
Sam Schnaidt (Founder/President) grew up in a home of long time antique and automobile collectors. Sam started collecting at the age of 12, buying his first antique car at auction, a 1926 coupe, for $20.00. He collected antique toys as a teenager, many of which are on display at the auction house today. Sam and his wife, Heidi, have bought, sold, and collected antiques for almost 50 years. Sam graduated from Ohio University and Reppert School of Auctioneering in 1963.
Sam and Heidi were joined at Apple Tree by their son, David, in 1993. David filled Apple Tree with his great enthusiasm and expertise until he lost a brave battle with cancer in 2013.
Debbie Schnaidt
Sam and Heidi’s daughter, Debbie Schnaidt (Vice President) grew up going on antique buying trips that were thinly disguised as family vacations. She loves the warmth, patina, and history of antiques. Debbie attended auction school in 1994, and has now assumed management and auctioneering duties at Apple Tree. She has been appointed by Governor DeWine to serve a second term on the auction commission. Debbie looks forward to growing the business with her son, Spencer, and his wife Meredith.
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Bidder Reviews for Apple Tree Auction Center (924)
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ValreeHendersonville, NC
May 21, 2024
Quick and positive communication-item as described
I fell in love with the item when I previewed it ahead of the auction. I bid and won the item. All communication for the item was done quickly and professionally. I am very happy with the item and the experience.
MontySaint Marys, GA
May 21, 2024
Professional from start to finish
I have been dealing with Appletree for over 40 years. First while I lived in the central Ohio area, and now long distance from Georgia. Never have I been disappointed with the staff and their professionalism
SharonLagrange, IN
May 20, 2024
These people are great to deal with. I did have a question and it was answered promptly! GREAT!
These people are great to deal with. I did have a question and it was answered promptly! GREAT!
Mary EllenEverett, WA
May 16, 2024
I always return to Apple Tree's doll auctions
I love this auction house and always make sure I return for their doll auctions. They carefully examine the dolls and give good descriptions so I feel confident buying them online without examining them myself. They are doll professionals so I never worry about how safely they will be shipped. Whenever I have reason to have an exchange with them it is always pleasant and professional. I even watch when their auctions are not about dolls and have purchased a few things in their other auctions, though my main interest is dolls which is my business. I can't recommend this auction house highly enough.
SteveNashville, TN
Apr 26, 2024
BarbaraStaten Island, NY
Apr 18, 2024
SheilaVancouver, CA
Apr 15, 2024
LouisBoise, ID
Mar 22, 2024
Appreciate the variety
Apple Tree Auction continues to offer a wide variety of items. I look forward to every auction.
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