Morphy’s adds sneakers, baseball cards to June 16-17 Toys & Collectibles Auction

Extremely rare 11-inch-tall Halloween vegetable man candy container in clown outfit with carrot arms and shoes; 3-D apples, and egg-shape vegetable on a rope. Nicely painted and detailed face. Probably German, circa 1920s. Estimate $6,000-$9,000

DENVER, Pa. – Whether they’re European antiques, American tin vehicles or postwar favorites from Japan’s golden era of robot production, toys are on a roll. Seasoned collectors are doubling down on their acquisitions while also being joined by a whole new group of international collectors who’ve caught the toy bug. With Internet live bidding available to virtually everyone, Morphy’s toy auctions have become the vibrant epicenter for the global toy hobby. Their June 16-17 auction, with absentee and Internet live bidding through LiveAuctioneers, includes not only a fantastic selection of toys and trains, but also holiday antiques, baseball cards and approximately 100 pairs of collectible sneakers.

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Antiques expert Terry Kovel explores American silver hallmarks

This Gorham Victorian sterling water pitcher, circa 1952, realized $300 plus the buyer’s premium in June 2016 at Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery.
Detail of the hallmark on a Gorham Victorian sterling water pitcher, circa 1952, which realized $300 plus the buyer’s premium in June 2016 at Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery.

NEW YORK — What Terry Kovel doesn’t know about American silver hallmarks probably isn’t worth knowing. The renowned antiques expert, appraiser and author recently chatted with Auction Central News, sharing tips for collectors on characteristics of American silver, the many hallmarks that have been recognized, and how to care for silver.

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Nadeau’s devotes two June sessions to wide-ranging treasures

Japanese Satsuma covered palace urn on a stand, estimated at $1,000-$2,000
Japanese Satsuma covered palace urn on a stand, estimated at $1,000-$2,000
Japanese Satsuma covered palace urn on a stand, estimated at $1,000-$2,000

WINDSOR, Conn.,  – Nadeau’s Auction Gallery is excited to announce a two-day June sale featuring premier antiques, furniture, lamps and glass, fine and decorative arts, and silver and jewelry. Lots 1-500 will be sold on June 5, while those from 501 upward will be sold on June 12. Bidding starts at 10 am Eastern time on both days. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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