American flag from the War of 1812 18 April 2013 This 15-star American War Naval Jack used in the Anglo-American War of 1812, is thought to be the first of its kind to be offered at auction.
Busy Easter fairs all over the UK 28 March 2013 The Easter weekend is one of the busiest in the fairs and markets calendar and here’s a quick look at just 10 of the numerous events taking place: Dealer NewsNews
Märklin’s Holborn station takes £41,000 03 December 2012 Back in 1998 Lacy Scott & Knight of Bury St Edmunds were instructed by local art teacher and model enthusiast John Clibbon to sell the majority of a large collection of tinplate toys. Auction Reports
New York Contemporary sales bring back feelgood factor 19 November 2012 The Contemporary art market rose to a new level last week as both Sotheby’s and Christie’s saw record sales in New York. Art Market
Amsterdam Dinky is a first at auction 10 October 2012 This Dinky pre-War delivery van advertising Maison De Bonneterie’s flagship department store in Amsterdam will appear at Vectis in Thornaby, near Stockton-on-Tees on October 17.
British auction houses announce ambitious expansion plans 14 August 2012 Regional auctioneers are showing their confidence in the future as they embark upon new building projects. News
Prize lots take Old Masters’ total to a new level 09 July 2012 A string of record prices at the latest Old Master sales in London helped the sector to its highest total ever for an auction series. Art Market
Bargain Märklin: A case of post-Claus syndrome? 06 July 2012 As all Märklin boats were available with a variety of names and flags (trade buyers could choose these details prior to placing an order), it seems safe to assume this ocean liner named Deutschland was made for the home market. Auction Reports
Dettingen battle standard is remarkable survivor 12 June 2012 A remarkable survivor from a landmark battle in British military history is coming up for sale at Thomas Del Mar in West Kensington on June 27. News
California blanket ban on all ivory sales enforced 30 April 2012 THE State of California has recently begun to strictly enforce a law banning the sale of ivory regardless of age. Dealers and auctioneers offering antiques made from ivory or including ivory among their constituent parts have had merchandise seized. International
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