Estate Treasures: Avalon Hills Collection
Listing ID#: 842986

Sale Location
45 W Carey
Knightstown, IN 46148
Sale Dates and Times
Saturday Feb 7, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sale Type
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Burgess Auctions LLC

Contact: Zack Burgess
Phone: 317-508-5973
Email: zack@burgessauctions.com
Website: www.burgessauctions.com

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Listing Terms and Conditions
BURGESS AUCTIONS
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
________________________________________
GENERAL TERMS
1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS By registering to bid, whether in person, by telephone, absentee bid, or through our online platform, all bidders agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale. These terms constitute the entire agreement between Burgess Auctions and the bidder.
2. AUCTIONEER AUTHORITY The auctioneer has absolute discretion to:
• Reject any bid
• Advance bidding at his/her discretion
• Withdraw any lot from sale
• Resolve any disputes regarding bidding
• Take any other action deemed necessary for the proper conduct of the sale
3. BIDDER REGISTRATION All bidders must register prior to the sale and provide:
• Valid government-issued photo identification
• Completed bidder registration form
• Credit card information for verification purposes (online bidders)
• Any additional documentation as required by the auctioneer
________________________________________
BIDDING PROCEDURES
4. LIVE BIDDING
• The majority of lots will be sold through live, onsite bidding
• Bidding increments are at the auctioneer's discretion
• The highest acknowledged bid will be the successful bid
• In case of dispute, the auctioneer's decision is final
5. SIMULCAST BIDDING (SELECTED ITEMS)
• Selected lots will be available for online bidding through our approved platform
• Online bidders compete equally with floor bidders
• Technical difficulties with online platforms do not constitute grounds for cancellation of sale
• Burgess Auctions is not responsible for failed internet connections, technical malfunctions, or missed bids due to platform issues
• Online bidders should monitor their connection and bid early if experiencing technical difficulties
6. ABSENTEE BIDS
• Written absentee bids will be accepted until one hour prior to sale start
• Absentee bids will be executed at the lowest possible winning amount
• Burgess Auctions will make every effort to execute absentee bids but assumes no responsibility for failure to execute such bids
7. TELEPHONE BIDDING
• Available by prior arrangement for lots with estimates of $500 or higher
• Must be arranged at least 24 hours prior to sale
• Limited number of phone lines available
• Burgess Auctions assumes no responsibility for missed calls or technical difficulties
________________________________________
PAYMENT AND COLLECTION
8. BUYER'S PREMIUM A buyer's premium of 15% will be added to the hammer price of all lots. This premium is subject to applicable sales tax.
9. SALES TAX: This is a taxable event.
10. PAYMENT TERMS
• Payment is due in full on sale day
• Accepted forms of payment: Cash, cashier's check, money order, approved personal check (with proper ID), or credit card
• Personal checks over $1,000 require bank verification
• Credit card payments may be subject to processing fees
11. COLLECTION OF PURCHASES
• All items must be paid for and removed by Friday October 31 5:00PM
• Buyers are responsible for bringing adequate help and equipment for removal
• Items not removed by the deadline will incur storage fees of $5 per lot per day
________________________________________
CONDITION AND INSPECTION
12. CONDITION OF LOTS
• ALL SALES ARE FINAL
• All lots are sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with no warranties or guarantees
• Descriptions are provided as a service to bidders but are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete
• Age, condition, authenticity, attribution, and provenance are matters of opinion
13. PREVIEW AND INSPECTION
• Public preview will be held on Wednesday August 27 8:00AM
• Bidders are strongly encouraged to personally inspect all lots of interest
• Condition reports may be available for selected lots upon request
• Failure to inspect lots prior to bidding does not constitute grounds for return or refund
________________________________________
DEFAULT AND REMEDIES
14. DEFAULT BY PURCHASER If a successful bidder fails to pay for purchases:
• The lot(s) may be re-offered for sale
• The bidder will be liable for any deficiency plus costs
• The bidder may be prohibited from future sales
• Legal action may be pursued for collection
15. DISPUTES
• All disputes must be brought to the auctioneer's attention on sale day
• No claims will be considered after items are removed from the premises
• The auctioneer's records will be conclusive evidence of sale details
________________________________________
ADDITIONAL TERMS
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS Any announcements made on sale day supersede all previous advertising and printed materials.
17. PHOTOGRAPHY AND RECORDING Burgess Auctions reserves the right to photograph or record the sale for security and promotional purposes.
18. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Burgess Auctions' liability is limited to the purchase price of any lot. We are not responsible for personal injury, property damage, or consequential damages.
19. JURISDICTION These terms shall be governed by Indiana law. Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the appropriate courts of Henry County, Indiana.
20. SEVERABILITY If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
________________________________________
CONTACT INFORMATION
Burgess Auctions
45 W Carey St
Knightstown, IN 46148
Phone: 765-445-7814
Email: sold@burgessauctions.com
Website: www.burgessauctions.com
"Where Tradition Meets Opportunity"
________________________________________
By bidding at this auction, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

Listing Information

 Estate Treasures: Avalon Hills Collection | Coins, Porcelain, Silver & Hollywood History

Collectors, this is the estate you've been waiting for. The Avalon Hills estate represents decades assembling a collection that spans categories—but never sacrificed quality for quantity. Every piece represents educated collecting: authenticated, documented, and often complete sets or museum-quality examples.

For Numismatists: If you collect U.S. Mint issues, this is your opportunity. Complete uncirculated Presidential Dollar sets from Philadelphia and Denver mints ($80 face value), Native American Dollar sets spanning 2009-2020, the complete JFK Half Dollar Collection with 50 coins, and high-end presentation sets including America's Fifty States Gold Plate Ingots (retail $1,095).

For Porcelain Collectors: Museum-quality European pieces throughout: Herend Rothschild reticulated bowl #7470/RQ, Royal Copenhagen Mermaid Figurine #1210, Bing & Grøndahl collectibles, German Schumann porcelain fruit seller figurines, extensive Wedgwood Jasperware and Queen's Ware collections.

For Silver Collectors: From 17th-century English to mid-century American: rare English silver sugar nipper, Reed & Barton sterling tray weighing 6.9 troy ounces, Gorham pieces, complete sterling dresser sets, weighted sterling candlesticks and serving pieces.

For Hollywood Memorabilia Dealers: Authenticated Golden Age autographs including Gregory Peck, Rita Hayworth, Rock Hudson, Gary Cooper, Alan Ladd, Susan Hayward, Burt Lancaster, William Holden, Kathryn Grayson, Tony Curtis, Jane Wyman, and more. All authentic publicity photos from the era.

For Americana Collectors: Rare silhouette portraits including George Washington (attributed to Saint-Mémin) and Andrew Jackson, extensive collection of 19th-century framed silhouettes, early American painted tin and tole ware with original surface, folk art decorated boxes.

Auction Information:

  • 234 Total Lots
  • Discovery Uncataloged Auction Immedialtely following the Catalog Portion
  • Online Bidding: bids.burgessauctions.com
  • Live Auction Saturday February 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
  • Preview: Friday Febraury 6 10:00-5:00
  • Pickup: Flexible scheduling within 1-3 days of close
  • Buyer's Premium: 15%

Contact: Zack Burgess, CAI Burgess Auctions LLC

45 W Carey Street, Knightstown, IN 46148

Phone: 765-445-7814

Email: zack@burgessauctions.com

Website: www.burgessauctions.com

Trusted Auctions, Timeless Results

Auction Catalog: 

Lot # Title
1 Fifty John F Kennedy half dollars with gold highlights in cherry finished case (1964-2014)
2 fifty-six Statehood Quarters with gold highlights in cherry finish case (1999-2009)
3 America's Fifty States gold plate ingots in cherry finish case (Retail $1095)
4 The Complete John F Kennedy Uncirculated half dollar collection with stamps (39 coins)
5 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 1
6 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 2 
7 Nineteen sets 2002-2020 Kennedy, Sacagawea, and Native American Special Collectors Edition ($57.00 face value)
8 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint Presidential One Dollar coins Uncirculated Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($80 face value)
9 Twelve sets 2009-2020 Native American Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($36 face value)
10 Eight sets 2012-2015 US Mint Presidential Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($32 face value)
11 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint First Spouse bronze medal series (four medals to set)
12 2009 Ultimate Lincoln Anniversary Cents (The Early Years)
13 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
14 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
15 Ten 2004-2006 New US Five Cent coins
16 Herend Rothschild 8" handled reticulated bowl #7470/RQ
17 Weighted Sterling 6" basket 4.9ozt
18 6 piece sterling dresser set 
19 7 piece sterling dresser set 
20 17th century English Silver sugar nipper 
21 Gorham Sterling monogrammed heart dish .9ozt
22 Reed and Barton 12" Sterling Silver tray 6.9ozt
23 Weighted and Sterling Silver lot 
24 7" Staffordshire hunting figure
25 Schumann Porcelain Man and Woman Fruit Sellers porcelain figures 8" 
26 Royal Copenhagen porcelain figurine, Danish folk subject
27 German porcelain figurine 
29 Mackenzie Childs canister and 4 dinner plates 
30 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
31 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
32 Painted tin box folk art decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
33 3 paint decorated tin teapots late 19th/early 20th century
34 dome top tin paint decorated folk art box original surface 13x7x8"
35 Tole painted tin funnel
36 tole painted lunch pail 
37 tole painted cutlery box 
38  7 weighted Sterling silver candlesticks 
39 Early tin kitchen sipce box with 5 cans
40 early paint decorated bellows 
41 inlaid flame mahogany box 
42 Spongeware salt crock 
43 Early tin paint decorated apple tea caddy 
44 paint decorated tin matchbox
45 paint decorated tin box 
46 early paint decorated candle or document box 
47 Three Framed Silhouette Portraits
48 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits - Francis C. Barrett (Gentile?) & Sarah Ann Grace Barrett
49 Collection of Framed Silhouette Portraits
50 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits
51 Framed Silhouette Portrait of George Washington, Attributed to Saint-Mémin
52 Framed Silhouette of Andrew Jackson
53 Framed Paper Cut Silhouette Art
54 Christmas Tree Candle Holders
55 Shaker Boxes
56 Set of Five Graduated Oval Boxes - Pleasant Hill Collection Reproduction
57 Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Set
58 Collection of Silver Plated Tableware and Decorative Pieces
59 Rudolstadt Germany Bowl, Covered Jar with Underplate, and Folding Fan Set
60 Engraved Silver Plated Candelabra and Lidded Jar Set
61 Assorted Silverplated Serving Pieces
62 Wedgwood of Etruria & Barlaston Embossed Queen's Ware Set
63 Silver Plated Divided Serving Dish
64 Wedgwood Etruria Barlaston Queen's Ware Collection
65 Etched Glass Table Lamp with Crystal Prisms
66 Pair of Decorative Vases with Cameo Design
67 Silver Plated Basket Collection and Silver-Toned Mirror
68 Assorted Silver Plated Serving Pieces
69 3 Girandoles With Prisms
70 Decorative Silver Plated Bowl with Embossed Design
71 Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Mermaid Figurine #1210
72 Bing & Grondahl Mother and Child with Doves Figurine
73 Pair of Long Stem Clay Smoking Pipes
75 Contemporary tea caddy
76 Wedgwood Jasperware Oval Covered Box with Duck Finial
77 Spode Christmas Tree China Set
78 Floral Basket Style Cast Iron Doorstops (Set of 3)
79 Clear Glass Decorative Pedestal Bowls and Lamp Set of 5
80 Alfred Meakin England, Audubon Society Bird Plates (Set of 9)
81 Staffordshire England Blue Transferware Historical Plates - Set of 8
82 Collection of Porcelain Figurines, Mini Boxes, and Pitcher
84 Royal Doulton "Bedtime" and "Darling" Figurines
85 Japanese Porcelain Vase with Wooden Stand
86 Pair of Brass and Crystal Candle Wall Sconces
87 Set of Three Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
88 Pair of Bing & Grondahl Figurines - Children
89 Two Bing & Grondahl and Royal Copenhagen Figural Porcelain Figurines
90 Hand Bells and Decorative Pitcher and Vase Collection
91 Collection of Decorative Doorstops - Three Floral Basket Designs
92 Pair of Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
93 Group of 5 Copper Lustre Pitchers
94 Lot of 5 Decorative Miniature Copper Luster Pictures
95 Pair of Decorative Copper Luster
96 Three Copper Luster Pitchers with Ballet Dancer Motif
97 Lusterware Miniature Pitchers, Bowl, Mug and Goblet
98 Rosenthal Germany Porcelain Collection
100 Set of 11 Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Plates and One Ashtray
101 Assorted Decorative Items: German Made Pitcher, Macalton Jar, Dishes, Buttons, and Hair Comb
102 Set of Five Pewter Handmade in Italy Plates
103 Pair of Girandoles
104 Milton Caniff autographed photo 
105 1947 Personalized and Inscribed "Mostly Malarky by Wally" Cartoon Art by Wally Carlson
106 Mid-Century Celebrity Signed Photos - Judy Holliday & More
107 Three Signed Photos - Moroni Olsen & Rock Hudson
108 Lot of Signed Celebrity Photographs - Gregory Peck, Jane Powell, and more
109 Signed Hollywood Publicity Photos - Rita Hayworth, Jane Wyman, Aldo Ray
110 Signed Memorabilia: Alan Ladd, Gary Cooper, Robert Williams
111 Collection of Signed Celebrity Photos: Jean Peters, Terry Moore, Burt Lancaster
112 Signed Photos of Susan Hayward, Dan Dailey and Tony Curtis
113 Kathryn Grayson, Virginia Mayo, and Herb Shriner Signed Photos
114 Autographed Photo Lot: Barry Goldwater, Louise Dresser, Julia Adams
115 Signed Portrait Photos - Rory Calhoun, William Holden, Piper Laurie
116 Collectible Porcelain Trinket Boxes and Figurines, Staffordshire
117 Collection of Decorative Porcelain Patch Boxes
118 Collection of Miniature Ceramic Trinket Boxes
119 Guerlain Perfume Bottle Collection - Assorted Styles
120 Set of 5 Angel Month Figurines
121 Vintage Martha New York & Miami Two-Piece Red Suit
122 Rogue RD80PK Acoustic Guitar
123 Royal Doulton England Plates - Set of Six
124 Bing & Grondahl B&G Porcelain Figurines - Boy & Girl
125 Royal Doulton Little Boy Blue & Bo-Peep Figurine Pair, HN 2048 & HN 1990
126 Set of 11 Multicolor Cut Crystal Wine Glasses
127 Royal Copenhagen Figurine - Girl Feeding Cow #779
128 Steuben Glass Swan Sculpture
129 Washburn D8PAK Acoustic Guitar
130 Continental European .800 Silver [form], Late 19th/Early 20th Century
131 Cuesta-Rey Cigar Box with Assorted Collectibles: Zippo Lighters, Coins, Tokens, and More
132 St Clair Art Glass Table Lamp 3 ball
133 Floral Ceramic Table Lamp with double mantle Socket
134 Moorcroft Floral Table Lamp
135 Griswold Cast Iron Skillets - Lot of 2
136 Pair of Murano Style Art Glass Bookends
137 Assorted Coins, Medals, and Currency in Display Cases
138 Political Campaign Button Collection
139 Inclinometer Pat'd 1906
140 Pair of Metal and Crystal Girandoles
141 Victorian Photo Album with Cabinet Cards and Photos
142 Set of 8 Coin Design Drinking Glasses
143 Decorative Tin Canister with Lid
144 Collection of Football Trading Cards
145 Signed Baseball Memorabilia Lot: Jack McDowell, Dom DiMaggio, and More
146 Pair of Chicago White Sox MLB Promotional Trash Cans
147 Kaufmann's Fifth Avenue Fur Coat
148 Brown Fur Coat by Frost Bros
149 Set of Eight The Cellar Bird Motif Plates
150 12 Stubba Fine China Remekins
151 Floral Milk Glass Cup and Tray Sets
152 Fostoria Dolly Madison Stemware Set - Thirteen Pieces
153 Schmid Bertha Hummel Cobalt Glass Paperweight
154 Signed Boda Crystal Bowl - Numbered
155 Mixed Lot of Silverware and Glassware - Cordials, Silver Spoons, Forks, and Decorative Jar
156 Joe's Jewelry Thailand Flatware Set
157 10 Gold Rim Crackle Glass Wine Glasses
158 15 count Clear Glass Wine Goblets
159 82 Piece Thomas Bavaria China Set with Floral Design
160 Copper Cookware Set with Rack
161 Spode Blue Room Garden Collection Plates - Set of Four
162 Pair of Crystal and Bronze Girandoles
163 Silver Plated Condiment Set with Glass Dishes and Cordial Glasses
164 Collectible Assortment: Magnifying Glass, leather Boxes, and More
165 Assorted Christmas Ornaments and Nativity Set
166 Lot of Storage Bags, Anti Tarnish
167 Pair of Needlepoint Wall Hangings with Floral Designs
168 Lot of Decorative Linens
169 Textile Lot - Handwoven Coverlet and Embroidered Panel
170 Collection of Blue and White Ceramic Canisters with Lids
171 Collection of Pink Depression Glass 
172  Dinnerware  Storage Containers
173 Castleton China Golden Moment Gold-Trimmed Dinnerware, approx 63 pc
174 12 pc Lenox Blue and Gold Dinner Plates
175 Johann Haviland Bavaria Germany Dinnerware Set approx 24 pc
176 Lenox Wheat R-442 Dinnerware Set, approx 35 pc
177 Aynsley Bone China Hatfield Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set
178 Shenango Pottery Perry's Victory on Lake Erie Plates (12)
179 Set of 5 Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Wine Glasses
180 Wedgwood Wellesley Dinnerware Set
181 10pc Pottery Barn Sausalito Paisley Bowls
182 Toy Soldier Blow Mold Decoration
183 Handise Heavy Hitter Carved Baseball Bat
184 German Beer Stein with Intricate Design and Lid
185 Seth Thomas Mantle Clock with Church Documentation
186 Mounted Dinner Bell with Engraved Byron Poem
187 Pair of Decorative Silver-Plated Urns with Handles
188 Esther Powers Miller "The Black Horse Troops, Culver Academies" Print
189 Framed Needlepoint Pledge of Allegiance
190 Worn Oriental Rug with Intricate Patterns
191 Decorative Shelf Molding
192 Set of Four Armchairs with Patterned Upholstery
193 Set of Four Upholstered Arm Chairs
200 Pair of Ornate Gold Tone Metal and Crystal Sconces
201 Framed Portrait Painting of a Woman by Edward Brucker, Dated 1961
202 Edward Brucker Portrait
203 1938 Portrait Painting of Chester Wilson Cleveland by F.R. Harper
204 Edward Brucker Portrait Oil Painting
205 Framed Black and White Photo with Autograph Booth Tarkington
206 Booth Tarkington Autographed Photograph,  1937
207 Framed Portrait Painting of Children
208 Framed Landscape Painting of Coastal Scene
209 Floyd L. Hopper Signed Framed Watercolor Painting
210 Silver Plated Tea Set with Serving Tray
211 Round Leather Top Accent Table with Drawer
212 Ornate Carved Wood Rocking Chair
213 Wooden Office Armchair
214 Pair of Wooden Spindle Back Chairs
215 Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs with Red Upholstery
216 Ornate Framed Wall Mirror
217 Display Cabinet with Glass Doors
218 Wooden Magazine Stand
219 Three-Drawer Wooden Dresser with Spindle Legs
220 Round Pedestal Accent Table
221 Ornate Carved Armchair with Floral Tapestry Upholstery
222 Elegant Accent Chair with Green Upholstery
223 Large Oriental Rug with Geometric and Floral Motifs
225 Set of Six Dining Chairs with Blue Upholstery
226 Round Mahogany Wood Table with Glass Top
227 Adjustable Drafting Table with Wood Top and Cast Iron Base
228 Oval Wood Framed Wall Mirror
229 Painted Accent Mirror
230 Bell System Wooden Wall Phone
231 Dark Wood Writing Desk with Drawer
232 Drop Leaf Oval Table with Drawer
233 Round Marble Top Coffee Table
234 Mahogany End Table with Three Drawers
235 Drop Leaf Mahogany Table with Drawer
236 Printer's Block Letterpress Tray with Assorted Type and Blocks
237 Framed Art Prints: Esther Powers Miller Sailboats & Signed Street Scene
238 Hamilton MFG Co. Typesetter Letterpress Tray with Letters
239 Wood Server with Drawers and Storage
240 Framed Portraits of Women
241 Statton Furniture Americana Collection Hutch
242 Framed Chicago White Sox Hall of Famers Baseball Immortal Card Collection
243 Drop Leaf Table with Drawer
244 Large Oriental Rug with Intricate Floral and Geometric Patterns
245 Small Table with Faux Marble Top
246 Wooden Book Shaped Keepsake Box with Cross Motif
247 Drop Leaf Tea Cart Table on Wheels
248 The Cleveland Clay Pigeon thrower on Wood Base
249 Upholstered Ottoman or Bench with Wood Base
250 Accent Table with Ornate Carved Details
251 John Widdicomb Painted Bedroom Set - Bed Frame and Chest
252 Frank Charles Kirk Framed Print
253 Tom Mc Clure Glass Bird Sculpture
254 Framed Floral Oil Painting Signed Mary Miller
255 Plastic Planter
256 Ornate Wood Framed Wall Mirror
257 Conant Ball Furniture Makers Chest of Drawers

 

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Contact: Zack Burgess
Phone: 317-508-5973
Sale Location
45 W Carey
Knightstown, IN 46148
Sale Dates and Times
Saturday Feb 7, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sale Terms and Conditions
BURGESS AUCTIONS TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE ________________________________________ GENERAL TERMS 1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS By registering to bid, whether in person, by telephone, absentee bid, or through our online platform, all bidders agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale. These terms constitute the entire agreement between Burgess Auctions and the bidder. 2. AUCTIONEER AUTHORITY The auctioneer has absolute discretion to: • Reject any bid • Advance bidding at his/her discretion • Withdraw any lot from sale • Resolve any disputes regarding bidding • Take any other action deemed necessary for the proper conduct of the sale 3. BIDDER REGISTRATION All bidders must register prior to the sale and provide: • Valid government-issued photo identification • Completed bidder registration form • Credit card information for verification purposes (online bidders) • Any additional documentation as required by the auctioneer ________________________________________ BIDDING PROCEDURES 4. LIVE BIDDING • The majority of lots will be sold through live, onsite bidding • Bidding increments are at the auctioneer's discretion • The highest acknowledged bid will be the successful bid • In case of dispute, the auctioneer's decision is final 5. SIMULCAST BIDDING (SELECTED ITEMS) • Selected lots will be available for online bidding through our approved platform • Online bidders compete equally with floor bidders • Technical difficulties with online platforms do not constitute grounds for cancellation of sale • Burgess Auctions is not responsible for failed internet connections, technical malfunctions, or missed bids due to platform issues • Online bidders should monitor their connection and bid early if experiencing technical difficulties 6. ABSENTEE BIDS • Written absentee bids will be accepted until one hour prior to sale start • Absentee bids will be executed at the lowest possible winning amount • Burgess Auctions will make every effort to execute absentee bids but assumes no responsibility for failure to execute such bids 7. TELEPHONE BIDDING • Available by prior arrangement for lots with estimates of $500 or higher • Must be arranged at least 24 hours prior to sale • Limited number of phone lines available • Burgess Auctions assumes no responsibility for missed calls or technical difficulties ________________________________________ PAYMENT AND COLLECTION 8. BUYER'S PREMIUM A buyer's premium of 15% will be added to the hammer price of all lots. This premium is subject to applicable sales tax. 9. SALES TAX: This is a taxable event. 10. PAYMENT TERMS • Payment is due in full on sale day • Accepted forms of payment: Cash, cashier's check, money order, approved personal check (with proper ID), or credit card • Personal checks over $1,000 require bank verification • Credit card payments may be subject to processing fees 11. COLLECTION OF PURCHASES • All items must be paid for and removed by Friday October 31 5:00PM • Buyers are responsible for bringing adequate help and equipment for removal • Items not removed by the deadline will incur storage fees of $5 per lot per day ________________________________________ CONDITION AND INSPECTION 12. CONDITION OF LOTS • ALL SALES ARE FINAL • All lots are sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with no warranties or guarantees • Descriptions are provided as a service to bidders but are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete • Age, condition, authenticity, attribution, and provenance are matters of opinion 13. PREVIEW AND INSPECTION • Public preview will be held on Wednesday August 27 8:00AM • Bidders are strongly encouraged to personally inspect all lots of interest • Condition reports may be available for selected lots upon request • Failure to inspect lots prior to bidding does not constitute grounds for return or refund ________________________________________ DEFAULT AND REMEDIES 14. DEFAULT BY PURCHASER If a successful bidder fails to pay for purchases: • The lot(s) may be re-offered for sale • The bidder will be liable for any deficiency plus costs • The bidder may be prohibited from future sales • Legal action may be pursued for collection 15. DISPUTES • All disputes must be brought to the auctioneer's attention on sale day • No claims will be considered after items are removed from the premises • The auctioneer's records will be conclusive evidence of sale details ________________________________________ ADDITIONAL TERMS 16. ANNOUNCEMENTS Any announcements made on sale day supersede all previous advertising and printed materials. 17. PHOTOGRAPHY AND RECORDING Burgess Auctions reserves the right to photograph or record the sale for security and promotional purposes. 18. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Burgess Auctions' liability is limited to the purchase price of any lot. We are not responsible for personal injury, property damage, or consequential damages. 19. JURISDICTION These terms shall be governed by Indiana law. Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the appropriate courts of Henry County, Indiana. 20. SEVERABILITY If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. ________________________________________ CONTACT INFORMATION Burgess Auctions 45 W Carey St Knightstown, IN 46148 Phone: 765-445-7814 Email: sold@burgessauctions.com Website: www.burgessauctions.com "Where Tradition Meets Opportunity" ________________________________________ By bidding at this auction, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

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 Estate Treasures: Avalon Hills Collection | Coins, Porcelain, Silver & Hollywood History

Collectors, this is the estate you've been waiting for. The Avalon Hills estate represents decades assembling a collection that spans categories—but never sacrificed quality for quantity. Every piece represents educated collecting: authenticated, documented, and often complete sets or museum-quality examples.

For Numismatists: If you collect U.S. Mint issues, this is your opportunity. Complete uncirculated Presidential Dollar sets from Philadelphia and Denver mints ($80 face value), Native American Dollar sets spanning 2009-2020, the complete JFK Half Dollar Collection with 50 coins, and high-end presentation sets including America's Fifty States Gold Plate Ingots (retail $1,095).

For Porcelain Collectors: Museum-quality European pieces throughout: Herend Rothschild reticulated bowl #7470/RQ, Royal Copenhagen Mermaid Figurine #1210, Bing & Grøndahl collectibles, German Schumann porcelain fruit seller figurines, extensive Wedgwood Jasperware and Queen's Ware collections.

For Silver Collectors: From 17th-century English to mid-century American: rare English silver sugar nipper, Reed & Barton sterling tray weighing 6.9 troy ounces, Gorham pieces, complete sterling dresser sets, weighted sterling candlesticks and serving pieces.

For Hollywood Memorabilia Dealers: Authenticated Golden Age autographs including Gregory Peck, Rita Hayworth, Rock Hudson, Gary Cooper, Alan Ladd, Susan Hayward, Burt Lancaster, William Holden, Kathryn Grayson, Tony Curtis, Jane Wyman, and more. All authentic publicity photos from the era.

For Americana Collectors: Rare silhouette portraits including George Washington (attributed to Saint-Mémin) and Andrew Jackson, extensive collection of 19th-century framed silhouettes, early American painted tin and tole ware with original surface, folk art decorated boxes.

Auction Information:

  • 234 Total Lots
  • Discovery Uncataloged Auction Immedialtely following the Catalog Portion
  • Online Bidding: bids.burgessauctions.com
  • Live Auction Saturday February 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
  • Preview: Friday Febraury 6 10:00-5:00
  • Pickup: Flexible scheduling within 1-3 days of close
  • Buyer's Premium: 15%

Contact: Zack Burgess, CAI Burgess Auctions LLC

45 W Carey Street, Knightstown, IN 46148

Phone: 765-445-7814

Email: zack@burgessauctions.com

Website: www.burgessauctions.com

Trusted Auctions, Timeless Results

Auction Catalog: 

Lot # Title
1 Fifty John F Kennedy half dollars with gold highlights in cherry finished case (1964-2014)
2 fifty-six Statehood Quarters with gold highlights in cherry finish case (1999-2009)
3 America's Fifty States gold plate ingots in cherry finish case (Retail $1095)
4 The Complete John F Kennedy Uncirculated half dollar collection with stamps (39 coins)
5 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 1
6 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 2 
7 Nineteen sets 2002-2020 Kennedy, Sacagawea, and Native American Special Collectors Edition ($57.00 face value)
8 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint Presidential One Dollar coins Uncirculated Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($80 face value)
9 Twelve sets 2009-2020 Native American Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($36 face value)
10 Eight sets 2012-2015 US Mint Presidential Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($32 face value)
11 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint First Spouse bronze medal series (four medals to set)
12 2009 Ultimate Lincoln Anniversary Cents (The Early Years)
13 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
14 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
15 Ten 2004-2006 New US Five Cent coins
16 Herend Rothschild 8" handled reticulated bowl #7470/RQ
17 Weighted Sterling 6" basket 4.9ozt
18 6 piece sterling dresser set 
19 7 piece sterling dresser set 
20 17th century English Silver sugar nipper 
21 Gorham Sterling monogrammed heart dish .9ozt
22 Reed and Barton 12" Sterling Silver tray 6.9ozt
23 Weighted and Sterling Silver lot 
24 7" Staffordshire hunting figure
25 Schumann Porcelain Man and Woman Fruit Sellers porcelain figures 8" 
26 Royal Copenhagen porcelain figurine, Danish folk subject
27 German porcelain figurine 
29 Mackenzie Childs canister and 4 dinner plates 
30 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
31 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
32 Painted tin box folk art decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
33 3 paint decorated tin teapots late 19th/early 20th century
34 dome top tin paint decorated folk art box original surface 13x7x8"
35 Tole painted tin funnel
36 tole painted lunch pail 
37 tole painted cutlery box 
38  7 weighted Sterling silver candlesticks 
39 Early tin kitchen sipce box with 5 cans
40 early paint decorated bellows 
41 inlaid flame mahogany box 
42 Spongeware salt crock 
43 Early tin paint decorated apple tea caddy 
44 paint decorated tin matchbox
45 paint decorated tin box 
46 early paint decorated candle or document box 
47 Three Framed Silhouette Portraits
48 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits - Francis C. Barrett (Gentile?) & Sarah Ann Grace Barrett
49 Collection of Framed Silhouette Portraits
50 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits
51 Framed Silhouette Portrait of George Washington, Attributed to Saint-Mémin
52 Framed Silhouette of Andrew Jackson
53 Framed Paper Cut Silhouette Art
54 Christmas Tree Candle Holders
55 Shaker Boxes
56 Set of Five Graduated Oval Boxes - Pleasant Hill Collection Reproduction
57 Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Set
58 Collection of Silver Plated Tableware and Decorative Pieces
59 Rudolstadt Germany Bowl, Covered Jar with Underplate, and Folding Fan Set
60 Engraved Silver Plated Candelabra and Lidded Jar Set
61 Assorted Silverplated Serving Pieces
62 Wedgwood of Etruria & Barlaston Embossed Queen's Ware Set
63 Silver Plated Divided Serving Dish
64 Wedgwood Etruria Barlaston Queen's Ware Collection
65 Etched Glass Table Lamp with Crystal Prisms
66 Pair of Decorative Vases with Cameo Design
67 Silver Plated Basket Collection and Silver-Toned Mirror
68 Assorted Silver Plated Serving Pieces
69 3 Girandoles With Prisms
70 Decorative Silver Plated Bowl with Embossed Design
71 Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Mermaid Figurine #1210
72 Bing & Grondahl Mother and Child with Doves Figurine
73 Pair of Long Stem Clay Smoking Pipes
75 Contemporary tea caddy
76 Wedgwood Jasperware Oval Covered Box with Duck Finial
77 Spode Christmas Tree China Set
78 Floral Basket Style Cast Iron Doorstops (Set of 3)
79 Clear Glass Decorative Pedestal Bowls and Lamp Set of 5
80 Alfred Meakin England, Audubon Society Bird Plates (Set of 9)
81 Staffordshire England Blue Transferware Historical Plates - Set of 8
82 Collection of Porcelain Figurines, Mini Boxes, and Pitcher
84 Royal Doulton "Bedtime" and "Darling" Figurines
85 Japanese Porcelain Vase with Wooden Stand
86 Pair of Brass and Crystal Candle Wall Sconces
87 Set of Three Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
88 Pair of Bing & Grondahl Figurines - Children
89 Two Bing & Grondahl and Royal Copenhagen Figural Porcelain Figurines
90 Hand Bells and Decorative Pitcher and Vase Collection
91 Collection of Decorative Doorstops - Three Floral Basket Designs
92 Pair of Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
93 Group of 5 Copper Lustre Pitchers
94 Lot of 5 Decorative Miniature Copper Luster Pictures
95 Pair of Decorative Copper Luster
96 Three Copper Luster Pitchers with Ballet Dancer Motif
97 Lusterware Miniature Pitchers, Bowl, Mug and Goblet
98 Rosenthal Germany Porcelain Collection
100 Set of 11 Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Plates and One Ashtray
101 Assorted Decorative Items: German Made Pitcher, Macalton Jar, Dishes, Buttons, and Hair Comb
102 Set of Five Pewter Handmade in Italy Plates
103 Pair of Girandoles
104 Milton Caniff autographed photo 
105 1947 Personalized and Inscribed "Mostly Malarky by Wally" Cartoon Art by Wally Carlson
106 Mid-Century Celebrity Signed Photos - Judy Holliday & More
107 Three Signed Photos - Moroni Olsen & Rock Hudson
108 Lot of Signed Celebrity Photographs - Gregory Peck, Jane Powell, and more
109 Signed Hollywood Publicity Photos - Rita Hayworth, Jane Wyman, Aldo Ray
110 Signed Memorabilia: Alan Ladd, Gary Cooper, Robert Williams
111 Collection of Signed Celebrity Photos: Jean Peters, Terry Moore, Burt Lancaster
112 Signed Photos of Susan Hayward, Dan Dailey and Tony Curtis
113 Kathryn Grayson, Virginia Mayo, and Herb Shriner Signed Photos
114 Autographed Photo Lot: Barry Goldwater, Louise Dresser, Julia Adams
115 Signed Portrait Photos - Rory Calhoun, William Holden, Piper Laurie
116 Collectible Porcelain Trinket Boxes and Figurines, Staffordshire
117 Collection of Decorative Porcelain Patch Boxes
118 Collection of Miniature Ceramic Trinket Boxes
119 Guerlain Perfume Bottle Collection - Assorted Styles
120 Set of 5 Angel Month Figurines
121 Vintage Martha New York & Miami Two-Piece Red Suit
122 Rogue RD80PK Acoustic Guitar
123 Royal Doulton England Plates - Set of Six
124 Bing & Grondahl B&G Porcelain Figurines - Boy & Girl
125 Royal Doulton Little Boy Blue & Bo-Peep Figurine Pair, HN 2048 & HN 1990
126 Set of 11 Multicolor Cut Crystal Wine Glasses
127 Royal Copenhagen Figurine - Girl Feeding Cow #779
128 Steuben Glass Swan Sculpture
129 Washburn D8PAK Acoustic Guitar
130 Continental European .800 Silver [form], Late 19th/Early 20th Century
131 Cuesta-Rey Cigar Box with Assorted Collectibles: Zippo Lighters, Coins, Tokens, and More
132 St Clair Art Glass Table Lamp 3 ball
133 Floral Ceramic Table Lamp with double mantle Socket
134 Moorcroft Floral Table Lamp
135 Griswold Cast Iron Skillets - Lot of 2
136 Pair of Murano Style Art Glass Bookends
137 Assorted Coins, Medals, and Currency in Display Cases
138 Political Campaign Button Collection
139 Inclinometer Pat'd 1906
140 Pair of Metal and Crystal Girandoles
141 Victorian Photo Album with Cabinet Cards and Photos
142 Set of 8 Coin Design Drinking Glasses
143 Decorative Tin Canister with Lid
144 Collection of Football Trading Cards
145 Signed Baseball Memorabilia Lot: Jack McDowell, Dom DiMaggio, and More
146 Pair of Chicago White Sox MLB Promotional Trash Cans
147 Kaufmann's Fifth Avenue Fur Coat
148 Brown Fur Coat by Frost Bros
149 Set of Eight The Cellar Bird Motif Plates
150 12 Stubba Fine China Remekins
151 Floral Milk Glass Cup and Tray Sets
152 Fostoria Dolly Madison Stemware Set - Thirteen Pieces
153 Schmid Bertha Hummel Cobalt Glass Paperweight
154 Signed Boda Crystal Bowl - Numbered
155 Mixed Lot of Silverware and Glassware - Cordials, Silver Spoons, Forks, and Decorative Jar
156 Joe's Jewelry Thailand Flatware Set
157 10 Gold Rim Crackle Glass Wine Glasses
158 15 count Clear Glass Wine Goblets
159 82 Piece Thomas Bavaria China Set with Floral Design
160 Copper Cookware Set with Rack
161 Spode Blue Room Garden Collection Plates - Set of Four
162 Pair of Crystal and Bronze Girandoles
163 Silver Plated Condiment Set with Glass Dishes and Cordial Glasses
164 Collectible Assortment: Magnifying Glass, leather Boxes, and More
165 Assorted Christmas Ornaments and Nativity Set
166 Lot of Storage Bags, Anti Tarnish
167 Pair of Needlepoint Wall Hangings with Floral Designs
168 Lot of Decorative Linens
169 Textile Lot - Handwoven Coverlet and Embroidered Panel
170 Collection of Blue and White Ceramic Canisters with Lids
171 Collection of Pink Depression Glass 
172  Dinnerware  Storage Containers
173 Castleton China Golden Moment Gold-Trimmed Dinnerware, approx 63 pc
174 12 pc Lenox Blue and Gold Dinner Plates
175 Johann Haviland Bavaria Germany Dinnerware Set approx 24 pc
176 Lenox Wheat R-442 Dinnerware Set, approx 35 pc
177 Aynsley Bone China Hatfield Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set
178 Shenango Pottery Perry's Victory on Lake Erie Plates (12)
179 Set of 5 Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Wine Glasses
180 Wedgwood Wellesley Dinnerware Set
181 10pc Pottery Barn Sausalito Paisley Bowls
182 Toy Soldier Blow Mold Decoration
183 Handise Heavy Hitter Carved Baseball Bat
184 German Beer Stein with Intricate Design and Lid
185 Seth Thomas Mantle Clock with Church Documentation
186 Mounted Dinner Bell with Engraved Byron Poem
187 Pair of Decorative Silver-Plated Urns with Handles
188 Esther Powers Miller "The Black Horse Troops, Culver Academies" Print
189 Framed Needlepoint Pledge of Allegiance
190 Worn Oriental Rug with Intricate Patterns
191 Decorative Shelf Molding
192 Set of Four Armchairs with Patterned Upholstery
193 Set of Four Upholstered Arm Chairs
200 Pair of Ornate Gold Tone Metal and Crystal Sconces
201 Framed Portrait Painting of a Woman by Edward Brucker, Dated 1961
202 Edward Brucker Portrait
203 1938 Portrait Painting of Chester Wilson Cleveland by F.R. Harper
204 Edward Brucker Portrait Oil Painting
205 Framed Black and White Photo with Autograph Booth Tarkington
206 Booth Tarkington Autographed Photograph,  1937
207 Framed Portrait Painting of Children
208 Framed Landscape Painting of Coastal Scene
209 Floyd L. Hopper Signed Framed Watercolor Painting
210 Silver Plated Tea Set with Serving Tray
211 Round Leather Top Accent Table with Drawer
212 Ornate Carved Wood Rocking Chair
213 Wooden Office Armchair
214 Pair of Wooden Spindle Back Chairs
215 Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs with Red Upholstery
216 Ornate Framed Wall Mirror
217 Display Cabinet with Glass Doors
218 Wooden Magazine Stand
219 Three-Drawer Wooden Dresser with Spindle Legs
220 Round Pedestal Accent Table
221 Ornate Carved Armchair with Floral Tapestry Upholstery
222 Elegant Accent Chair with Green Upholstery
223 Large Oriental Rug with Geometric and Floral Motifs
225 Set of Six Dining Chairs with Blue Upholstery
226 Round Mahogany Wood Table with Glass Top
227 Adjustable Drafting Table with Wood Top and Cast Iron Base
228 Oval Wood Framed Wall Mirror
229 Painted Accent Mirror
230 Bell System Wooden Wall Phone
231 Dark Wood Writing Desk with Drawer
232 Drop Leaf Oval Table with Drawer
233 Round Marble Top Coffee Table
234 Mahogany End Table with Three Drawers
235 Drop Leaf Mahogany Table with Drawer
236 Printer's Block Letterpress Tray with Assorted Type and Blocks
237 Framed Art Prints: Esther Powers Miller Sailboats & Signed Street Scene
238 Hamilton MFG Co. Typesetter Letterpress Tray with Letters
239 Wood Server with Drawers and Storage
240 Framed Portraits of Women
241 Statton Furniture Americana Collection Hutch
242 Framed Chicago White Sox Hall of Famers Baseball Immortal Card Collection
243 Drop Leaf Table with Drawer
244 Large Oriental Rug with Intricate Floral and Geometric Patterns
245 Small Table with Faux Marble Top
246 Wooden Book Shaped Keepsake Box with Cross Motif
247 Drop Leaf Tea Cart Table on Wheels
248 The Cleveland Clay Pigeon thrower on Wood Base
249 Upholstered Ottoman or Bench with Wood Base
250 Accent Table with Ornate Carved Details
251 John Widdicomb Painted Bedroom Set - Bed Frame and Chest
252 Frank Charles Kirk Framed Print
253 Tom Mc Clure Glass Bird Sculpture
254 Framed Floral Oil Painting Signed Mary Miller
255 Plastic Planter
256 Ornate Wood Framed Wall Mirror
257 Conant Ball Furniture Makers Chest of Drawers

 

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Estate Treasures: Avalon Hills Collection
 Live Auction w/Online Bidding
Sale Date(s)
Saturday Feb 7, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sale Location
45 W Carey
Knightstown, IN 46148
Listing Terms and Conditions
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 Estate Treasures: Avalon Hills Collection | Coins, Porcelain, Silver & Hollywood History

Collectors, this is the estate you've been waiting for. The Avalon Hills estate represents decades assembling a collection that spans categories—but never sacrificed quality for quantity. Every piece represents educated collecting: authenticated, documented, and often complete sets or museum-quality examples.

For Numismatists: If you collect U.S. Mint issues, this is your opportunity. Complete uncirculated Presidential Dollar sets from Philadelphia and Denver mints ($80 face value), Native American Dollar sets spanning 2009-2020, the complete JFK Half Dollar Collection with 50 coins, and high-end presentation sets including America's Fifty States Gold Plate Ingots (retail $1,095).

For Porcelain Collectors: Museum-quality European pieces throughout: Herend Rothschild reticulated bowl #7470/RQ, Royal Copenhagen Mermaid Figurine #1210, Bing & Grøndahl collectibles, German Schumann porcelain fruit seller figurines, extensive Wedgwood Jasperware and Queen's Ware collections.

For Silver Collectors: From 17th-century English to mid-century American: rare English silver sugar nipper, Reed & Barton sterling tray weighing 6.9 troy ounces, Gorham pieces, complete sterling dresser sets, weighted sterling candlesticks and serving pieces.

For Hollywood Memorabilia Dealers: Authenticated Golden Age autographs including Gregory Peck, Rita Hayworth, Rock Hudson, Gary Cooper, Alan Ladd, Susan Hayward, Burt Lancaster, William Holden, Kathryn Grayson, Tony Curtis, Jane Wyman, and more. All authentic publicity photos from the era.

For Americana Collectors: Rare silhouette portraits including George Washington (attributed to Saint-Mémin) and Andrew Jackson, extensive collection of 19th-century framed silhouettes, early American painted tin and tole ware with original surface, folk art decorated boxes.

Auction Information:

  • 234 Total Lots
  • Discovery Uncataloged Auction Immedialtely following the Catalog Portion
  • Online Bidding: bids.burgessauctions.com
  • Live Auction Saturday February 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
  • Preview: Friday Febraury 6 10:00-5:00
  • Pickup: Flexible scheduling within 1-3 days of close
  • Buyer's Premium: 15%

Contact: Zack Burgess, CAI Burgess Auctions LLC

45 W Carey Street, Knightstown, IN 46148

Phone: 765-445-7814

Email: zack@burgessauctions.com

Website: www.burgessauctions.com

Trusted Auctions, Timeless Results

Auction Catalog: 

Lot # Title
1 Fifty John F Kennedy half dollars with gold highlights in cherry finished case (1964-2014)
2 fifty-six Statehood Quarters with gold highlights in cherry finish case (1999-2009)
3 America's Fifty States gold plate ingots in cherry finish case (Retail $1095)
4 The Complete John F Kennedy Uncirculated half dollar collection with stamps (39 coins)
5 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 1
6 The United States First Ladies Medals Volume 2 
7 Nineteen sets 2002-2020 Kennedy, Sacagawea, and Native American Special Collectors Edition ($57.00 face value)
8 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint Presidential One Dollar coins Uncirculated Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($80 face value)
9 Twelve sets 2009-2020 Native American Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($36 face value)
10 Eight sets 2012-2015 US Mint Presidential Dollars Philadelphia and Denver Mint ($32 face value)
11 Ten sets 2007-2016 US Mint First Spouse bronze medal series (four medals to set)
12 2009 Ultimate Lincoln Anniversary Cents (The Early Years)
13 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
14 Eleven sets 2010-2020 US Mint America the Beautiful Quarters circulating coins ($27.50 face)
15 Ten 2004-2006 New US Five Cent coins
16 Herend Rothschild 8" handled reticulated bowl #7470/RQ
17 Weighted Sterling 6" basket 4.9ozt
18 6 piece sterling dresser set 
19 7 piece sterling dresser set 
20 17th century English Silver sugar nipper 
21 Gorham Sterling monogrammed heart dish .9ozt
22 Reed and Barton 12" Sterling Silver tray 6.9ozt
23 Weighted and Sterling Silver lot 
24 7" Staffordshire hunting figure
25 Schumann Porcelain Man and Woman Fruit Sellers porcelain figures 8" 
26 Royal Copenhagen porcelain figurine, Danish folk subject
27 German porcelain figurine 
29 Mackenzie Childs canister and 4 dinner plates 
30 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
31 Painted tin box floral decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
32 Painted tin box folk art decoration, late 19th /early 20th century, with wear 
33 3 paint decorated tin teapots late 19th/early 20th century
34 dome top tin paint decorated folk art box original surface 13x7x8"
35 Tole painted tin funnel
36 tole painted lunch pail 
37 tole painted cutlery box 
38  7 weighted Sterling silver candlesticks 
39 Early tin kitchen sipce box with 5 cans
40 early paint decorated bellows 
41 inlaid flame mahogany box 
42 Spongeware salt crock 
43 Early tin paint decorated apple tea caddy 
44 paint decorated tin matchbox
45 paint decorated tin box 
46 early paint decorated candle or document box 
47 Three Framed Silhouette Portraits
48 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits - Francis C. Barrett (Gentile?) & Sarah Ann Grace Barrett
49 Collection of Framed Silhouette Portraits
50 Two Framed Silhouette Portraits
51 Framed Silhouette Portrait of George Washington, Attributed to Saint-Mémin
52 Framed Silhouette of Andrew Jackson
53 Framed Paper Cut Silhouette Art
54 Christmas Tree Candle Holders
55 Shaker Boxes
56 Set of Five Graduated Oval Boxes - Pleasant Hill Collection Reproduction
57 Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Set
58 Collection of Silver Plated Tableware and Decorative Pieces
59 Rudolstadt Germany Bowl, Covered Jar with Underplate, and Folding Fan Set
60 Engraved Silver Plated Candelabra and Lidded Jar Set
61 Assorted Silverplated Serving Pieces
62 Wedgwood of Etruria & Barlaston Embossed Queen's Ware Set
63 Silver Plated Divided Serving Dish
64 Wedgwood Etruria Barlaston Queen's Ware Collection
65 Etched Glass Table Lamp with Crystal Prisms
66 Pair of Decorative Vases with Cameo Design
67 Silver Plated Basket Collection and Silver-Toned Mirror
68 Assorted Silver Plated Serving Pieces
69 3 Girandoles With Prisms
70 Decorative Silver Plated Bowl with Embossed Design
71 Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Mermaid Figurine #1210
72 Bing & Grondahl Mother and Child with Doves Figurine
73 Pair of Long Stem Clay Smoking Pipes
75 Contemporary tea caddy
76 Wedgwood Jasperware Oval Covered Box with Duck Finial
77 Spode Christmas Tree China Set
78 Floral Basket Style Cast Iron Doorstops (Set of 3)
79 Clear Glass Decorative Pedestal Bowls and Lamp Set of 5
80 Alfred Meakin England, Audubon Society Bird Plates (Set of 9)
81 Staffordshire England Blue Transferware Historical Plates - Set of 8
82 Collection of Porcelain Figurines, Mini Boxes, and Pitcher
84 Royal Doulton "Bedtime" and "Darling" Figurines
85 Japanese Porcelain Vase with Wooden Stand
86 Pair of Brass and Crystal Candle Wall Sconces
87 Set of Three Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
88 Pair of Bing & Grondahl Figurines - Children
89 Two Bing & Grondahl and Royal Copenhagen Figural Porcelain Figurines
90 Hand Bells and Decorative Pitcher and Vase Collection
91 Collection of Decorative Doorstops - Three Floral Basket Designs
92 Pair of Cast Iron Floral Basket Doorstops
93 Group of 5 Copper Lustre Pitchers
94 Lot of 5 Decorative Miniature Copper Luster Pictures
95 Pair of Decorative Copper Luster
96 Three Copper Luster Pitchers with Ballet Dancer Motif
97 Lusterware Miniature Pitchers, Bowl, Mug and Goblet
98 Rosenthal Germany Porcelain Collection
100 Set of 11 Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Plates and One Ashtray
101 Assorted Decorative Items: German Made Pitcher, Macalton Jar, Dishes, Buttons, and Hair Comb
102 Set of Five Pewter Handmade in Italy Plates
103 Pair of Girandoles
104 Milton Caniff autographed photo 
105 1947 Personalized and Inscribed "Mostly Malarky by Wally" Cartoon Art by Wally Carlson
106 Mid-Century Celebrity Signed Photos - Judy Holliday & More
107 Three Signed Photos - Moroni Olsen & Rock Hudson
108 Lot of Signed Celebrity Photographs - Gregory Peck, Jane Powell, and more
109 Signed Hollywood Publicity Photos - Rita Hayworth, Jane Wyman, Aldo Ray
110 Signed Memorabilia: Alan Ladd, Gary Cooper, Robert Williams
111 Collection of Signed Celebrity Photos: Jean Peters, Terry Moore, Burt Lancaster
112 Signed Photos of Susan Hayward, Dan Dailey and Tony Curtis
113 Kathryn Grayson, Virginia Mayo, and Herb Shriner Signed Photos
114 Autographed Photo Lot: Barry Goldwater, Louise Dresser, Julia Adams
115 Signed Portrait Photos - Rory Calhoun, William Holden, Piper Laurie
116 Collectible Porcelain Trinket Boxes and Figurines, Staffordshire
117 Collection of Decorative Porcelain Patch Boxes
118 Collection of Miniature Ceramic Trinket Boxes
119 Guerlain Perfume Bottle Collection - Assorted Styles
120 Set of 5 Angel Month Figurines
121 Vintage Martha New York & Miami Two-Piece Red Suit
122 Rogue RD80PK Acoustic Guitar
123 Royal Doulton England Plates - Set of Six
124 Bing & Grondahl B&G Porcelain Figurines - Boy & Girl
125 Royal Doulton Little Boy Blue & Bo-Peep Figurine Pair, HN 2048 & HN 1990
126 Set of 11 Multicolor Cut Crystal Wine Glasses
127 Royal Copenhagen Figurine - Girl Feeding Cow #779
128 Steuben Glass Swan Sculpture
129 Washburn D8PAK Acoustic Guitar
130 Continental European .800 Silver [form], Late 19th/Early 20th Century
131 Cuesta-Rey Cigar Box with Assorted Collectibles: Zippo Lighters, Coins, Tokens, and More
132 St Clair Art Glass Table Lamp 3 ball
133 Floral Ceramic Table Lamp with double mantle Socket
134 Moorcroft Floral Table Lamp
135 Griswold Cast Iron Skillets - Lot of 2
136 Pair of Murano Style Art Glass Bookends
137 Assorted Coins, Medals, and Currency in Display Cases
138 Political Campaign Button Collection
139 Inclinometer Pat'd 1906
140 Pair of Metal and Crystal Girandoles
141 Victorian Photo Album with Cabinet Cards and Photos
142 Set of 8 Coin Design Drinking Glasses
143 Decorative Tin Canister with Lid
144 Collection of Football Trading Cards
145 Signed Baseball Memorabilia Lot: Jack McDowell, Dom DiMaggio, and More
146 Pair of Chicago White Sox MLB Promotional Trash Cans
147 Kaufmann's Fifth Avenue Fur Coat
148 Brown Fur Coat by Frost Bros
149 Set of Eight The Cellar Bird Motif Plates
150 12 Stubba Fine China Remekins
151 Floral Milk Glass Cup and Tray Sets
152 Fostoria Dolly Madison Stemware Set - Thirteen Pieces
153 Schmid Bertha Hummel Cobalt Glass Paperweight
154 Signed Boda Crystal Bowl - Numbered
155 Mixed Lot of Silverware and Glassware - Cordials, Silver Spoons, Forks, and Decorative Jar
156 Joe's Jewelry Thailand Flatware Set
157 10 Gold Rim Crackle Glass Wine Glasses
158 15 count Clear Glass Wine Goblets
159 82 Piece Thomas Bavaria China Set with Floral Design
160 Copper Cookware Set with Rack
161 Spode Blue Room Garden Collection Plates - Set of Four
162 Pair of Crystal and Bronze Girandoles
163 Silver Plated Condiment Set with Glass Dishes and Cordial Glasses
164 Collectible Assortment: Magnifying Glass, leather Boxes, and More
165 Assorted Christmas Ornaments and Nativity Set
166 Lot of Storage Bags, Anti Tarnish
167 Pair of Needlepoint Wall Hangings with Floral Designs
168 Lot of Decorative Linens
169 Textile Lot - Handwoven Coverlet and Embroidered Panel
170 Collection of Blue and White Ceramic Canisters with Lids
171 Collection of Pink Depression Glass 
172  Dinnerware  Storage Containers
173 Castleton China Golden Moment Gold-Trimmed Dinnerware, approx 63 pc
174 12 pc Lenox Blue and Gold Dinner Plates
175 Johann Haviland Bavaria Germany Dinnerware Set approx 24 pc
176 Lenox Wheat R-442 Dinnerware Set, approx 35 pc
177 Aynsley Bone China Hatfield Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set
178 Shenango Pottery Perry's Victory on Lake Erie Plates (12)
179 Set of 5 Cobalt Blue Cut Glass Wine Glasses
180 Wedgwood Wellesley Dinnerware Set
181 10pc Pottery Barn Sausalito Paisley Bowls
182 Toy Soldier Blow Mold Decoration
183 Handise Heavy Hitter Carved Baseball Bat
184 German Beer Stein with Intricate Design and Lid
185 Seth Thomas Mantle Clock with Church Documentation
186 Mounted Dinner Bell with Engraved Byron Poem
187 Pair of Decorative Silver-Plated Urns with Handles
188 Esther Powers Miller "The Black Horse Troops, Culver Academies" Print
189 Framed Needlepoint Pledge of Allegiance
190 Worn Oriental Rug with Intricate Patterns
191 Decorative Shelf Molding
192 Set of Four Armchairs with Patterned Upholstery
193 Set of Four Upholstered Arm Chairs
200 Pair of Ornate Gold Tone Metal and Crystal Sconces
201 Framed Portrait Painting of a Woman by Edward Brucker, Dated 1961
202 Edward Brucker Portrait
203 1938 Portrait Painting of Chester Wilson Cleveland by F.R. Harper
204 Edward Brucker Portrait Oil Painting
205 Framed Black and White Photo with Autograph Booth Tarkington
206 Booth Tarkington Autographed Photograph,  1937
207 Framed Portrait Painting of Children
208 Framed Landscape Painting of Coastal Scene
209 Floyd L. Hopper Signed Framed Watercolor Painting
210 Silver Plated Tea Set with Serving Tray
211 Round Leather Top Accent Table with Drawer
212 Ornate Carved Wood Rocking Chair
213 Wooden Office Armchair
214 Pair of Wooden Spindle Back Chairs
215 Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs with Red Upholstery
216 Ornate Framed Wall Mirror
217 Display Cabinet with Glass Doors
218 Wooden Magazine Stand
219 Three-Drawer Wooden Dresser with Spindle Legs
220 Round Pedestal Accent Table
221 Ornate Carved Armchair with Floral Tapestry Upholstery
222 Elegant Accent Chair with Green Upholstery
223 Large Oriental Rug with Geometric and Floral Motifs
225 Set of Six Dining Chairs with Blue Upholstery
226 Round Mahogany Wood Table with Glass Top
227 Adjustable Drafting Table with Wood Top and Cast Iron Base
228 Oval Wood Framed Wall Mirror
229 Painted Accent Mirror
230 Bell System Wooden Wall Phone
231 Dark Wood Writing Desk with Drawer
232 Drop Leaf Oval Table with Drawer
233 Round Marble Top Coffee Table
234 Mahogany End Table with Three Drawers
235 Drop Leaf Mahogany Table with Drawer
236 Printer's Block Letterpress Tray with Assorted Type and Blocks
237 Framed Art Prints: Esther Powers Miller Sailboats & Signed Street Scene
238 Hamilton MFG Co. Typesetter Letterpress Tray with Letters
239 Wood Server with Drawers and Storage
240 Framed Portraits of Women
241 Statton Furniture Americana Collection Hutch
242 Framed Chicago White Sox Hall of Famers Baseball Immortal Card Collection
243 Drop Leaf Table with Drawer
244 Large Oriental Rug with Intricate Floral and Geometric Patterns
245 Small Table with Faux Marble Top
246 Wooden Book Shaped Keepsake Box with Cross Motif
247 Drop Leaf Tea Cart Table on Wheels
248 The Cleveland Clay Pigeon thrower on Wood Base
249 Upholstered Ottoman or Bench with Wood Base
250 Accent Table with Ornate Carved Details
251 John Widdicomb Painted Bedroom Set - Bed Frame and Chest
252 Frank Charles Kirk Framed Print
253 Tom Mc Clure Glass Bird Sculpture
254 Framed Floral Oil Painting Signed Mary Miller
255 Plastic Planter
256 Ornate Wood Framed Wall Mirror
257 Conant Ball Furniture Makers Chest of Drawers