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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Sep 15, 20152 min read
How old is that imported item?
How old is that vase, porcelain, china, toy, violin, statuary … a hint might well be in what the label or marking says, and exactly what...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Aug 10, 20152 min read
What some collectors can’t find? Buyers.
Mary has been a collector for decades. She’s collected at auctions, yard sales, antique stores, while vacationing — essentially her...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Jun 17, 20142 min read
21 ways auctioneers denote age
“Antique chest of drawers,” “Vintage jewelry,” and “Retro clothing and costumes” all suggest a certain time frame or age of personal...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Oct 24, 20112 min read
The (not so) aging of the auction audience
In other words, we were seeing 30- and 40-year olds at our auctions in the 1980’s, and now we’re seeing primarily 60- and 70-year olds? I...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Apr 10, 20113 min read
Auctioneers and appraisal fairs — the age of items
For auctioneers who conduct such events around the country, this allows schools, churches, and other organizations an opportunity to earn...
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