Reporting auction prices - the pluses and minuses
Article Abstract:
The prices of antiques sold at auction prices do not necessarily reflect their real market prices and are often influenced by media publicity and a number of factors. Prices can be increased by competitive bidders, the rarity of the piece, and location of the auction.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1998
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Rinker on collectibles
Article Abstract:
Caution is advisable before throwing modern articles away. Many everyday items which can be identified as belonging to a certain design era can become valuable collector pieces. Typical collectibles of the future include kitchenware and candy dishes.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 2001
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Rinker on collectibles: price gouging and price fixing
Article Abstract:
Issues concerning the charges made on buyers and sellers at Christie's and Sotheby's auction houses and allegations of price fixing are discussed. From February 2000 the buyer's penalty is raised to 17.5% at Christie's.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 2000
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