What makes a Paraiba tourmaline so neon bright in color?
Gemstones SHARE Paraiba tourmalines are considered some of the most beautiful gemstones in the world, thanks to their incredibly bright and vivid colors. While tourmalines come in a variety of colors, only a few stones have the unique neon blue-green hue that characterizes Paraiba tourmalines. Their color is so bright that they almost seem to […]
Why use a third party?
Why is using a third party better than selling on your own? Having a third party sell fine art, such as using an art gallery or an art dealer, can offer several advantages compared to attempting to sell the art yourself. Here are some reasons why: Expertise and Experience: Art galleries and dealers have specialized […]
Helping Your Loved One Handle Finances After Losing Their Spouse
Helping Your Loved One Handle Finances After Losing Their Spouse Unfortunately, life doesn’t stop after losing a spouse. There are certain financial decisions your loved one will need to make immediately after their spouse passes away, while other decisions will allow them more time to process their grief. Nonetheless, these decisions can be overwhelming, especially […]
The new trend in 2021 was auctions
2021 Trends Millenials are getting into the game. Share on facebook Share on twitter Although 2021 was about as abnormal as 2020, the auction industry experienced a pretty good year. Younger users are shopping via auction and the popularity of second-hand items has become perfectly acceptable, right up there with vintage designer items. Younger shoppers […]
Real Estate Post Pandemic
Real Estate Post Pandemic What the heck is going on with the real estate market? And how long will rates stay so low? Let’s face it, 2021 wasn’t such a great year for most. The pandemic affected everyone in some way. The real estate market was great for sellers, but not so great for buyers, […]
Antiques and rustic items for interior design
Antiques and rustic items in interior design. Share on facebook Share on twitter Many can remember the first time they heard the term “rustic” in regard to furnishings and interior design. How on earth could old wood, worn leather chairs, and vintage metal accessories possibly be attractive in any home or space? Well turns out […]
Erte auction results
ERTE auction results auction results auction results auction results auction results auction results Our Erte auction of January 1st was, as expected, a grand success. Our next fine art auction is right around the corner. Get a preview Many item sold for over three times the opening bid and key worldwide collectors participated in the […]
Can sneakers be an investment?
Sneakers Investment or just for fun? Share on facebook Share on twitter Back in the day, sneakers would have never been seen on the runways of New York or Milan, but my have things changed. Now sneakers can be found on runways around the world representing the highest profile designers such as Versace, Chanel, Louis […]
Real Estate, Covid, Estate Sales, Gold, Interest Rates & more.
Real Estate, Covid, Interest Rates, Gold, Estate Sales, & more. What a wild ride it has been. The real estate market doesn’t seem to know there is a global pandemic. Sure showing’s now require masks, and some buyers are required to sign a letter of indemnity, but sale prices are as healthy as we have […]
Selling Fine Jewelry
Fine Jewelry Auctions The term “fine jewelry” is used for any jewelry that is made from precious metals such as gold, silver, or platinum. Fine jewelry typically contains genuine gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, garnets, citrines, rubies, tourmalines, or emerald. Fine jewelry is durable and made to last so it is suitable for every day use. […]