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(Fragment)Famous Convicted Thief Bounces Check
On March 17 Kennebunkport, Maine, nautical antiques dealer John Rinaldi received an email inquiring about a ninth-plate ambrotype of an armed sailor that was offered for $650 on Rinaldi’s website (www.johnrinaldinautical.com).
Rinaldi responded the next day, and the sale was consummated. The personal check Rinaldi received for $665 was deposited on ... (Read More)
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(Auction)Post Labor Day Sale Grosses Over $1,000,000
William A. Smith Auctions, Inc., Plainfield, New Hampshire
Photos courtesy William A. Smith Auctions
Bill Smith, like his father before him, has been conducting sales on Labor Day, or a few days after, at their Plainfield, New Hampshire, gallery for decades. His September 3 sale continued the tradition and included several fine ... (Read More)
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(Fragment)Fall Rhinebeck Show Canceled
The Fall Antiques at Rhinebeck Show, scheduled for Columbus Day Weekend, October 11 and 12, at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, New York, has been canceled.
In a press release, promoter Frank Gaglio of Barn Star Productions said, “While this fall’s show won’t be moving forward, the spirit of Rhinebeck ... (Read More)
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(Auction)Four Days of Summer Grandeur
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, Thomaston, Maine
Photos courtesy Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Some presale publicity trumpeted the August 28-31 “Summer Grandeur” auction at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries as the most valuable auction it has ever held, predicting a value of $3.5 to $4.5 million. Containing over 1500 lots, it lived up to ... (Read More)
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(Auction)Labor Day Weekend Antiques and Art Auction
Meander Auctions, Whipple, Ohio
Photos courtesy Meander Auctions
Meander Auctions conducted a Labor Day weekend auction at the company’s gallery in Whipple, Ohio, on August 30. For the most part, the results weren’t surprising.
“It keeps confirming what a lot of folks are saying. Great stuff brings great money,” said Andrew Richmond, who ... (Read More)
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(Auction)A Sizzler
Marion Antique Auctions, Marion, Massachusetts
Photos courtesy Marion Antique Auctions
Called “Summer Sizzler,” Marion Antique Auctions’ end-of-summer sale on August 30, 2025, did, indeed, sizzle. The sale brought to market marine antiques and whaling material, silver, paintings, furniture, and sports material. Items of particular local interest kept bidders in their seats for ... (Read More)
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(Issue Story)Auction Prices Realized, September 2025
Here are a few notable prices of antiques sold recently at auction, as provided by press releases. All prices include the buyer’s premium when charged. We’re always looking for news of prices realized at auctions, particularly unusual or top lots. Send pictures, complete descriptions, and information to A.P.R., Maine Antique ... (Read More)
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(Fragment)Free Hallmark Finder Tool Launched
Offering a free online tool called Hallmark Finder, Antique Jewellers Ltd, a United Kingdom-based antique ring specialist, has created a significant resource for the antiques community.
Hallmarks are the official stamps that certify precious-metal items. The free app does not require downloading or logging in. According to a press release, Hallmark ... (Read More)
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(Fragment)Before Bankruptcy, Auction House Faced Complaints
Last month, M.A.D. reported on the bankruptcy of Bruneau & Co. of Cranston, Rhode Island. Before the bankruptcy was filed on February 6, the auction house was facing several lawsuits.
On December 27, 2024, Sally McMillen Spinosa and Christopher Tintle filed a lawsuit in Providence/Bristol County Superior Court against Kevin Bruneau, ... (Read More)
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(Issue Story)Hanging with Linda Scott and Dan Fout
Linda Scott and Dan Fout at their hacienda in Prescott, Arizona.
Linda Scott and Dan Fout admittedly have a love affair with the American Southwest. They use “incandescent” and “enchanting” to describe the region. When they eloped 22 years ago, they got hitched in Santa Fe, New Mexico. When friends retired ... (Read More)
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