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Can a Painting Be Valuable If It is Not Original?

Recently, we had a consignor come into the auction house with what he thought was an original Peter Max painting. His father-in-law gave it to him, and after researching the artist, he was sure we could sell it for him at auction for at least $100,000. While original paintings by

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3 Items Doing Well at Auction That May Surprise You

If there is one thing I have learned over the years working as a certified auctioneer, it’s that nothing will surprise me. I would tell you that I’ve seen it all, but the truth is that at some point soon, someone will walk into my auction house with some rare

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Recently we sold a large Russian porcelain tureen at auction that depicted a hunting scene. But upon closer examination, those in the know recognized it as valuable propaganda — a “blank,” or piece of undecorated Imperial porcelain that was decorated after the October Revolution of 1917. The white lid was

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EJ’s Auction & Consignment Forms Partnership with Impetus Property & Auction to Sell Real Estate

EJ’s owner and auctioneer Erik Hoyer and Impetus real estate auction expert Jason Stancill say clients benefit from one-stop shop services GLENDALE, Ariz. (January 12, 2017) – Glendale-based EJ’s Auction & Consignment recently became a minority owner in Phoenix-based Impetus Properties, LLC, dba Impetus Property & Auction, a move that will

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Auction Tips

Old lamps may light up your bank account

Collecting Treasures: Don’t ever think that an old, dingy item sitting in Grandma’s house or in the garage is worthless Recently, one of our clients contracted us to sell the contents of his home, which is nothing new since we pick up hundreds of estates every year. But this home down

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Auction Tips

3 tips for purchasing Native American jewelry

Collecting Treasures: The reality is, if you don’t know what you’re looking for, you can get duped A few months ago, I shared important things to consider when purchasing Native American rarities. In that article, I gave an overview of the laws and emphasized how important craftsmanship and provenance are

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Do more clothes mean less value for your Playboy collection?

Collecting Treasures: With the latest news that Hugh Hefner wants to sell, should collectors sell, too, or should they hang on to their vintage items? One of the big stories last week that may have gotten overshadowed by international news and local election news was the fact that Playboy Enterprises

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News Release

Sat., April 16 is National Auctioneers Day

EJ’s Auction & Consignment Hosts Fun Amateur Chanting Contest GLENDALE (March 29, 2016) – Do you have what it takes to chant like an auctioneer? EJ’s Auction & Consignment challenges you to give it a shot on National Auctioneers Day, Saturday, April 16. The Glendale auction house will open at

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Auction Tips

Here are 6 tips to make your moving day go hassle free

Collecting Treasures: Help for you whether you’re selling your household items and collectibles at auction or you are in the process of moving across town Look around your house. Does the thought of moving everything overwhelm you? No one looks forward to the process of moving, especially in a scenario

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News Release

5 Tips for Bidding at Auction

Glendale Auction House Hosts “March Bidding Mania Contest”  GLENDALE (February 25, 2016) – Twenty five dollars, now 30, who has 35? If you’ve ever been to a live auction, the fast cadence of an auctioneer makes the experience exciting, especially if you find yourself in a bidding war. Now bidders

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