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As the calendar turns toward the new year, two private collections are drawing the attention of bidders across the UK. In Bath, the Cornish & Scottish Art: A Private Collection will close on December 30, 2025, offering a curated selection of 20th‑century pieces that span painting, printmaking and decorative objects from the Cornish and Scottish regions. The lot list emphasizes regional motifs and mid‑century design, giving collectors a chance to acquire works that reflect local heritage while the timed format lets participants bid from anywhere.

A few days later, the John Short Collection (Part One) in Bristol will finish its timed sale in early 2026, presenting a trove of autographs that range from literary firsts to signed correspondence by well‑known figures. The emphasis on personal signatures highlights a growing appetite for personality‑driven collections, where the story behind each item adds value as much as the object itself. Both events illustrate a broader market shift: sellers are increasingly turning to private‑owner assemblages and using timed online platforms to reach a global audience, while still offering live moments for those who prefer the traditional auction floor.

The Bath event’s live component on December 30 adds a real‑time bidding experience, whereas the Bristol sale remains fully timed, reflecting the dual‑track approach many houses now employ. Together, these auctions underscore a trend toward niche, owner‑curated collections that cater to enthusiasts seeking distinctive pieces rather than broad market offerings, and they signal that the end‑of‑year period remains a prime window for moving high‑profile private holdings.

Based on 23 digest summaries · Generated December 26, 2025

Numisbids Auctions

December 27, 2025 —

Heritage FUN Signature Sale 1389 is selling US Large Cents and Early Half Eagles on January 8, 2026. CNG Triton XXIX will offer Greek, Roman, Byzantine, World, and British Coins on January 12, 2026. New York Sale Auction 64 will feature Russian Coins, Medals, and Orders on January 13, 2026. St. James's Auctions 115-117 will present The Roderick Richardson Collection and The Regent Collection on January 13, 2026. Tennants January 2026 Auction will include Gold Coins on January 14, 2026. Heritage FUN Signature Sale 1390 will showcase US Coins from January 14 to January 17, 2026. New York Sale Auction 65 will offer Ancient and World Coins on January 15, 2026. Stack's Bowers January 2026 NYINC Auction will feature Ancient and World Coins and World Paper Money from January 16 to January 18, 2026. Heritage NYINC Signature Sale 3133 will present the OTOH Collection of Physical Cryptocurrency, Part IV, on January 19, 2026. Künker Auction 437 will offer Selected Coins and Medals from Brandenburg-Prussia, the German States, the Habsburg Empire, and the World on January 28, 2026. Berk Buy or Bid Sale 234 will feature Ancient and World Coins on January 29, 2026. Aurora Floor Auction 34 will present Italian and World Coins on February 3, 2026. Hirsch Auction 404 will offer Ancient Coins on February 11, 2026. Noonans Mayfair Auction B73 will feature The Ibrahim Salem Collection of Syria and Lebanon on February 12, 2026. Hirsch Auction 405 will present Medieval and Modern Coins on February 12, 2026.

Aumann Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Aumann Auctions is hosting the Gilbert Asbe Memorabilia & Toy Collection #7 on December 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Nokomis, IL. The Jean Vasel Estate Farmland Auction for 39.17 acres in Montgomery County is scheduled for December 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Litchfield, IL. The Klinefelter Farms Retirement Auction will take place on December 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM in Nokomis, IL. The Shouse Farm Toy, Literature, & Memorabilia Collection Auction is set for January 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Nokomis, IL. On January 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM, the Winter Sale SDL - North Dirksen Supply will feature containers, mini excavators, loaders, electric golf carts, and massage chairs in Springfield, IL.

A New Day Auctions

December 27, 2025 —

A New Day Auctions is hosting an auction on January 8, 2026, at 5pm CST featuring a lifetime collection of prehistoric, Pre-Columbian, African, Mayan, Mexican, American Indian, and other tribal artifacts, including pottery, baskets, weapons, stone tools, masks, jewelry, and more. The auction also includes Western and firearm magazines, books, a Winchester bronze cowboy statue, fossils, an antique clock collection, framed artwork, antique gate latches, oil lamps, glassware, and various other antiques.

East Bristol Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Furniture & Decorative Interiors - Bristol - Timed auction ends December 28, 2025, at 20:00. 20th Century & Contemporary Art Sale - Bath - Timed auction ends December 29, 2025, at 20:00. Christmas Collectables - Timed auction in Bristol ends December 29, 2025, at 20:00. Mid Century & Interior Design Sale - Bath - Live auction on December 30, 2025, at 10:00. Tolkien - An Auction of Books Inc. Firsts & Rare Editions - Timed auction in Bath ends December 30, 2025, at 20:00. Cornish & Scottish Art: A Private Collection - Bath - Timed auction ends December 30, 2025, at 20:00. Furniture & Decorative Interiors - Bristol - Live auction on January 5, 2026, at 10:00. Autographs - The John Short Collection (Part One) - Timed auction in Bristol ends January 5, 2026, at 20:00. Antique & Contemporary Jewellery, Gold, Silver & Watches - Live auction in Bristol on January 6, 2026, at 10:00. Antiques & Collectables - Live auction in Bristol on January 7, 2026, at 10:00.

Auctioneers of Bristol & Bath

December 27, 2025 —

Auctioneers of Bristol & Bath are hosting several upcoming auctions. Furniture & Decorative Interiors - Bristol - Timed ends on December 28, 2025. 20th Century & Contemporary Art Sale - Bath - Timed ends on December 29, 2025. Christmas Collectables - Timed - Bristol ends on December 29, 2025. Mid Century & Interior Design Sale - Bath - Live Auction takes place on December 30, 2025. Tolkien - An Auction of Books Inc. Firsts & Rare Editions - Timed - Bath ends on December 30, 2025. Cornish & Scottish Art: A Private Collection - Bath - Timed ends on December 30, 2025. Furniture & Decorative Interiors - Bristol - Live takes place on January 5, 2026. Autographs - The John Short Collection (Part One) - Timed Auction - Bristol ends on January 5, 2026. Antique & Contemporary Jewellery, Gold, Silver & Watches - Live - Bristol takes place on January 6, 2026. Antiques & Collectables - Live - Bristol takes place on January 7, 2026.

Auctioneum Ltd

December 26, 2025 —

Furniture & Decorative Interiors auction in Bristol is a timed event ending on December 28, 2025, at 20:00. The 20th Century & Contemporary Art Sale in Bath is a timed auction ending on December 29, 2025, at 20:00. A Christmas Collectables auction in Bristol is a timed event ending on December 29, 2025, at 20:00. The Mid Century & Interior Design Sale in Bath is a live auction on December 30, 2025, at 10:00. A Tolkien-themed auction of books, including firsts and rare editions, is a timed event in Bath ending on December 30, 2025, at 20:00. Cornish & Scottish Art: A Private Collection auction in Bath is a timed event ending on December 30, 2025, at 20:00. A live auction for Furniture & Decorative Interiors will be held in Bristol on January 5, 2026, at 10:00. The John Short Collection Part One, featuring autographs, is a timed auction in Bristol ending on January 5, 2026, at 20:00. An Antique & Contemporary Jewellery, Gold, Silver & Watches auction will be live in Bristol on January 6, 2026, at 10:00. An Antiques & Collectables live auction will take place in Bristol on January 7, 2026, at 10:00.

Metzger Auction

December 27, 2025 —

Century Bank & Trust is presenting the Krzycki Trust Online Estate Auction featuring a BMW X3 SUV, appliances, jewelry, silver, coins, currency including Red Seal Notes, artwork including pieces by Emma Schrock and P. Buckley Moss, and a golf cart, with lots closing on December 26, 2025, at 6:30 pm. Homier LLC is hosting an Online Only Auction for new designer shoes from brands like Michael Kors and Kate Spade, with lots closing on December 27, 2025, at 5 pm. Warsaw Overstock is holding an Online Auction for overstock, home improvement, store returns, and new merchandise, with lots closing on December 27, 2025, at 6 pm. Homier LLC is also conducting another Online Only Auction for new, overstock, and discontinued home improvement items, with lots closing on December 27, 2025, at 6:30 pm. On December 28, 2025, Homier LLC will have an Online Only Auction for new, overstock, and discontinued home improvement items, with lots closing at 6 pm, and another auction for new designer clothing and shoes, with lots closing at 5 pm. Albertson's Sport Shop is having a Complete Business Liquidation Online Only Auction featuring over 300 firearms and accessories, with lots closing on December 28, 2025, at 1 pm. The Market Monday Online Auction will feature local advertising, pottery, porcelain, glassware, electronics, and more, with lots closing on December 29, 2025, at 6 pm. Metzger's 42nd Annual New Year's Day Auction will be a live event on January 1, 2026, at 9 am, featuring vehicles, trailers, farm equipment, and more. The Andrews Collection Online Only Auction will feature a massive pop culture and toy collection, with lots closing on January 4, 2026, at 5 pm. Knapp Supply Company is hosting an Online Auction for custom cabinets and surplus items, with lots closing on January 6, 2026, at 6 pm. An Industrial Equipment Online Auction will feature industrial and fabrication machines, with lots closing on January 7, 2026, at 6 pm. An auction featuring John Deere equipment, guns, ammo, and antiques will have lots closing on January 8, 2026, at 6 pm.

Richard Winterton Auctioneers Ltd

December 26, 2025 —

Richard Winterton Auctioneers is hosting The Late Michael Baggott Book Collection Sale from December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026, with online bidding only. An Antique & Home Sale is scheduled for January 5, 2026, at the Lichfield Auction Centre, starting at 9:00 am with garden effects, tools, electricals, furniture, and furnishings, followed by jewellery, watches, coins, silver, pictures, ceramics, glass, and household miscellaneous items at 10:30 am.

Gardner Galleries Auctioneers

December 26, 2025 —

Gardner Galleries is hosting an auction featuring exceptional antique and vintage glass from the estate collection of Wayne "Bud" & Lola Moore, with bidding opening on December 26, 2025. Another auction starting the same day includes fine furnishings, decorative arts, and collectibles, showcasing MCM furnishings, antique and modern pieces, sterling silver, and more. The rare books from the Gary Prouk estate are currently available for bidding, featuring first editions and signed copies. The vast collections of Gary Prouk, including unique items and signed books, are also open for bidding. Additionally, a January art session will feature Canadian and international artworks, Inuit carvings, and art books. All auctions are held at 407 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario N5Z 1R8, with a 20% buyer's premium and applicable taxes.

Pickens Auction Service

December 27, 2025 —

Aumann Vintage Power is hosting an online auction for the Gilbert Asbe Memorabilia & Toy Collection #7 on December 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Nokomis, IL. Hostetter Auctioneers will conduct an online-only Hardscape / Pool Business Liquidation Auction on December 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Greensburg, PA. Comas Montgomery Realty & Auction Co., Inc. is holding an online real estate auction for a property in Rockvale, TN, ending on December 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Walker Auctions LLC will have an online auction for various items, including a Porter-Cable Generator and furniture, on December 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Germantown, TN. Walker Auctions LLC is also auctioning a 5 Bed 5 Bath Home on 8 Acres online on December 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM in Memphis, TN. Theurer Auction/Realty, LLC will auction a 1929 Ford Model A and parts online on December 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM in Wellington, KS. H. Barry Smith Realtors, Auctioneers, and Advisors will conduct an online auction for construction equipment, including shipping containers and mini excavators, on December 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM in Shelbyville, KY.

Bradeen Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Tennyson Estate & Guests are auctioning a '14 Ford Taurus, Lionel Train Collection, Everett Piano, furniture, and kitchen equipment on January 2, 2026, at three locations in Custer, SD.

GoNBid

December 26, 2025 —

Scott Daniel Group, LLC is hosting an auction on BidSpirit featuring a large antique postcard collection, including real photo postcards, pop art, modern art, abstract art, and sculptures on January 5, 2026.

Curr & Dewar Auctioneers

December 26, 2025 —

Curr & Dewar Auctioneers is hosting a live online auction on January 6, 2026, at 10am, featuring a single owner whisky collection. Public viewing is available on January 3, 4, and 5, 2026.

Auctions in New Jersey

December 27, 2025 —

Bodnar's Auction is hosting a Kevin Smith Sale featuring props, memorabilia, costumes, art, and signed items on January 3, 2026. On January 7, 2026, a Toy Bank Single-Owner Estate Collection auction will take place. A Coin Auction Extravaganza featuring three collections of coins is scheduled for January 8, 2026.

Charterhouse Auction

December 26, 2025 —

Charterhouse Auction is hosting a sale on January 2, 2026, featuring three Swatch watches estimated to sell for over £20,000 and a collection of original oil paintings by Berrisford Hill. Another auction is scheduled for January 5, 2026, focusing on pictures, books, and maps.

Leading Online Auction Site

December 27, 2025 —

Reserve Stock Auctions is hosting the "End of The Year" Indulge Yourself in Fine Jewelry & Watches Live Auction on December 28, 2025. Rhoswens will present the Modern & Traditional Art Collection Live Auction on December 30, 2025. Antique Kingdom Inc. is holding the 2025 Last Day Antique Kingdom Auction on December 31, 2025. Block Auction House will conduct the New Year's 2026 Live Auction on January 1, 2026. Bid Global International Auctioneers LLC is offering the LIVE New Year's Day- Crème De La Crème of Diamonds Live Auction on January 1, 2026. Lab Grown Auctions will host the LGA LIVE New Year's Day 2026 Celebration Auction on January 1, 2026.

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