The first auction to close is SJ Auctioneers' live event, scheduled for the evening of December 28, 2025. Bidders will gather at 6:00 PM to bid on a diverse lot that includes Lionel trains, fine crystal from Baccarat and Steuben, Herend porcelain, Italian Murano home decor, and a selection of miniature vehicles such as Tonka trucks, Tootsietoy pieces, Buddy L models, and the highly sought-after Matchbox Lesney items. The live format promises immediate excitement, with on‑site bidding and a chance for collectors to examine each piece before the final hammer falls.

Following that, the Midway Auction House will wrap up its auction on a Wednesday in 2026. This sale, which began earlier in the year, offers an extensive array of items ranging from Matchbox models and Fenton die‑cast pieces to Murano glassware. Additional categories include tools, electronics, musical instruments, records, comic books, fishing and hunting gear, bicycles, coolers, knives, swords, furniture, glass objects, and framed pictures. Prospective buyers can preview the inventory during scheduled preview days in the spring, and absentee bidding will be available for those who cannot attend in person. Light refreshments will be sold throughout the event, adding a casual atmosphere to the proceedings.

Both auctions illustrate a growing trend of pairing niche miniature vehicle collections with broader hobby and decorative items, catering to enthusiasts who appreciate both the detailed craftsmanship of Matchbox pieces and the complementary appeal of related collectibles. The staggered schedule—first a high‑energy live sale, then a more extended, preview‑driven auction—offers collectors multiple opportunities to acquire prized Matchbox items while exploring a wide spectrum of related interests.

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