The auction calendar is heating up with a wave of rare offerings, each slated to close in quick succession. On the earliest closing day, Gray's Auctioneers runs a live sale featuring a rare Federal Cylinder Desk, exquisite silver and bronze pieces, intricate rugs, historic clocks and a striking taxidermy marlin, all available for immediate bidding. The same day, All Nations Stamp and Coin presents a focused online event highlighting rare British and Commonwealth stamps, including high‑value imperforate issues that attract philatelists worldwide. Also on that date, VanDerBrink Auctions showcases a rare collection of Winchester firearms from the Gebauer archive, giving collectors a chance to acquire historically significant weapons.
Moving to the following weekend, Harmers of London offers a rare stamp auction with standout items such as a Great Britain 10‑shilling pale ultramarine and a Mulready 2d Blue envelope, both expected to draw strong interest. Shortly after, Stanley Gibbons releases another rare stamp sale, expanding the selection to include prized postal history from multiple eras.
Mid‑month, Bertoia Auctions brings a rare toy lineup to the fore, featuring European tin toys, early model trains and wind‑up curios that appeal to both nostalgic collectors and new enthusiasts. A few days later, Thomas Watson’s Collectors & Interiors auction highlights rare medals, including a British Waterloo Medal and a 22‑carat gold Churchill Medal, alongside a life‑size bronze lion sculpture.
The week of December 17 sees Owens Auctions Dallas presenting a rare Duncan Phyfe federal caned sofa—one of only ten known—paired with rare walnut chairs, a classical gothic desk, sterling silver candlesticks and a Wedgwood dolphin incense burner. Closing the month, Gardner Galleries’ Final Auction of the year offers a broad array of rare furnishings and a special draw for a brand‑new television, rounding out the season’s high‑profile events.
Looking ahead into 2026, Treasure Trove Auctions plans its largest ever militaria sale, featuring rare ancient swords, medieval armor and World War II uniforms, while Numismatic Auctions LLC prepares Auction Sale #70, a massive offering of rare currency pieces in gold, silver and platinum, plus medals, tokens and specialized literature. Together, these events illustrate a clear trend: bidders are increasingly drawn to historically significant, high‑quality items across stamps, firearms, medals, furniture and militaria, underscoring the enduring appetite for rare treasures in today’s market.
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