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Auctioneering by Steve Miller, American Auctions

Fabulous Antiques from Ireland, the U.K. and Europe...

We bring an eclectic array of finest Antiques, Collectables and Unique objects for your home and garden. By directly buying, importing and auctioning our selection of fine antique furniture, rugs, prints, paintings, clocks, silver, brass, copper and plate ware (plus so much more) we cut out the middle men and pass the savings on to you.

Never Been to an Auction?

Not to worry you won't buy something if you just wipe your nose, that's a myth!!

You will have plenty of time to preview the objects and ask questions of the buyers (and your iPad;) Go ahead and nose around, take a photo and a measurement, open the doors and drawers and sniff what hundreds of years smells like. Once you're satisfied with a piece, make sure and register first, and when you have your "paddle number" you can start to bid!! Just wave your paddle at the auctioneer, make sure he sees you! Remember 'the auctioneer doesn't miss you, you miss the auctioneer'! If you want you can raise a finger or rub your nose once you have his attention, that's fine. Some folks like to call out, "yep" or "I'm in" or "here!"

Be sure you know what your limit is, and don't go past it. In the heat of the moment you may change your mind but a good auction buyer knows their limit and sticks to it.

Good Luck,

and have fun!!