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Do you know of a good antiques auction or consignment store?

I have inherited more antique furniture than I can use. I want to put some into a high quality consignment store or antiques auction that will allow a reserve. Haven't found much on the internet. Looking for references in Dallas area.

Yes, I have tried Craig's List and eBAY.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    To obtain the very best arrangement (money) for your items you might visit your local antique shops with some photos of the items you wish to consign. I found that percentages of the sale (going to the seller) is more favorable when there is personal (not email, etc.) involvement. A lot depends on the area you live in and the popularity of what is being considered for sale. In my area (Pomona, California) there is a downtown antiques (only) mall with many stores/dealers to approach. Perhaps, there is one near you. It will take some leg work to realize the best possible interest and profit. Good luck!

    Source(s): Personal experience.
  • 1 decade ago

    There is not enough info to go on. If these are small items - ebay would work fine. For larger items, I would go to the yellow pages under Auctions or Consignements. Be sure to ask if they permit reserves, and be sure to ask what percent they will take for selling. Craigs list is ok for inexpensive items, but for fine antiques I would use something else. For consignment shops, find out how long they have been in business. You don't want them going bankrupt.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Ebay has private auction houses that do business through live online auctions...

    Check your area for the local auction houses that do business through Ebay on a live auction basis... They are great for sellers and buyers!

    Our local house that does this is called Burchard. It is the best auction around! But we are not in TX so...

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