Henry Thorne (Living) Estate Auction: Preview Friday (today @ 11 AM), Auction Saturday @ 9 AM

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Dates
Fri
Sep 27
11am to 5pm
2019
Sat
Sep 28
9am
2019

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C H A N D L E R’ S
INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS AND ESTATE SALES
AMERICAN EAST GALLERY
T.(336)416-3803 info@CHANDLERSAUCTION.COM
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Conditions: Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales strives to accurately describe the items being sold, but all property offered for sale is strictly “as-is” “where-is” with all faults. All sales are final and no refunds are given. The sales records and recordings shall be conclusive. It is the bidder’s responsibility to determine the exact condition and authenticity of each item. No statement in this catalogue or by representatives of Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales shall be considered as a warranty or assumption of liability. Oral and written descriptions given by Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales staff members in person or electronically are given as a courtesy to a client, are only an opinion, and should not be considered as a guarantee of age, composition, or authenticity. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear or imperfections. By bidding, you signify that you have either closely examined the items, have chosen not to examine them, or have hired an independent agent to examine the item(s) for you. Condition reports are available via the online catalog or by contacting The A.E.G. All condition reports should be received prior to bidding or bidder waves the right to contest condition after auction.
Auctioneer: Chandler Eshleman, NCAL#9849. The auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw a lot for any reason he deems appropriate, including any lots that may have a reserve, or if there is a lack of bidding interest or lack of appropriate bids. Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales shall always have the right to withdraw any item at any time for any reason and to default any sale in the event of an error or dispute.
Terms: Sales are subject to the following terms and conditions of sale: Bidding is available by live in-house bidding, live internet bidding, absentee, and telephone. There is an 18% buyer’s premium for live bidding at the auction site, and live internet bidding is available on LiveAuctioneers.com, HiBid, and www.chandlersauction.com among other on-line consoles with a 23% buyer’s premium. Absentee and phone bidding is available for cataloged auctions at 21% buyer's premium. Payment is due at the end of the auction by cash, certified funds, wire transfer, approved check. (Visa and MC for those in attendance only).
Online Bids: Live internet bidding is available during the auction. Current bids on the internet will be executed on your behalf during the auction by HiBid www.LiveAuctioneers.com, and other Internet platforms. However, Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales cannot be held liable for live internet bids that are not sent, received, or executed by the administrator. If you are bidding live, real-time on-line, please bid quickly because there is a time delay in receiving live bids.
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Estimated Weights and Measurements: Weights in catalogue description have been estimated through measurement and are to be used as approximate guidelines and not relied on as exact. Unless otherwise stated, all stones have been measured and graded in their settings. Metal weight given for jewelry items with stones is inclusive of stone weight. Buyers are reminded that many colored gemstones have historically been treated to enhance their appearance. Clocks and Watches: No representation or warranty that any clock or watch is in working order is given. There is no guarantee to works or movements. Virtually all clocks and watches have been repaired in the course of their lifetime and may include parts not original to them.
Payment: All items purchased in person must be paid for on sale day. All items purchased via absentee or phone bid must be paid for within two business days of sale date and picked up according to pick up schedule for auction. If a buyer fails to contact Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales within two business days following the sale, the credit card used to secure the bid will be charged the amount of the invoice. For items purchased through LiveAuctioneers.com, Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales will contact and send an invoice to all winning bidders via e-mail at the completion of the auction. If paying by check, Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales reserves the right to hold the item(s) until the check has cleared. Payment can be made by cash, approved certified funds, Visa, and MC. International bidders will be required to pay by wire transfer unless prior arrangements have been made. At the auctioneer’s discretion, certain lots will be required to be paid for by wire transfer.
Ownership: Ownership of an item is conveyed immediately following the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer. While Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales try to handle and store all items with great care, Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales will have no liability for any loss or damage to an item after the hammer has fallen.
Loading: Loading purchased items is the responsibility of the buyer. C.A.E.S. may, as a courtesy, assist with the loading following the sale but are not obligated to load. C.A.E.S will have no liability for any damage while providing loading assistance; buyer assumes all responsibility. All items are to be packed and moved from the auction site the day of auction. Items not removed the day of sale are not the responsibility of C.A.E.S. though we take every measure possible to secure your items. Again, bidders provide packing and labor for loading, and pick ups not completed the day of auction may pick up Sunday from 11 AM until 2 PM and Monday 11 AM until 3 PM. Items not picked up by Monday are subject to handling and storage fees and are considered forfeit if no prior arrangements made in writing with Chandler's.
Storage: Unless prior arrangements are made in writing, pick-up within 2 days of the auction is required, or a $10.00 per lot/per day storage fee will be charged along with a $25 handling fee for small items per item and a $50-100 handling fee for furniture and large items. As an on-site auction, all items must be removed by Tuesday at 3 PM or items are forfeit with no refunds of invoice payments.
Abandoned Property: Without prior arrangements, any lot(s) remaining after an auction more than 30 calendar days past purchase date (or on-site time stipulations stated) will be considered abandoned and will be resold at auction to off-set the storage fees. C.A.E.S. is not obligated to notify the winning bidder that the abandoned lot(s) will be resold at auction. When storage fees exceed invoice hammer prices , items are forfeit. Chandler's will not contact bidder's to notify when items are forfeit. Bidders are responsible for being aware of auction date and storage rates per terms and conditions.
Packing and Shipping: Chandler’s Auctions and Estate Sales do not ship. Packing and shipping is buyer’s responsibility. Local shippers will pick up and facilitate shipping if hired as third-party shipper. Check www.chandlersauction.com for shipping contacts.

NCAL # 9849 NCAFL# 9915

All items are estate items and sold "as-is where is". Cash, good check, visa & master card excepted. Please bring your own help & transportation to move larger items. Not responsible for accidents. Thank you for your support.
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Chandler's International Auctions and Estate Sales is a Registered DBA NCAL#9849 NCFL#9915

Chandler’s International Auction and Estate Sales announces the date of the auction for the living estate of Henry Thorne in Sparta, NC, on September 28, 2019. Preview for the auction is Friday, Sept. 27.

Mr. Henry Thorne is a distinguished member of the Alleghany community retiring from teaching after a 38-year career in Kentucky and North Carolina. He was a dedicated pianist for the Presbyterian Church, and taught music lessons privately even after he retired from teaching music in the public schools.

Henry Thorne’s love of beautiful antiques and fine art led him to open his own antiques shop on Main Street in Sparta where he enjoyed having folks browse taking in the splendor of fine works of art. As with many lovers of antiques and the arts, Mr. Thorne squirreled away pieces over the years and has a massive collection of items to sell.

Mr. Thorne has four properties full of his lifetime collection of antiques, collectibles, coins, and more which will be sold to the highest bidder on September 28, 2019, at his estate located at 10 Joines Street, Sparta, NC.

 

Items to be auction include a fine collection of Toby mugs, antique coins and silver dollars, jewelry, pocket watches, porcelains, carvings by Tom Wolfe and more, sculptures, pottery, antique and Victorian furniture, art glass, antique books, clocks, Chinese carvings and collectibles, Japanese carvings and collectibles, and more.

 

Preview is Friday, Sept. 27, beginning at 11 AM lasting until 5 PM. Take the day to view all the items offered at auction on Friday. 

Auction begins Saturday, Sept. 28, at 9 AM going until it's all sold.

At 11 AM items photographed on this site will be open for bidders in person at the auction as well as Internet bidders. Prebidding is available now at Live Auctioneers or www.chandlersauction.com for these items.

 

All items should be remove the day of auction or picked up Sunday from 11 AM until 2 PM or Monday from 11 AM until 3 PM. See full terms and conditions for details.

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