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Castles, Cottages & Lighthouses in the Hills of TN, 55+ Years of Collecting from the Teet Estate

estate sale | 3 day sale | 6 days away

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The address for this sale in Centerville, TN 37033 will be available after 9:00am on Friday, August 21st, 2026.

Dates

Sat

Aug 22

9am to 5pm

Sun

Aug 23

9:30am to 5pm

Mon

Aug 24

10am to 3pm

Payments Accepted: Credit Card(5% fee), Debit Card(5% fee), Venmo, Apple Pay, and Cash. — ALL DISCOUNTED ITEMS WILL BE CASH ONLY.

All Items Sold As-Is: All merchandise is sold in "as-is, where-is" condition with no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. We do not test items for functionality, safety, or authenticity unless specifically noted. Buyers are encouraged to inspect items thoroughly before purchase.

No Returns or Refunds: All sales are final. No returns, exchanges, refunds, or credits will be given for any reason, including buyer's remorse, change of mind, or later discovery of defects

Liability and Safety: Entry to the property and participation in the sale is at your own risk. We are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, theft, damage to property, or loss that may occur on the premises or related to purchased items. Please watch your step, supervise children, and exercise caution around furniture, stairs, electrical items, and other hazards.

Loading and Assistance: We do not provide lifting for heavy or bulky items, nor do we offer loading equipment. Buyers must bring help for heavy lifting, appropriate vehicles for transport, boxes, bags, or other materials needed for shopping and removal. If you offer paid delivery: Delivery services may be available for a reasonable fee through a third-party provider—ask for details.

Removal of Purchases: All purchased items must be removed by the end of the sale day(s) unless other arrangements are made. We are not responsible for items left behind.

Shopping Guidelines: Feel free to bring your own boxes, buckets, baskets, or bags for shopping. Please handle items carefully to avoid damage.

Pricing and Negotiation: Prices are set by the sale organizers and may be negotiable at our discretion, especially toward the end of the sale. We reserve the right to adjust or remove items as needed.

General: By entering the premises and/or making a purchase, you agree to these terms and conditions. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.

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Company Details

(404) 259-2618

This estate belonged to a Vietnam veteran who served as a lineman for BellSouth for more than 25 years. His wife was a dedicated entrepreneur whose career spanned real estate, hairdressing, and floral design. A devoted mother, she and her husband filled their home over a lifetime with carefully chosen collectibles, furniture, and personal treasures.

Notable items include:

• Extensive collection of David Winter Cottages, many still with their original certificates and display cards, plus additional lighthouse and architectural miniatures

• Large detailed castle miniature collections

• Meade TeleStar telescope complete with aluminum tripod and original box

• 1847 Rogers Bros. silverplate flatware in the original wooden case

• Beautiful hand-painted fruit motif china service (plates, cups, saucers, teapot, and two-tier serving stand) with gold trim

• Antique wooden steamer trunk with original floral lining

• Framed United States Commemorative Presidential Collection featuring Eisenhower dollars, Kennedy half, silver certificate, $2 bill, wartime coins, and related stamps

• Framed Pony Express / Mercury Dime display with Winged Liberty Head dimes

• Hoveround MPV5 power wheelchair with owner’s manual, in nice working condition.

• Two vintage illuminated Bell System Phone signs from old phone booths, plus a classic blue lineman’s test handset

• Pfaff 260 Automatic sewing machine in its original wood sewing cabinet with matching stool and instruction book

• Singer Model 9410 sewing machine in carrying case

• Serta adjustable bed (Motion Essentials by Ergomotion) with brass headboard and dual remotes, in nice working condition.

• Full Optimus stereo system stack (LAB-2250 linear tracking turntable, dual cassette deck, 24-disc CD changer, AM/FM tuner) plus Philips DVD711 player

• Collection of German beer steins including Gerz, Zöller & Born limited editions, and Coors Rocky Mountain Legend Series

• Statehood Quarters Collection in official binders

• Brinkerhoff upright piano with matching bench and large assortment of colored glass vases (milk glass, emerald, amethyst, ruby, and clear)

• Revolutionary War themed pewter chess set

• Collection of military caps including 101st Airborne Division, Army Retired, Airborne, and Don’t Tread on Me

• Cobalt blue MCI Japan sake set with iris design and gold trim

• Cobalt blue Limoges (France) vase with gold scrollwork and hand-painted romantic scene

• Several patriotic eagle sculptures (“We Will Never Forget” Twin Towers and “Liberty and Justice for All”)

• Large fabric Halloween witch doll, and Mrs Claus.

• Large clear glass storage jar with embossed design

• Assorted figurines including Precious Moments-style angels and children

• Nikon 35mm SLR camera with lenses, Fuji Zoom camera, and Sharp Viewcam 8mm camcorder