I found this operation to be slick and highly dishonest. They claim "WE ARE NOW DOING IN HOUSE…read moreSHIPPING." (SEE THEIR WEB). t is a con job and probably a highly profitable one. Certainly, this is not the only low-end auction house on LIVEAUCTION that perpetrates this cheesy fraud. Before we purchased an item, we requested an estimate for shipping as we'd had problems with auction houses on LIVEAUCTION wanting 5xs what something cost to ship, and they would only give you the actual cost AFTER you purchased and paid for a lot. If something should cost $40 for handling, boxing and shipping, you get a bill for $200 or more. We rec'd an invoice from John Nye. !!! No shipping cost was noted in the form field!!! John said his partner, Ron, would provide one. Ron emailed that he could only provide shipping cost AFTER you paid for the lot. An auction house that claims to ship but does not know how much to bill?!?!? Same ol', same ol' that most of these low-end auction houses use. Then you get the bill for 5xs what it should cost or they keep/steal your purchase. We estimate that this con job could easily cover their over head. These people John and Ron operate in collusion. BEWARE!

Nye & company has what serious collectors call a 'great eye'. If you are a regular follower, what…read moreyou will see at Nye auctions is not only an interesting variety of antiques and art, but items that many times have a certain distinction in style and craftsmanship that sets them apart from the usual auction fare. Two of my recent Nye purchases illustrate this point: a Sheraton sewing table and a George III arm chair. If you search auctions for either of these, you will come up with a large number available for sale. A Sheraton table or a Georgian chair are easy to find, but what is difficult to find are outstanding examples of design. A certain turn of the wood here or the maker's attention to proportion there make all the difference between an 'average' antique, and one worth cherishing as a fine example of the period. Of course, higher end items are always found at big-name auction houses and always accompanied by big prices. Moderate budgets and serious collecting rarely go together. However, at Nye, if you pay attention and search their auctions habitually, you are certain to discover that special piece of art, or furniture, or porcelain, and surprisingly, you will also find it at a very reasonable price. Dan New Hamburg, NY

As a regular attendee of estate sales hosted by Pink Lady, I can't help but leave a positive review…read morefor them. First and foremost, their pricing is consistently reasonable and fair. They strike a very nice balance between setting prices that will ensure items sell without giving them away. They also are easy to negotiate with if you take the right tact. I also appreciate the organization of their sales. Items are thoughtfully arranged, prices are clearly labeled, and it's evident that the team takes great care to prep the homes. They have a consistent system with their lists on the morning of the first day and move people in fairly quickly. What truly sets this company apart though, is their outstanding staff. Their team is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly pleasant to interact with. They are always ready to assist, offering insights into the history and value of items. Their warmth and professionalism make every visit enjoyable. I especially enjoy speaking with the gentleman who usually oversees the tools. Five Stars!

My estate sale with Pink Lady Liquidation, LLC and Sarah Oliveri was one of the worst customer…read moreexperiences of my life. Sarah was difficult to communicate with (often did not return calls, texts or emails) and when she was at my home the day of sale preparation, she was rude and impatient. She raised her voice with me more than once and it was all I could do not to ask her to leave and not return. She took jewelry and watches with her that day without telling me and of course I had to consider the worst-case scenario, which was that one of the several crew members there that day may have taken them. I texted her to ask about this later that evening when I realized they were gone, and later the next morning she let me know they had them to research further and metal test. No apology for causing me concern, or acknowledgement that perhaps one should not do that without notifying the home owner. She neglected to mention additional parking near-by in a small business lot in the sale listing, despite my telling her that the owner had granted permission for use during the sale (my street is short with little parking available). A few days after the sale ended (low turnout and poor sales) I received a bill via email showing that I owed her over $600 as the minimum threshold of $2000 for sales had not been met. No personal note with that, text or phone call. Lots of lovely items gone as if they were given away; $2000 is a low threshold for vintage, antique, collectible items, suitcases, bedding, table linens and cookware along with some jewelry, several nice resin watches and some furniture. The only bright spot was that the two crew members who were there during the two days of the sale, Stacey and Casey, were sweet, kind and communicative. I was able to sell many of the leftover items online and more than made up for the financial loss caused by this estate sale, so that was a big help. I have read many positive reviews for Pink Lady and it's as if people are talking about services and an owner that I did not utilize. Reminded me eerily of the story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and you can deduce which one I got! Someone mentioned that Sarah was having health issues, and if true I would not wish that for anyone. But regardless of what was going on in her personal life, there is no excuse for the unprofessional behavior and conduct I encountered. I encourage others to exercise their due diligence and explore other and better options that are out there.

This has always been my go to place for diamond appraisals…read more LOCATION - still close to the diamond district in a new location for me. Albeit they have been there for 8 years. Up the block more on 47th in a nicer building ENTRANCE - tight security so make sure you have ID and a smile when they photo you. LOL FLOOR LOCATION - when out of the elevator turn left and just go all the way until you can't go anymore and 2906 is on the right RECEPTION - Pretty stoic and direct. Checking your reservation and there are like 4 seats in the small waiting area until they greet you for an appraisal TECHNICIAN - the is rated EXCEPTIONAL from my vantage point. We were surprised to have the owner evaluate our gem with the latest equipment. PROCESS - for those on the clock the duration for evaluation is within 40 minutes. In addition, they do a thorough cleaning of a ring for optimal evaluation. Then if you have an old report they closely compare to make sure the diamond is the same. The repeat measurements and use newer technology to get better descriptions etc. VALUATIONS - in our case the value from 2006 was the same but the advent of man made diamonds has impacted market prices significantly. Just letting those interested know. Travis couldn't be more friendly, personable, knowledgeable and congenial. EDUCATION - through the process Travis provided insights into the state of the market including scams to be aware of like forged appraisals to get you to pay more in a third party sale. INSURANCE HELP - as a service we were given a list of questions to ask insurers as there are little known nuance's as to what is covered under different circumstances. EXTREMELY helpful PRICE - I must say that prices have come down significantly since 2006. I only paid $75 for this appraisal which is super reasonable even by New York City standards RECOMMENDATION - I highly recommend this GIA licensed establishment as providing HONEST , FAIR, and HIGH QUALITY assessments for a super reasonable cost.

Travis and his team are to notch! All are very knowledgeable and have the credentials and schooling…read moreto prove it. They are all passionate gemologists who really take the time to evaluate and accurately appraise every item you put in front of them. I trust their discernment and advice on everything precious gem related!

Excellent service. Highly professional. Extremely knowledgeable…read more This was a complex appraisal with values needed for several dates for a divorce matter and this appraiser came through with a detailed and fully documented report. The appraiser was also readily available after issuance of the report to answer any questions and explain any conclusions. The report was ready on time and for a reasonable price. Highly recommended and we will definitely use them again for any appraisals needed in the 5 borough area.

Suspicious payment policy. They agreed to do a real estate appraisal on a building in the…read moreneighborhood for $350, but wanted full payment up front. On thinking it over, I said I was willing to pay 50% down, and the remaining 50% C.O.D. of the finished appraisal. Since the sole benefit to me is the final report, I can't think of a legitimate reason they insist I take all the risk by paying 100% up front, yet in response to my offer, they declined the job -- after having invested time doing the building site visit!

I began a series of messages with Robert to do a last minute appraisal while visiting my daughter…read morein New York. While we decided to not do any appraisal at this time , I will say he rates five stars for response time, thoroughness of explanation of services and for courtesy. I would have enjoyed working with him.

I needed pearls appraised. I spoke to the representative and they explained the whole process in…read moregreat detail. I learned a lot about how porting it is to certify every piece of jewelry you own. The value of their services was reasonable. Cost and insuring your valuables are priceless.

Paul is great. Very professional has a very specific methodology for valuing homes. In my divorce…read morecase Paul was assigned to me case, chatted with me about his approach and executed a very professional, well documented job in my appraisal process.

Ron and Mitch are great, we participated in a liquidation they ran, very professional and pleasant…read moreto work with. We can't wait to be a part of their next one. 100% recommend using Caspert.

I used them for a business appraisal. They did not understand the business so the appraisal was…read moreincomplete at best. The appraiser did not know what they were looking at, mislabeled items resulting in an inaccurate appraisal. I do not recommend them for business valuations.

It has onyx and is in good shape just needs to be cleaned up. My grandfather was a mason in the 20s…read moreI think he said I dont remember what year he was a free mason

Paris Jewelers know their product very well. Take your time and ask questions, the attentive staff…read morewill guide you to the right piece