Finally checked this place out and I've never seen anything quite like it. There are 5 floors of…read morevintage/antique knickknacks, furniture, art, jewelry, clothing, etc. in this old building. There is a parking lot but it's quite small. There are different booths and each one is labeled with any sales that might be going on, but there aren't many staff members, so it was kind of difficult to shop. There are a lot of items that are locked in cabinets and you would presumably have to grab someone from the first floor to unlock it if you wanted to have a closer look. I wasn't trying to spend a ton anyways and am usually happy just browsing, so I just got a small ceramic cup that wasn't locked in anything. There was a booth on the first floor selling fine jewelry and tennis bracelets that were gorgeous but out of my price range. There were a ton of eclectic interesting things here, some kind of grimy and some in pristine condition--truly a one man's trash is another's treasure sort of place. I would definitely come again to browse.

Finally checked out this spot after wanting to come for a long time. They have 5 floors of antiques…read morebelonging to many different vendors, so each one you walk through has its own style and character. You could spend hours here. They have everything, clothes, decorations, kitchenware, large furniture--basically anything and everything. There's elevators and they do have a parking lot although parking was tight and crowded. But it is also accessible by Lechmere station. We found some cool paintings and a decorative dish. I would come back here! You can pay by card and the workers were friendly. Some things were pricey but some reasonable, it depends on the booth you were purchasing from.

If you can't go and look at item itself don't bid. Some of the merchandise is much more flimsy than…read morethey let on. A tea table I bought just fell apart on getting it out of the box. Plus, for Bonhams Skinner in particular, once you have paid for the item, they have no interest whatsoever in getting it to you.

This place is awful. I've had no success three separate times trying to get a "free" appraisal on…read moreknown artists art that i have each time they said they couldn't appraise the art because they didn't know the artists. uh ok. Do not use this auction house. It's not the same as your parents' Skinner. I'd give it 0 stars if possible.

Former LV sales associate here, and sometimes you aren't able to get your hands on certain pieces…read morewhile employed there. I'm not ashamed to admit to purchasing pre loved items now. Found this coin zippy wallet in this blue Epi using the Tradesy app. Wow what a steal I price I got this item for. This piece retails $430 brand new, and this piece I got for $135. The pics on tradesy did not do it justice. The leather had no cracks, and a minor boo boo here and there on the outside but over all this piece is in pretty good condition for being made in 2013. It's 6yrs old plus now. Super happy with the item, the purchase and this company! Thanks for the a smooth transaction and super fast shipping. I'll have to check you guys out again!

Let me get right down to it, Luxury Resale Network is trustworthy and friendly to boot…read more I was nervous to start selling some Chanel pieces online (What if I get ripped off? How can I take a good picture? I don't know if I have time for this...) and when I found LRN I thought I would do some stress outsourcing. LRN does everything for you, from taking gorgeous professional photos to giving you the option of shipping your clothes and accessories to them. Siblings Eric and Andrea are incredibly kind and great at their jobs. They manage their sales on multiple platforms giving the consigner a greater chance of selling and their consigner agreements are very generous. Plus they have been great communicators and available through email for my questions and any updates. I tried to get some quotes from other local consigners and left with some low quotes for classic pieces. Use Luxury Resale Network if you're looking to get fair prices and great service. Thank you Eric and Andrea!!

I purchased a vase through their auction and the shipping company wanted a lot to ship it so…read moreCentral Mass Auctions packed and shipped it themselves and it arrived perfectly. They were very friendly and accommodating. Sharon Moyse

I called Wayne seemingly out of nowhere one day last spring. My in-laws had to vacate their…read moreproperty of 40+ years to move closer to us so that we could care for their medical needs. I could tell from speaking to him that he was someone that would treat their estate respectfully and thoughtfully. I was RIGHT! Wayne was there exactly when and how we needed him. He knew his stuff and was able to monetize these valuable items to their respective potential. Mostly, it was a huge relief to have this enormous task be a little less stressful than it could have been. We were in good hands from start to finish! Thank you Central Mass Auctions!!! I would HIGHLY recommend!

No buyer protection. I purchased an item listed as working and when it was not working was denied a…read morerefund.

Im a buyer at maxsold , not a regular buyer but when I find something worth or that I like. Today…read moreI had the worst experience as a customer and I want to sharenso others dont go through the same. So I won't a lot of costume jewellery . In thos lot was an amber necklace a first natio. Sterling silver large piece lot of random jewellery and I a couple of galss vases . My invoice was under $100 but the retail value and rarity of some pieces was priceless. When my credit card on file had expired so the night before ai attempted to add the new card to pay. It kept asking me for a code as I entered the code they sent it would not let me proceed. I attempted maybe 15 times until I gave up The next morning around 10:30 daily of pick up i tried again and eve went well I was able to make payment anf finalize my purchase. In the afternoon we drove one hournto the pick up location. When I arrived I was told my items were gone. I was confused and asked what do you mean gone? Well they told me maxsold called then and said I didn't napy and give my items away for free to whomever wanted.so someone took my jewellery lot for free and I was stunned as how something like this could happen. I called in and the conversation didn't go well . In the middle I was told they were going to hang up on me. After much back and forth therly offered to refund my total payment and that was that. I lost the items I had won in auction. I was so upset I cried . Those items were special and I was looking forward to aquire them . Although material things are material things at the end of the day it was the failier on their end that is unnuceptable and so unprofessional. By the way I sent an email the night I was trying to make payment. Anyways beware

Well known by industry experts as a leader among its peers, I'm moved to share a more personal…read morereview of RR Auction after my extraordinary experience. As I considered what to do with a family heirloom of surprising historic significance, I reached out to several 'experts,' but it was not until I was connected with RR Auction that I finally received the very best information and options, delivered with genuine empathy and patience. Once uneasy about how to preserve an important and unexpected find, I cannot be at greater ease and comfort thanks to RR Auction, its extraordinary team and their unrivaled experience, dedication and genuine passion for their work.

I have been dealing with RR Auction since the early 1990's both as a buyer and as a seller. I have…read morefound them very reliable and trustworthy and in the rare times there is a problem they have gone out of their way to make things right. They take great care to ensure the items they auction are authentic and in good condition. They staff really knows their stuff and they must work very hard to sell tens of thousands of items every year in their monthly auctions. Whoever does their shipping goes to great care to package items up -- as I've never had anything arrived damaged. Keep up the good work and here's to another 25 years!

A wealth of information, amazing team, expert restoration true to the pedigree of the artwork.read more

I found Peter Williams and his team to be excellent, with careful and carefully explained…read moreconservation of the oil paintings I brought to them, also competitively priced and with a quick turnaround, both rare on this profession. I'm not sure what could have happened with the other reviewer. were they in a hurry?

My experience at Stack's Bowers was fantastic. Before I visited the store I spoke with a gentleman…read moreby the name of Bill. This was my first time selling coins. I was nervous and I didn't know what to expect. When I visited the store Ron was assigned to handle my transaction. Ron is a class act. Very kind, no pressure, no hassles and Stack's Bowers kept their word of offering me 95% for my British Sovereign coins. Just a fantastic no pressure no nonsense experience. I am looking forward to doing more business with Stack's Bowers in the future. I recommend that before you sell your gold or silver stop by Stack's Bowers.

I remembered that I had a $10 US Gold Coin. Googled and Yelped where to sell and Stack's came up. I…read morephoned first and my expectations were set properly. Upon arrival, excellent security with two locked entrance doors and a guard inside. Quickly received a check and then remembered that I had Englehart Silver as well. $62.50 oz and on our way!

Run away! They charge very high fees for both buyers and sellers. Expect to pay 30% more if you're…read morebuying, and subtract 30-40% if you're selling something through this auction house. Fees are outrageously high! There's no parking, and the auction room is very small and chaotic.

I won two prints and a painting in the December auction and had a very positive experience along…read morethe way as I dealt with Grogan & Co. I found everyone to be polite and professional including the time spent bidding over the phone. I was slightly concerned about the best way to get my items to my car (parking is very close in the Boston Common Garage) and was very happy when Michael and the auction coordinator brought them out to my car on Charles Street for me. As the other reviewer mentioned, there are dogs around - I think that just adds to the friendly, family-run environment that fits in perfectly with Beacon Hill's charm. I will be watching future auctions and hope to be a return client. -R