I have been dealing with National Book Auctions since the beginning…read more It is a long drive for me being a 600 mile trip. They are professional and their descriptions are accurate and thoroughly researched and photographed. This gives me the confidence to bid here at one of only about 6 auctions that I attend regularly. I am a long time collector and book dealer and can assure all parties that he has been meticulous and honest in any of his dealings that I have observed. Kenny Parolini Poor Man's Rare Books

It has now been over 2 years since my first edition Alice in Wonderland book sold for $7,000…read moredollars. I have not been paid. BBB tried to contact him with no luck.

I've bought numerous things from Hessney Auction Company and my experiences have been great. Very…read moreprompt and professional!!

I think Rebecca misread my intent. Hessney is not a ripoff, he sells to the highest bidder. If…read moreyou don't like it, don't buy it. As for the fees, the State Sales Tax goes to the State, not Hessney. The buyers premium is indeed a rip off (since Hessney likely charges the SELLER a fee as well), but it is clearly stated at the beginning of every single auction and on his web site. The saddest thing is that buyer's premium does not buy you any guarantees. I think if you are being told that an item is in a certain condition, then it turns out that it does not work the buyer's premium should allow you to bring the item back for a refund of the bid price. The buyer's premium should be an insurance policy, not an extra 10% fee for Hessney. I would waive insurance if I could waive the fee. But to waive any insurance and still pay a fee above an beyond your bid price is just thievery.

We sent a HUGE amount of quality and everyday items to be auctioned in April of 2019…read more Never received a penny from them for our items. "The check is in the mail..." Took them to small claims in the city of Ithaca August 22, 2019 and won. Mr. Glen Dishmon (owner) agreed to meet us within 30 minutes to pay the money awarded and never followed through. Now headed to file a judgement and then liens on his business etc. This is NOT how our industry should be represented. Buyers and sellers beware.

Bought art from Phoenix Auction Ithica NY in early June '19 under the Invaluable umbrella. Not…read moredelivered and no contact. Called. Told me they were just doing someone a favor and din't have the piece and couldn't get it. Not clear to be that the art even existed. Called several more times. Phoenix made ZERO effort to make good on this. Two months have gone by and I feel scammed. Take your chances folks.

they had on auction championship sports rings, you never, ever, see the collection they offered!!!…read morei ended up winning 14 different championship sports rings from their auction!!! the 1st weekday after the auction ended, terri took my 14 rings to a local ups store to have them packed up and shipped to me as soon as i let the ups store know how i wanted them shipped to me!!! i've bid on alot of different auctions in my life but that was the 1st time someone offered that service to me!!! i contacted the ups store- had them sent next day air to me, they arrived the next day beautifully packaged up and delivered on time!!! very, very impressed with the auction house as well as the ups store!!!

Hands down, just a great company. The attention to detail and individual service resulted in…read moresuccess way beyond what we had expected! They do their research and make suggestions on how to maximize returns.

DO NOT USE Bernie!!!!! once you get past the geriatric shoes and the compression socks it just…read moregets worse. Bernie is the most self important narcissist I have ever met. There is NOBODY that likes Bernie more than himself. he doesn't have time for you and your questions nor concerns. he will tell you that you are the only one in his 37 year career that has any concerns or questions. He over promises and I would like to say under preforms. But underperforming is way much more than what actually happens. He will tell you that he can bring more. But that doesn't happen. He tells you he markets worlwide. No. Just because he sold a house to a guy in Aruba that doesn't mean he was from there. The guy was on vacation from Baldwinsville. His client base is not the "rich people " he claims to have. The bidders are his followers who are simply there to get a deal. And when they leave he then sells the good stuff to his employees at pennies on the dollar. Preperation for the auction only started in the morning of the auction that started at 10Am. HE HAD NO IDEA WHAT I HAD FOR SALE. During the auction I personally caught his trusted clients stealing from me. People were just walking away with my property. oh yeah. without paying. The auction? If you are DEAD and he is selling your estate. Well go for it. IF you're alive DONT DO IT! Over promise under preform? Literally came in at $200k less than what I calculated as a lowball figure. House went for $175k less than what a realtor could have gotten within 5 days on the market guaranteed by the realtor. Pickup trucks with plows went for 1/2 of WHOLESALERS price. equipment, guns, and all high dollar items fractions of value. 1/3 of the household goods never even made it to the auction. high dollar items were still there. He literally was selling shit for the last 4 hours to 3 people. Bidding a dollar for expensive items. Then his employees started gathering stuff up. And yes. They bought shit for a dollar. Brzosteck is a crook. Looking to make as much money for himself as possible so he can retire. Do yourself a favor sell your stuff yourself.

I recently attended an auction run by Brzostek's. His mic was on prior to the start so all his…read moreconversations could be heard by everyone. In my opinion and those of several people within earshot, he was often rude in his comments, particularly concerning 2 young Amish men he was speaking to. At one point, a women he obviously knew was fanning herself and he was disturbed by it. The interaction between the two of them was very uncomfortable to witness. His forbidding her to use the fan and her continuing to do so to the point he approached her and attempted to take the fan. Additionally, it was very difficult to see the current item up for bid as the staff stood in one spot with the items held at their mid section. With so many people seated in front of you, even bobbing and weaving your head, you could rarely see the item. He often barked orders at his staff, again a behavior that was uncomfortable to witness. Not sure I'd sit through another 6 hours of his auction.

I had friends says it's expensive but it's not really a thrift store. It's more collectibles and…read moreantiques. So if you're looking for some busted old stuff. They have legitimately nice stuff. So I would go here if you're looking to pay dept store prices but want something rare and nice. Sure there's a few really nice priced items. Think more like a $5000 vintage Italian dining set for $1200. They have a lot of really great midcentury modern pieces. Some high end designer furniture. Sophisticated wood bending techniques. I would honestly rather spend money here. I just saw a lot of styles I haven't seen in a while. There plenty of items in the lower range too Lots of clothes, I'll be honest, I didn't look. Their music section in back has some great vinyl, posters, signed stuff. It was pretty busy for being in such of an out of the way location, but the mural walk is there too and the site is going to be a $38M development soon. Definitely checkout some of their one in a kind/limited pieces. Feels like a furniture museum.

Came here for the first time. Over an hour drive but so worth it. So many treasures and the staff…read moreare incredible. Will be back.

Matt, his Mom, and Dad, have always run a First Class Auction. I frequent them often, and it is…read morealways a Great experience!!!!!

Found Lambrecht through Facebook and I'm so glad I did! Our first auction was for an estate…read more Everything was described properly on their auction site. You can tell they do their best to make sure you're fully informed of any problems or issues. Our second auction was for building materials which everything was fully photographed and described perfectly. Not only is everyone there professional but they have your order together, ready to go and they load your truck!!! Highly recommend Lambrecht Auctions!

They keep adding a minute after minute to the timer when the bid was supposed end! It's 10pm! I…read moredon't have time to keep staying up just for your greed!! Schedule a end time and stick with it! Quit playing

If you choose Spartan Auctions, you know you are in good hands.  Not only is Jeremy extremely…read moreprofessional and knowledgeable, he is friendly and honest. Jeremy does his research, and will be upfront with you about whether an item has value, and if it will be worth the effort to put up for auction. There are not enough businesses that go above and beyond for their customers. Jeremy came out to our storage locker, helped move items to take pictures, and helped move items back until they were ready for auction. I can't say enough about Spartan Auctions. Jeremy took the time out of his busy schedule to answer any questions, either by call, text, or email. He truly cares about his customers. Hands down FIVE STARS! You won't be disappointed!

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I recently brought in some gold scrap to Chris Young in Ithaca. He weighed it and low-balled me,…read moreand when I went to leave, he said he didn't want me to leave. There were several tradespeople working on his door, which made me nervous about negotiating with him. He then offered me double. I should have left, but I thought he was honest. I was wrong. I went back first thing Saturday after being there 1:30 pm the day before and asked for my items back. I thought since I have done business with him several times, he would do the right thing, I was wrong. He lied and said they were spoken for (dental scrap) then said they were shipped out. He lied about what he sold it to me for, saying he calculated it at 10kt (he never tested it and more than likely it was 20kt), and I said fine lets see what that amount is... And when I calculated it at what he said and showed him it was more than what he gave me, he made another excuse. Not only am I pissed at being ripped off, but I thought I found someone who was trustworthy to do business with. He is not! Go elsewhere. I could say more, but this is plenty. I'm happy to back up every word - Just go elsewhere.

From the owner: Christopher Young Coins, a coin dealer in Ithaca, NY, caters to both collectors and investors. They…read morespecialize in rare U.S. coins and jewelry, leveraging their expertise to help clients acquire valuable pieces. Young’s Coins prides itself on meticulous research, transparent valuations, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. We also provide appraisal services for jewelry, antiques, currency, watches, gold and silver bullion.