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Des Moines, Iowa Heavy Equipment Auction

Last Updated on Friday, 21 May 2010 02:40 Written by a2e Friday, 21 May 2010 02:40

Cat Auction Services, recognized the world over for its commitment to building customer loyalty, has announced it will hold an unreserved public auction in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday, June 17. Coming on the heels of auctions in Houston, Texas, and the Twin Cities, Minn., the Iowa auction returns Cat Auction Services to the city of its inaugural auction in late 2008. The event will be held at McAninch Corporation (4001 Delaware Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa) and will include a broad assortment of heavy equipment from a number of manufacturers. The auction will begin at 9 a.m. local time.

Featuring a wide variety of excavators, track-type tractors, ag tractors, loaders and trucks, among other equipment, the Des Moines event is expected to draw bidders from across the United States and around the world. Interested buyers are invited to view the entire equipment list online prior to the event by visiting www.catauctions.com. Real-time online bidding will be available on the day of the auction through the company’s website. Participants are invited to register early and access inspection reports on the equipment.

Cat Auction Services President Rick Albin said, “We’re thrilled to be coming back to Des Moines to the site where we kicked everything off a year-and-a-half ago. As a company, we’ve come a long way in a short amount of time — our audiences have grown significantly larger, we’ve drastically improved our online bidding system and the services and products we provide have expanded. But our commitment to providing buyers and sellers with the best auction experience possible has not — and will not — change.”

Albin noted that the feedback the company has received surrounding its auction-theater setup and innovative Leaderboard™ display has been very positive. “We’re hitting all of our targets and the support we’ve received from buyers and sellers alike reinforces the fact that we’re delivering on our promise to provide great value to all involved. Our offerings — including our detailed inspection reports and warranty options — quite simply have no equal. And the wide range of exclusive Caterpillar services we provide give our buyers more options, more flexibility and more confidence than anyone else can provide.” Albin stated that more than 230 pieces of equipment have been consigned to the Iowa auction and more items are being added weekly — many of which qualify for an extended Equipment Protection Plan.

In addition to offering on-site bidding, Cat auctions attract thousands of bidders online. Through Cat Auction Services’ proprietary online bidding system, the company is able to tailor the experience to match that of its on-site participants. Albin said, “Honestly, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of an on-site auction — it’s an exciting, fast-paced event. But recognizing that a huge number of our customers are following us online, we’ve done absolutely everything in our power to bring that level of energy to the Internet, ensuring everyone is a part of the action.”

Cat Auction Services entered the heavy equipment auction arena in late 2008 and has been active across the country. Reviews from all corners have been positive, and the auctions have drawn buyers from 49 states and nearly three dozen countries.

By conducting auctions that provide value to both the buyers and sellers, Cat Auction Services complements and enhances the relationship between Cat dealers and their customers. Cat Auction Services was formed through a unique partnership of Cat dealers with the endorsement of Caterpillar, Inc. The addition of a proprietary auction arm to the portfolio of services available to Cat customers and others in the heavy equipment industry builds upon the company’s existing customer loyalty. More information about the company can be found at www.catauctions.com

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Lewis & Maese Auction Company: Lewis & Maese May 5th Fine Arts Auction

Last Updated on Monday, 3 May 2010 08:20 Written by a2e Monday, 3 May 2010 08:20

Lewis And; Maese May 5th Fine Arts Auction
May 5, 2010, 6:30 PM CST
Lewis And; Maese Auction Company: Houston, TX, US
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Morton Kuehnert Auctioneers & Appraisers: Antiques and Decorative Objects

Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 April 2010 12:20 Written by a2e Tuesday, 13 April 2010 12:20

Antiques and Decorative Objects
Apr 15, 2010, 7:00 PM CST
Morton Kuehnert Auctioneers And; Appraisers: Houston, TX, US
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London Fine Jewellery Auction

Last Updated on Friday, 2 April 2010 04:00 Written by a2e Friday, 2 April 2010 04:00

A magnificent 14.6 carat diamond pendant expected to fetch £200,000 – 300,000 is to be sold at Bonhams, New Bond Street as part of its first Fine Jewellery sale of the year on 21st April 2010.

The sale also features four single stone diamond rings 5.05 carats, E colour, loupe clean; 5.01 carats, D colour, VS1 clarity; 4.74 carats, D colour, VVS1 clarity; and 5.03 carats, G colour, internally flawless, respectively.

It follows Bonhams Jewellery Department’s most successful year ever in 2009 which finished with the December 9 sale – The Art of Jewels: Fine Jewellery and Iconic Gems – in which a natural pearl necklace once belonging to Lady Houston fetched £311,200.

The first sale of fine jewellery in 2010 hopes to imitate this success. Jean Ghika, Director of Bonhams Jewellery Department, says: “We are delighted to be handling such a selection of exceptional diamonds, with estimates ranging from £55,000 – 300,000, as well as a number of rare Art Deco period pieces, for which competition is expected to be fierce.”

Of particular interest is a silver gilt paste and gem-set collar necklace which is similar to the work of the 20th century jeweller Sah Oved. It is expected to fetch £3,000 – 5,000.

Other unique lots include an Art Deco diamond bracelet by Lacloche Frères, circa 1925 (estimate £6,000 – 8,000) and a Van Cleef & Arpels Art Deco diamond, emerald and onyx bracelet (estimate £15,000 – 20,000).

http://www.bonhams.com/jewellery