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Ripley Auctions & Appraisals Specializing in fine art, antiques, jewelry & memorabilia, Ripley Auctions has been serving collectors worldwide since 1991! Authenticity guaranteed.

Internationally marketed auctions presenting select, fresh-to-the-market collections. Live online bidding, real-time audio/video.

10/12/2026

Own a piece of American music history at the Ripley Auctions October 13 Timed . Bidding is open now. Lots begin to close Tuesday, October 13, at 3 p.m. EDT.

Explore photographs capturing the golden era of jazz from the collection of Duncan & Betty Schiedt, featuring musicians including Wes Montgomery and Jelly Roll Morton.

Beyond the jazz collection, browse political campaign buttons, historical photographs, vintage comic books, antique tools, postcards, and more.

October 13 Timed Collectibles Auction - browse the catalog and bid:
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08k1bP0

Bidding is open now. Lots begin to close Tuesday, October 13, at 3 p.m. EDT.

10/09/2026

From a local Indiana estate to a $125,000 auction result 📚

An exceptional first edition of Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species, published in 1859 and preserved in remarkable condition, drew strong interest before selling for $125,000 at Ripley Auctions' September Great Estates Book Auction!

Our specialists are actively seeking similar exceptional consignments for future auctions. Now is the perfect opportunity for collectors, families, and estate representatives to discover what their collections have to offer!

https://na2.hubs.ly/H08hbfK0

Submit your items for auction evaluation: https://www.ripleyauctions.com/sell/appraisal-submission-form/

10/08/2026

🎁 Get a head start on holiday shopping!

October is packed with one-of-a-kind finds at Ripley Auctions. Shop for the book lover, jewelry collector, art enthusiast, history buff, and train lover on your list.

🛍️ Explore our October auctions below:
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08fsfN0

What happens after a collection arrives at Ripley Auctions? From the first drop-off to research, organization, staging, ...
10/07/2026

What happens after a collection arrives at Ripley Auctions? From the first drop-off to research, organization, staging, and the auction floor, there's a lot that goes on behind the scenes.

Elizabeth Ripley Horn, Assistant Director, and Natalia Latham, Inventory Manager, are part of the Fine Arts & Antiques team that takes a collection from arrival to auction. We asked them what that work looks like day to day.

Seen here:
- Natalia tracks Fine Art & Antiques consignments through the auction process.
- Elizabeth researches and catalogs works, identifying details, and writing descriptions.
- Elizabeth positions a painting among other works in the gallery.
- Natalia adjusts a framed work as the gallery takes shape for an auction.

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Read the full story: https://na2.hubs.ly/H08d-jZ0

10/06/2026

Historical ephemera, political memorabilia, vintage and antique advertising take center stage in our fresh-to-market Timed Collectibles Auction ⚠️

Dive deeper and you'll discover unique lots of aviation photography, antique tools, and comic books as well.

🔨 Bidding is now open!
⏳ Lots begin closing Tuesday 10/13 @ 3PM ET
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08d8N30

10/01/2026

What sold at Ripley Auctions in Q3?

📚 Darwin's "On the Origin of Species," 1859 first edition: $156,250
🖼️ Helen Frankenthaler's "Spring Run-XVI": $31,250
💎 Cartier gold panther pendant: $27,500

Watch for more highlights, including shipwreck gold, a Piaget watch, and a Philip & Kelvin LaVerne coffee table.

Explore the full results: https://bit.ly/4y0J4MX

Have something you're considering consigning? We’d love to hear about it.

Note: All sale prices include buyer's premium.

Our September Consignor Inner Circle newsletter is here: https://243477912.hs-sites-na2.com/consignor-inner-circle-news-...
09/30/2026

Our September Consignor Inner Circle newsletter is here: https://243477912.hs-sites-na2.com/consignor-inner-circle-news-september-2026

Inside this issue:
📚 Q3 auction highlights, led by Darwin's first edition selling for $156,250*
🖼️ Behind the scenes with Elizabeth Ripley Horn & Natalia Latham, from arrival to auction
💬 Four questions about estate planning for your collection with attorney Julie Sandler
⌚ Now accepting consignments for our upcoming Fine & Important Watches auction

Whether you're planning your collection's future or considering selling, we invite you to explore this month's stories and opportunities.

Read the full issue: https://243477912.hs-sites-na2.com/consignor-inner-circle-news-september-2026

*Sale price includes buyer’s premium.

09/30/2026

Auction Day is Finally Here!

Bid on a collection if exceptional Western Art, featuring works by John Buxton, Kenneth Riley, Donald Teague, Keith Christie, Steve Devenyns, Daniel Smith, and Curt Mattson.

Also present in the sale are works by Indiana artists such as VJ Cariani, Carl Graf, John Cowan Templeton, Lyle Denney, Wm. Forsyth, Otto Stark, F.F. Brown, Wille Faust, Mae Engron, Rosanna Hall, Marie Goth, and Leota Loop.

💰 Bid at https://na2.hubs.ly/H084tM80 in person and online today at 3PM ET
https://na2.hubs.ly/H084tM90

09/29/2026

Closing today at 3PM ET is a huge single-owner collection of model trains, sci-fi collectibles and memorabilia 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃

Bid on complete sets, passenger cars, anniversary editions, accessories, and even scenery! And if Egyptian Revival and Pharaonic-style decorative objects, sculptures, furniture, and architectural décor are your thing, this auction has all that and more, too.

👨‍⚖ Bid online at https://na2.hubs.ly/H083rPg0
https://na2.hubs.ly/H083rPj0

09/25/2026

A true standout from our Live Jewelry Auction: ot 133, a rare 1941 David Mir for Trifari Eagle Brooch that was almost donated 🦅✨

Explore this piece and more vintage, Victorian and Designer jewelry in our Live Jewelry Auction, bidding now through September 28.

Bidding open now at https://na2.hubs.ly/H07-Nsn0
https://na2.hubs.ly/H07-Nt30

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5451 N Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN
46220

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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