Foreign auctions. The most expensive and rare auction lots from around the world (34 photos)

Are you unhappy with eBay and are looking for an alternative? You are lucky, we are ready to present to your attention the largest online auctions in the world and more

Hello, dear friends. Today we will talk about online auctions and making money from them. Auctions are a dime a dozen on the World Wide Web, and their number is growing every day. But finding worthy projects that have existed for quite a long time, on which people from all over the world trade (which means it will be easier to turn goods into money) and so that they are allowed to sell goods from the CIS, is not an easy task.

Of course, just like any market has a monopolist, the online auction market has its own undisputed leader. It is none other than the world famous - eBay. However, despite the popularity of this online auction, there are quite a lot of dissatisfied people. This is due to the not very ideal system for searching for goods, various restrictions and, in general, the often incomprehensible policy that the auction follows. For these and not only reasons, people are looking for some kind of alternative.

That is why today I will not tell you how to make money at online auctions, what are the best products to sell, etc. Today I will present to your attention a list of the largest online auctions in the world, where they really do everything to ensure that you sell your goods.

Top online auctions

1. Etsy.

3. Artfire.

4. Bidstart.

5.Ebid.

6. Ioffer.

The list turned out to be small and maybe others would add a few more projects here, but I recommend these auctions to you and believe me, for good reason.

All of the above sites are in English and this is the first problem (of course, this is not a problem for everyone) that you will encounter. The Google Chrome browser will help you solve it, which has the ability to translate pages into Russian (see screenshot below), although it does not translate very accurately, but you will be able to grasp the essence of what is written, and this will be quite enough.

Now about people who are completely satisfied with eBay, good with sales, etc. You probably read the article and thought that you wasted your time and you don’t really need this list. Here you are a little mistaken, as you never know what force majeure situation is waiting for you around the corner, especially when dealing with a foreign auction. They will block your account, they won’t really explain the reason, and you won’t be able to prove anything to anyone. That's when you'll be looking for this list of alternative online auctions.

Basically, that's all I wanted to tell you today. If you have questions, leave them in the comments. , there is still a lot of useful information ahead. and receive cash prizes!

“People don't buy for logical reasons. They buy for emotional reasons."

(With) Zig Ziglar

Coin collecting and numismatics are very similar concepts that have some differences. The second definition characterizes the science that studies the coinage of metal money and the history of monetary circulation in various countries.
Collecting can be very different. This is a collection of coins, which is based on the selection of any characteristics that they possess. Samples that are made from unique materials, have exclusive technology, are dedicated to a memorable event, or have significant historical value have long been valued.
A community of collectors is people united by common interests and lifestyle. The global network reduces distances. An online coin auction is a place where you can meet like-minded people, interesting, educational information and, of course, a large number of unique and high-quality coins.
the site is an online auction of coins and other antiques, which is happy to welcome every visitor, regardless of the purpose of his visit. The functionality that our website is equipped with allows you to carry out both the online sale of coins at auction and the study of a high-quality and comprehensively developed numismatic catalog of coins.
Ours opens up wide opportunities for all visitors. Go to the section you are interested in and see for yourself!

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At most foreign auctions or trading platforms, you can find and buy, as well as sell many things and goods. A huge thematic selection of sections and headings in each foreign online auction. Auction categories include Miscellaneous Collectibles: Art, Antiques, Books, Used Books, Vintage & Retro, Fashion & Beauty, Music, Movies, Phones & Accessories, Electronics & Appliances, Home & Sports.

Catalog of auctions and trading platforms for electronic trading in Germany, Holland, England, France and Europe.

Foreign electronic auctions

List of open and closed (compulsory membership) foreign electronic auctions or auctions in electronic form.
Auction documentation is published only in the language of the country conducting the auction, some are available in English. site version.
Full information about the subject of the auction, the conditions and procedure for its conduct, the conditions and the minimum auction step rate are always published. In some cases, when participating in an auction, participants receive not only an electronic notification, but also, if the auction is well-known, then they receive an invitation letter with the personal number of the bidder.
An electronic auction is the same procurement, only it takes place entirely in electronic form, where the participating customer can participate in the electronic auction, purchasing goods/things, works and services from a variety of current offers, and from many participants.
You are presented with a List of electronic trading platforms and their sites where tenders and electronic trading are held. List of selected operators of specialized electronic platforms.
All foreign Electronic trading platforms have a number of functions: selection of purchases depending on the filter set at the auction, search for auctions to participate in auctions on your topic.

Antiques auctions

Online auctions: selling and buying antiques, art and collectibles in Germany and Europe. You can easily purchase items from different times and even centuries. An online auction is not only the sale and purchase of antiques, but also a whole social network for antique dealers and collectors.
The best trading platforms and auctions for electronic trading with rare and antique items.
List of online auctions of antique, vintage and retro items. The lots contain expensive antiques and the oldest collectible works of art in Europe. Search for lots in the catalog by categories and words. Internet sites of the most popular and advanced European auctions for the sale of antiques.
Online services for true connoisseurs of beauty and value. Sale and purchase of antiques, art and collectibles. Search for lots in the catalog by categories and keywords. Categories of foreign auctions.
You can Subscribe to new Auctions in the Auctions and Bidding section. No registration required, just add our site to your browser bookmarks.

Equipment auctions

Online auctions of appliances and kitchen products. Goods with express delivery, there are also unique lots of rare and rare household appliances that belonged to famous families and people.
All auctions are easy to register for both buyer and seller. Here are auctions of any equipment not only for beginners, but also for professionals in auctioning. A catalog of gambling auctions with bids ranging from a few cents to increments of several thousand euros.

Auction announcements for the sale of special machinery and equipment

Scandinavian online auctions are a type of auction where you buy bids and spend them while bidding for any items. Bidding starts with ridiculous and unrealistic prices, for example, a smartphone for 10 cents, and gradually the rates increase. The one who made the last bet wins. You can also buy agricultural equipment, decommissioned military equipment at the best prices at bankruptcy auctions.
Auction announcements for the sale of special machinery and technical equipment provided by state companies and customs services are also interesting.

German, English, Swiss, Dutch and other European auctions

European auctions for the sale of new and used cars, equipment, paintings, wine, medals, antiques. Opportunity to purchase many new and used items, as well as rare and original goods. Each foreign online auction is distinguished by the thematic choice of sections and headings of the items presented there. Our list of foreign auctions includes:
☑German auctions,
☑Swiss auctions,
☑English/British auctions,
☑Dutch auctions,
☑Scandinavian auctions,
☑Belgian auctions,
☑Austrian auctions,
☑Swedish auctions,
☑Swiss auctions,
☑American auctions,
☑Polish and other international auctions.

Headings/sections of online auctions and electronic trading

In the sections of auctions and electronic trading, you can find any thing for every taste, color and budget. Trading platforms give you the opportunity not only to buy profitably, but also to sell at a good price an item that you do not need and seems to be of no value. If you are interested, you can select the Auction or Trading section:
☑Sale and purchase of antiques,
☑modern and antique art objects,
☑furniture, wood products,
☑lots with paintings, cards, letters,
☑commemorative posters and cards signed by stars,
☑auctions of gold, silver and copper coins
☑trades of used household items,
☑banknotes, banknotes, bills and bonds,
☑porcelain figurines and ceramic figurines,
☑ceramics and glass items
☑paintings from Europe and Asia,
☑cars, vintage cars, single copies of cars at auctions,
☑auctions of motorcycles and rare vehicles,
☑auctions for pedigree breeders of horses and other animals,
☑auctions of jewelry and products made of precious metals,
☑trading all types of watches made of various materials,
☑industrial auctions and auctions of heavy and light industry,
☑auctions of jobs and employment vacancies,
☑handmade and homemade goods for sale via electronic trading,
☑auctions of tools and equipment,
☑stamps and posters, stickers and badges,
☑books and scrolls, manuscripts and autographs,
☑fan items from pop and rock music artists,
☑military uniforms and uniform items,
☑sports items and fashionable clothing accessories,
☑decor for rooms and gardens,
☑retro/vintage and modern shoes, clothing and accessories
☑auctions of models, toys and much more.

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Auction sales are becoming more and more popular every year, attracting the attention of not only professionals and collectors, but also the world media and the general public. Auctions as a type of commission trading originated in the 13th century in Europe, and now online trading is in great demand.

Traditionally, there are two types of auctions: English and Dutch. Now the English type of bidding is the most common: it involves a predetermined minimum price, which changes upward at the initiative of buyers. The product goes to the one who assigned the maximum price to it.

The Dutch auction has the opposite principle. It starts with the highest acceptable price of the product, which gradually decreases. The product goes to the one who manages to “intercept” it. This type of trading is often used when it is necessary to sell flowers, fish, tobacco and some other goods that require quick sale.

The most prestigious and expensive are auctions where exclusive goods are sold, such as antiques, historical rarities, masterpieces of art and collectibles. Below you can find a list of the most popular auctions in the world. Among them there are virtual trading platforms, impressive with their variety of goods offered.

Auction house Christie's

This trading house was founded by James Christie, the first sale took place in London in 1766. Entire collections of jewelry and artistic masterpieces belonging to members of royal families and members of the upper class were sold here. From time to time, some items from the national heritage of Great Britain appear at auction. It is believed that it was James Christie who turned the ordinary trade in antiques into an art.

Auction house Sotheby's

This auction was founded by London bookseller Samuel Baker. The debut auction took place in 1744, when Baker published the first catalog of rare books indicating fixed prices. For a whole century, the company specialized only in literary works, so auctions took place in almost all famous libraries in the United Kingdom.

At first, Sotheby's was a closed “club”, in which only members of aristocratic society worked. The auction went through bankruptcy, after which it was acquired in 1983 by US businessman Alfred Taubman. Now Sotheby's includes over a hundred offices all over the world, and auctions are held not only for rare and valuable books, but also for works of art.

Auction house Bonhams

This is one of the largest and most versatile auction houses in the world. Created thanks to the efforts of Thomas Dodd and Walter Bonham in 1793. In 2000, it was sold to the Brooks auction house, after which the company was named Bonhams & Brooks. Today, this auction features lots of 70 different categories, including paintings, cars, musical instruments, wines, carpets and design objects.

Auction house Dorotheum

In German-speaking countries this auction is probably the largest and most respected. It was created by Austrian Emperor Joseph I in 1707 and is now Vienna's most popular cultural institution. The trading house got its name from the monastery, which it moved to at the end of the 18th century. Each year, the Dorotheum auction house carries out approximately 600 auctions.

Auction house McDougall

This is the only auction that exclusively presents works of Russian and Slavic fine art. Bidding is constantly carried out here, with paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries serving as lots. The auction house is also famous for setting several records for the sale of Soviet nonconformist art. As a rule, auctions are held twice a year.

Online auction e-Bay

The leading online auction platform. Here you can buy almost anything; the abundance of goods presented is amazing. In addition, the cost of the products is much less than in stores. Lots put up for auction are always accompanied by several photographs, there are detailed descriptions of the goods and customer reviews. Also, absolutely anyone can put anything up for sale, as well as purchase anything, regardless of their place of residence. All you need to do is complete the registration procedure; you do not need to make any membership fees or pay a subscription fee.

The most expensive item purchased at an online auction was a used jet aircraft. It was bought for $5 million. Also, the island of Thatch Cay, located in the Caribbean Sea, was sold at a high price - it was sold in parts, for each of which they paid one million dollars.

Online auction Bidz.com

Jewelry and decorations are sold here. Mostly new luxury items are presented, but you can also find used jewelry. The cost of the goods offered usually does not exceed 15 percent of the stated retail prices of the manufacturers.

Auction records

Sooner or later, every numismatist faces the question of where and how best to sell or buy a coin. Of course, the easiest way is to go to the market, to a numismatic store or to collectors' gathering places. But this was relevant 20 years ago - today auctions, including those held on the Internet, are in the lead.

Of course, in this case (as in any other) there may be a risk of buying a fake, so we conducted research and prepared a review of the most famous and reputable auctions.

The best auctions for numismatists

Auction “ANUMIS”

It all started in 2001, when the first full-fledged printed catalog of coins with prices appeared, published by the Konros publishing house. At the same time, the auction house was going to begin developing its own Internet platform, but at first it remained not particularly visited for a long time. At that time, the first large Russian Internet trading platform, molotok.ru (now closed), ruled the Internet. Finally, by the end of 2002, after holding a number of weekly online auctions, https://auction.conros.ru/ became a truly in-demand and popular resource among numismatists.

Today, all coins offered by Conros as lots, and after the sale, go to the new owner with a guarantee of authenticity from the trading house. Today, this Internet resource attracts about 2500-3000 unique Internet users every day, which indicates its relevance and popularity.

To participate in the auction, you must register by indicating the exact postal address with zip code and contact phone number; after checking the data, you will be given the opportunity to place bids at the current auction. The commission from the buyer is 10-15% of the lot price based on the auction results, and the seller is charged 15% of the sale price of the lot. In addition to weekly Internet auctions, Conros also conducts monthly and semi-annual (the latter are held in St. Petersburg) auctions.

Auction “Wolmar”

There are 2 types of auctions offered here: VIP - for investment, rare, collectible coins, as well as awards and medals (lot cost - over 1000 rubles). Standard type auctions are organized for inexpensive coins from different countries and periods. In both cases A 10% commission is charged from the seller and buyer. You can also sell antiques here - separate auctions are organized for this.

Auction “Efimok”

Volmar's main rival is also working since 2006.

He conducted more than 180 auctions; to participate in the auction you must be over 18 years old and pre-register on the website www.efimok.ru, be sure to indicate a contact phone number and postal address. The final price of the lot includes the cost commission (10%) and postage.

Auction “Hermes”

It has been operating on the Internet since 2010 and has established itself very well among numismatists.

Auction “Numismatist”

Internet project www.numismat.ru also conducts auctions more than 90 times.

Here they accept materials for auctions 2.5 months before they are held, after which a very high-quality color catalog of lots is prepared. The commission is 15% of the final cost of the lot achieved as a result of trading. You can also sell medals here.

Auction “NumizRus”

The price of the lot includes the maximum offered price, commission (10%) and shipping costs. You can pay for and pick up the won lot at the Moscow office. Delivery is carried out only on the territory of the Russian Federation. Lots are sent to the buyer after 100% prepayment, and the costs of transferring money for purchased lots are borne by the buyer.

Auction “RusNumismat”

Also, auctions, and not only on the Internet, are conducted by LLC " Russian Numismatic House» (www.rusnumismat.ru) – not only coins, table medals and banknotes are put up for sale, but also awards, antiques and old and rare books.

More than 40 auctions have already been held, in order to participate in which you need to register freely and pay a commission fee based on the results of the auction - it amounts to 5-10 percent and is charged to both the buyer and the seller.

This is one of the very first and largest Internet trading platforms, which began its activities back in 2000. However, despite its enormous popularity, the risk of running into a fake is higher here than on highly specialized sites.

Other auctions

Additionally, it is worth saying that many large Internet resources for numismatists, in addition to those indicated, also have their own stores and coin auctions - these are “Russian Coin”, the newspaper “Treasure Hunter and Gold Miner” and others.

Among the “live” (off the Internet) auctions can be noted from the house “Alexander”, the company “Coins and Medals”, the company “Gelos” - they are held both in Russia (the first two) and in Europe (“Gelos”).

The most famous in the USA are auctions of Dmitry Markov(“Markovsky”), held annually in early January, this is where prices for Russian coins are determined for the entire year. By the way, they usually coincide with one of the main events in the world of numismatics – the International Numismatic Show, held in New York.

Today, unlike the 80s or 90s of the last century, buying or selling a coin is not a problem. Abroad, almost every numismatic store has its own auction, and today Russian portals have picked up this trend, which indicates the active development of the coin business in the country. If you want to sell coins yourself, then watch the video instructions on how to do it.