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Accessories - General

Accessories take virtually every conceivable form, from those created for strict utility such as everyday reading glasses to pieces born out of pure extravagance like jeweled crowns worn by royalty. Whether rooted in practical simplicity or opulent glamour, vintage accessories tell the stories of past owners, offer a window into history, and provide fuel for many a collector's obsession.

For some, accessories are the co-stars of the fashion world, playing second fiddle to clothing and apparel items. Their sole purpose is to pull together a look and add just the right finishing touches. For others, accessories not only communicate pulled-together polish, they allow for an individual expression of taste.

There are accessories auctions with something for every collectible inclination. Auctions range from items of broad interest like the personal possessions of celebrities and notable public figures to objects appealing to collectors of things arcane.


Quick Facts

  • A pair of opera glasses used by Abraham Lincoln when he was assassinated at Ford's Theatre in 1865 went under the hammer in 2011 and set a record: $424,000
  • A diamond-encrusted tiara given to Elizabeth Taylor by her husband Mike Todd sold at a 2011 Christie's auction for $4.2 million, more than 50 times its high estimate
  • In August 2015, Graceland Auctions sold an Elvis Presley-owned silver metal set of monogrammed cufflinks and tie tack made by Sarah Coventry for $4,500

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AFTER FABERGE DIAMOND GREEN BLUE GUILLOCHE ENAMEL HEAVY 14K GOLD CIGAR TUBE W BOX
May 03, 12:00 PM EDT
AFTER FABERGE DIAMOND GREEN BLUE GUILLOCHE ENAMEL HEAVY 14K GOLD CIGAR TUBE W BOX
by Hess Fine Art
Est: $15,000- $20,000
$32513 Bids
Leque com pano em seda bordado com lantejoulas douradas.
Apr 30, 7:00 PM WEST
Leque com pano em seda bordado com lantejoulas douradas.
by Palácio do Correio Velho
Est: €40- €80
€1808 Bids
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ANTIQUE MOTHER OF PEARL CLAD CARD CASE WITH UNMARKED GOLD TONE CARTOUCHE 
May 01, 9:00 AM AEST
ANTIQUE MOTHER OF PEARL CLAD CARD CASE WITH UNMARKED GOLD TONE CARTOUCHE 
by Albion Antique Auction Centre
Est: AUD10- AUD40
AUD856 Bids
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Lot of Vintage Revlon
Apr 28, 6:00 PM EDT
Lot of Vintage Revlon
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$84 Bids
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Celluloid Makeup Puff, "Houpette Pli" in Original Box, 4 in. (10.2 cm.)
May 04, 5:00 PM CDT
Celluloid Makeup Puff, "Houpette Pli" in Original Box, 4 in. (10.2 cm.)
by Asselmeier May Auctions
Est: $100- $150
$303 Bids
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Tweedie Toiletries for Little Girls
Apr 28, 6:00 PM EDT
Tweedie Toiletries for Little Girls
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$73 Bids
Conjunto de quatro leques de diferentes modelos e dimensões. Restauros, falhas, faltas e defeitos.
Apr 30, 7:00 PM WEST
Conjunto de quatro leques de diferentes modelos e dimensões. Restauros, falhas, faltas e defeitos.
by Palácio do Correio Velho
Est: €50- €100
€703 Bids
TWO FRENCH BRISEE FANS, 19TH CENTURY
Apr 28, 1:00 PM EDT
TWO FRENCH BRISEE FANS, 19TH CENTURY
by Potomack Company
Est: $200- $400
$1002 Bids
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Sterling Silver Keychain
May 01, 10:00 AM EDT
Sterling Silver Keychain
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$32 Bids
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Mac Pherson Los Angeles Show Halter
May 02, 9:00 AM MDT
Mac Pherson Los Angeles Show Halter
by Davis Brothers Auction
Est: $50- $75
$152 Bids
Hippie Era Guitar or Camera Straps
Apr 30, 2:00 PM PDT
Hippie Era Guitar or Camera Straps
by Vidi Vici Gallery
Est: $5- $5,000
$102 Bids
Ventaglio in legno con firme della Famiglia Savoia
Apr 28, 2:00 PM CEST
Ventaglio in legno con firme della Famiglia Savoia
by DAMS Casa d'Aste
Est: €40- €80
€202 Bids
A tortoiseshell style hair tidy. height 20cm
May 04, 7:30 PM AEST
A tortoiseshell style hair tidy. height 20cm
by Lawsons
Est: AUD40- AUD60
AUD202 Bids
(6pc) Vintage Wire Frame & Round Eye Glasses
May 03, 10:00 AM MST
(6pc) Vintage Wire Frame & Round Eye Glasses
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$152 Bids
A Selection of Remedial Knee Accessories marked Storelli, Donjoy etc
May 03, 10:00 AM AEST
A Selection of Remedial Knee Accessories marked Storelli, Donjoy etc
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD252 Bids
Conjunto de cinco leques de diferentes modelos e dimensões. Restauros, faltas, falhas e defeitos.
Apr 30, 7:00 PM WEST
Conjunto de cinco leques de diferentes modelos e dimensões. Restauros, faltas, falhas e defeitos.
by Palácio do Correio Velho
Est: €50- €100
€602 Bids
Kuiu Camo Chest Carry Binoculars Case
May 17, 10:00 AM CDT
Kuiu Camo Chest Carry Binoculars Case
by Kraft Auction Service
Est: $0- $0
$251 Bid
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InCase 14” Facet Sleeve
Apr 30, 6:00 PM EDT
InCase 14” Facet Sleeve
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$31 Bid
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InCase 14” Facet Sleeve
Apr 30, 6:00 PM EDT
InCase 14” Facet Sleeve
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$31 Bid
Group of Antique Ladies Accessories
May 08, 10:00 AM CDT
Group of Antique Ladies Accessories
by Neal Auction Company
Est: $50- $75
$101 Bid
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Montana Horse Hair Frontier Stagecoach Gloves
May 02, 9:00 AM MDT
Montana Horse Hair Frontier Stagecoach Gloves
by Davis Brothers Auction
Est: $50- $75
$101 Bid
AN ANTIQUE GOLD KALEIDOSCOPE PROBABLY FRENCH
Apr 30, 9:30 AM BST
AN ANTIQUE GOLD KALEIDOSCOPE PROBABLY FRENCH
by Elstob Auctioneers
Est: £400- £600
£2201 Bid

Sellers Who Sell Accessories - General


Ansorena

Ansorena

Omni Auction Corp

Omni Auction Corp

Apple Tree Auction Center

Apple Tree Auction Center

Veilinghuis Van Spengen

Veilinghuis Van Spengen