Auction Details
The Raleigh-Durham Collectors Estate presents 408 lots spanning fine porcelain, sterling silver, crystal, coins, and original artwork. Porcelain highlights include Bernardaud Limoges dinner services, Wedgwood bone china, Minton majolica, and Royal Doulton figurines. Crystal offerings feature Baccarat stemware and Swarovski decorative pieces, alongside extensive groupings of cut crystal and serving items.
Sterling silver is led by Gorham flatware in multiple patterns, including extensive service sets, serving pieces, and specialty forms. Additional silver includes forks, spoons, knives, platters, and hollowware, as well as silver plated wares in traditional designs. The depth of service pieces and matched sets makes this sale particularly strong for collectors building or expanding formal table settings.
Numismatic selections include Morgan and Peace silver dollars, Carson City issues, and US currency notes. The sale opens with original artwork by Joseph Sherly Sheppard and continues with ceramics, glass, and decorative accessories throughout. This is a focused, brand driven estate with strength in recognizable makers and collectible categories.