Walnut Hill Auctions is honored to represent the family of a historic Middlesex Co., VA farm as they open their archives to share the rich history of Middlesex County and the Bristow – Eastman families along with generations of belonging through this online auction. A partial listing of featured items includes dozens of Salt Glazed Stoneware pottery pieces led in size and rarity by a 16 gallon Reppert with stunning cobalt design and a large, highly decorated Pitcher. Other items include Civil War Letters, Farm Equipment: 1,000 gallon Oil Tank, WORKSAVER Post Driver, Elec-Trak Mower, antique Grain Drill, Antique Corn Sheller Furniture: Victorian Walnut Beds and Dressers, early 1800’s Walnut Demilune Tables, Plantation Desks, Walnut Tilt and Side Tables, Inlaid Game Table, Corner Cabinet with early green paint, Iron Beds, 8 Tin Pie Safe, Bookshelves, Desks, Sideboard, Hanging Shelves, Washstands, Victorian Sofas, Chests of Drawers. Miscellaneous: Sterling Silver, Unusual Signal Lantern, Indian Chief and other Busts, Vaseline Glass, Gas Slag Glass Lamp, Museum Quality Topsy Turvy Doll, Clark’s Spool Cabinet, Antique Dress Form, undistributed WW II era Civilian Defense Posters, Political Items, Flags, Coverlets and Quilts, Clocks, Oil Lamps, Trains, Wood Advertising Boxes including Texaco, Esso Oil Can, Primitive Davis Swing Churn, Advertising Signs, Antique Baskets, Clark’s Teaberry Gum Display, Antique Fishing Rods, Wade Pottery and Occupied Japan Figurines, Hot Point Salesman’s Collection, Pattern Glass, Depression Glass, Oil on Canvas Paintings, Tobacco Tins, Piedmont Cigarette Cards, Bear Skin Gloves, Vintage Pennants, Farmhouse Sinks and Tubs, Cedar Shakes, Fireplace Mantles, Wrought Iron Patio Set, CB Radios, Holiday and Garden Décor. Local Interest: Includes 1893 Columbian Exposition Award Medal, Rosegill Farm Milk Bottle, Bristow – Eastman Pictures and Letters, Bristow Trunk, Advertising Yard Sticks, Ledgers and Debt Notices, Weems Steamboat Co Freight Receipt, Gloucester Co Treasurer Receipt, Signed Stoneware, Shipping Crates Marked Burton’s Wharf and Urbanna, Tools and Tool Stamp marked Easton, Bristow-Eastman Books, Middlesex Notary Presses, Establishment of Topping Post Office. Books: Bibles dated to 1830s, Leatherbound Shakespeare, Edgar Allen Poe, Longfellow, Uncle Tom’s Cabin, The Call of the Wild, Gone with the Wind, 1903 Official Registrar of the United States, Department of Agriculture, Congressional Records, VA Acts of Assembly, Legal and Banking Yearbooks, 1873 Code of Virginia, Memorial Addresses, History of the World War, Antique Medical.
Terms: A 15% Buyer’s Premium and 5.3% VA Sales Tax will be added to each purchase.
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Walnut Hill Auctions, Carolyn Extine VAAL # 4877. Member, Virginia Auctioneer’s Association and National Auction Association. (757) 846-8620 or info@WalnutHillAuctions.com.
This sale is a timed, online only auction with a live preview option.
Terms and Conditions: It is recommended you read the full terms and conditions of each sale, as they may change. By placing a bid you agree to be bound by those terms and conditions, including any amendment made up to the start of the sale, and form a contract between yourself as the purchaser, the seller, and Walnut Hill Auctions.
Merchandise:
All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, WITHOUT GUARANTEE. We do our best to properly identify items and our descriptions are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed. We will answer questions concerning condition, color, size, or age of an item, but these are simply opinions and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee. It is the bidder's responsibility to identify the nature, condition, and state of title for items purchased at the auction. Walnut Hill Auctions is not responsible for errors or omissions. There will be no returns or refunds.
We test all gemstones using industry-grade testers. Gem testers may not differentiate between natural and synthetic stones. Many gemstones have similar properties and could potentially be a different stone than listed. Based off of the tester readings, we do our best to determine the proper stone and authenticity, however we are not GIA Certified Gemologists.
Preview: Property is open for inspection the evening before the sale. Additional times may be available. As a registered bidder, you are encouraged to inspect all items before bidding. It is up to the bidder to determine age and authenticity. As the bidder, you accept all responsibility for risks or damage or loss to property, person, or merchandise and agree to exert due diligence in the care of Seller's home or location. You will be responsible for repair for any damaged property or injury to self or others. In no case will Walnut Hill Auctions be held responsible for condition, age, warranties, or certifications of use.
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All items are considered to be sold with reserve, unless identified as absolute.
Auctioneer reserves the right to reopen or close an auction when an unforeseen interruption to the auction occurs. Auctioneer and Auction Company are not responsible for power outages or other service disruptions that may cause bidding errors, lapses, or end a sale early. The auctioneer has the sole discretion to manage the bidding, including to advance or reject any bid. The Auctioneer is the final authority on any bidding dispute.
The Auctioneer has the right to place bids for themself, their family, employees, or the bidding community.
Buyers Premium:
A buyer’s premium of 15% will be added to each successful bid.
Sales Tax:
Virginia sales tax of 5.3% will be charged on all items unless the buyer provides a valid sales tax exemption form ST-10. VA law requires that dealers have a current signed VA Department of Taxation Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption on file with us. Sales tax exemption must be claimed and your form presented by 5 p.m. on the auction closing date. Your form must be EMAILED to info@WalnutHillAuctions. If it is not received by 5 p.m. on the day of the auction, you will be charged tax.
Sales tax may be higher if the sale is in an area that has a higher tax rate.
Payment:
The card that you register with will be charged immediately upon the close of auction. Winning totals over $1,000 require payment via wire transfer unless you have a previously established relationship with Walnut Hill Auctions and the action is approved by the Auctioneer. No items will be removed prior to cleared payment in full.
Pick Up:
Pick up is by appointment only and you will receive a text to schedule your time after the auction concludes. We suggest bringing your invoice to ensure you collect all your items. Walnut Hill Auctions is not responsible for items left behind, even if our staff assists with loading. Please compare your invoice and items collected before you leave. Bring help to load; we like to help but do not guarantee to have staff on hand to help you load items. By bidding, you agree that all selling parties (Seller, Walnut Hill Auctions, and BidWrangler) are not liable for any and all accidents or injuries on sale property. You will be responsible for damage or injury you cause to property and people during pickup.
PICK UP DAY: and hours are listed within the auction details, usually as the Saturday after the auction ends.
Pick up notes:
- We highly encourage you to check your invoice to ensure you have collected all of your items before leaving. We don't want you to accidentally leave anything behind. It is your responsibility to ensure you have all the items you paid for. Items left behind are considered abandoned and become the property of Walnut Hill Auctions, with authority to resell or donate as deemed appropriate.
- If you purchase a "lot" of multiple items or boxes, you must take ALL items with you. We do not have trash facilities on premises for unwanted items.
Shipping:
We ship most items inhouse. Shipping may take up to 3 weeks, depending on the size of the auction. You will be billed separately for the cost of postage, insurance, and a handling fee. Shipping must be paid in advance of shipment. All items must carry insurance at buyer's expense. We do not ship highly fragile items, large items, or furniture.
If you have questions as to whether an item can be shipped, please contact us before you bid.
Additional terms and conditions:
- Additional terms may apply to any specific auction.
- Please be sure to read all notices and terms for EACH auction, they may differ from sale to sale.
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