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Announcements of upcoming auctions, catalog reviews, reports and sales results. Current information about major auction houses.

A preview of unique collectible coins is underway at the Hermes auction house, celebrating its 15th anniversary as a leader in the numismatics market. A vast number of gold and silver specimens are on display for visitors, many of which are destined to become true gems in private collections.

The recent Hargesheimer auction featured outstanding examples of Russian decorative and applied arts, which were sold for significant sums. It should be noted that a 25% auction fee and shipping costs must be added to the final price of each lot.

At an auction held in Berlin on June 22, 2024, a historically significant lot was presented – the Order of the White Eagle. This order, of Polish origin, was incorporated into the Russian awards system in 1831 by Emperor Nicholas I.

The recent 137th auction at Hargesheimer featured a variety of interesting lots, from art and antiques to jewelry. The main focus was on porcelain, particularly items from the renowned Meissen manufactory.

In December 2023, the Carsten Zeige auction took place, featuring numerous items from the Third Reich period. This review examines some of the most interesting lots to provide an overview of the current pricing policies in the militaria market.

Various Soviet awards were presented at an auction in Berlin held by the Carsten Zeige auction house. One of the first lots was the 'Mother Heroine' order, whose original gold star attracted the attention of collectors.

The Carsten Zeige auction house, known far beyond Germany, including in Russia, was previously located in Hamburg and has now moved to Berlin. Its distinctive feature is a wide range of offered items, capable of satisfying the interests of both collectors and enthusiasts of classic antiques and militaria.

Reviews of sales from leading German auctions can serve several purposes. Firstly, they help navigate the wide selection of items offered at auction. Secondly, such reports provide insight into pricing in the German antique market.