SOLD: $17,120.05 — High-Value Estate Liquidation in Chesterfield, VA

Timed auction by Grindstaff's Auction Marketing Group LLC

Starts May 5, 2024 8:23 PM EDT. Ends Jun 27, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Auction Results & Case Study: Licking Creek Personal Property The Challenge: Managing the full transition of a pet-friendly, long-unoccupied estate requires meticulous organization and a multi-phase marketing strategy. The goal was to clear the home of all high-value personal property—including jewelry, furniture, and art—to prepare the site for a record-breaking real estate auction. The Grindstaff Advantage in Action: Recognized by the 2026 Quality Business Awards for excellence, our team curated a catalog that appealed to specialized collectors and local buyers alike. From sterling silver and Art Deco pieces to high-end watches and jewelry, every item was marketed to maximize visibility and competitive bidding. The Results: Total Realized: $17,120.05 (Final contract price) Total Managed Assets: Combined with the subsequent real estate sale, our team managed over $286,800 in total liquidation value for this estate. Asset Variety: Successfully sold a wide range of inventory including a Seiko watch, fine jewelry, sterling silver, and mid-century furniture. Efficiency: Complete removal and pickup were coordinated within 48 hours of the auction close, leaving the home ready for the next phase of the sale. Bottom Line: We provide a true "one-stop" solution for Virginia families. By handling both the contents and the real estate, we remove the burden from the seller while ensuring every asset reaches its highest possible market value. Learn more about our full-service estate solutions at The Grindstaff Advantage.

Lots

#1 • Information lot (Starting at $1.00)
#2 • How to bid (Starting at $1.00)
#20 • Howard Miller key wound inlaid mantle clock (High bid $108.00)
#21 • Sterling julep cups by Schwarzschild’s; 5” tall (High bid $39.00)
#22 • Rustic work table; 24” x 22” x 29” tall (High bid $20.00)
#23 • Heavy framed stoneware plaque, religious (High bid $21.00)
#24 • 5 pcs of midcentury colored glass; tallest is 13” (High bid $258.00)
#25 • Neoclassical key wound mantle clock, 23” tall (High bid $50.00)
#26 • Pair of brass lamps w/ fabric shades, 28” tall (High bid $10.00)
#27 • Seth Thomas electric mantle clock; 11” tall (High bid $36.00)
#28 • Solid wood side table; 29” x 15” x 29” tall (High bid $19.00)
#29 • Brass footed planter; 12” in diameter (High bid $20.00)
#30 • Midcentury ceramic horse, 2’ tall (High bid $25.00)
#31 • Chinese temple jar, 18” tall (High bid $22.00)
#32 • Modern clock by Eli Terry; quartz mvt w/ pendulum (High bid $3.00)
#33 • Composite greyhound, wood grain finish, 20” tall (High bid $111.00)
#34 • Metal lamp w/ leaded slag glass shade, 17” tall (High bid $31.00)
#35 • 3 midcentury glass vases; tallest is 22” (High bid $351.00)
#36 • 5 pcs of antique copper lusterware; tallest are 7” (High bid $5.00)
#37 • Vintage hand painted Art Deco lamp, 19” tall (High bid $25.00)
#38 • One drawer side table; 16” x 13” x 28” tall (High bid $12.00)
#39 • 3 pcs of midcentury colored glass: 2 vases, 1 decanter (High bid $705.00)
#40 • Vintage metal clock and light, 12” tall (High bid $34.00)
#41 • 3 sterling spoons, sterling wax stamp (High bid $64.00)
#42 • 3 stained glass items: mirror, clock (17” tall); house for votive (High bid $39.00)
#43 • Antique oil on canvas, landscape, 16” x 14” (High bid $327.00)
#44 • 3 pcs of majolica, pitcher is 4” tall (High bid $190.00)
#45 • 3 majolica plates, lily pads (High bid $13.00)
#46 • Blue & white ceramic Chinese fishbowls (High bid $19.00)
#47 • 4 pcs of majolica; 2 plates are W Germany (High bid $126.00)
#48 • Huge collection of Southwestern kachina dolls (High bid $126.00)
#49 • 4 pcs of vintage pottery; 2 pitchers, Toby mug and pitcher (High bid $5.00)
#50 • 2 pcs of majolica; lusterware pitcher ( 4” tall) (High bid $21.00)
#51 • Carved wooden ram; 23” long, 25” tall (High bid $66.00)
#52 • Vintage porcelain bear, KPM Germany, 4” long (High bid $16.00)
#53 • Demilune 2-drawer console w/ shelf, 34” x 14” x 32” tall (High bid $27.00)
#54 • Brass French bulldog, 3” tall (High bid $40.00)
#55 • Iconic Midcentury wall shelf; 46” x 22” x 5” deep (High bid $357.00)
#56 • Inlaid marble vase, 7” tall (High bid $4.00)
#57 • Cast iron Scottie, 11” long (High bid $23.00)
#58 • Assorted vintage maize pottery; 17pcs (High bid $45.00)
#59 • 5 pcs of majolica; plates are W Germany (High bid $384.00)
#60 • Men’s Movado watch (High bid $113.00)
#61 • 3 ceramic vases, tallest is 14” (High bid $26.00)
#62 • 5 pcs of antique lusterware, silver; tallest is 6” (High bid $16.00)
#63 • 3 pcs of Japanese porcelain: Noritake platter & vase, etc (High bid $3.00)
#64 • Men’s Seiko watch (High bid $107.00)
#65 • Assorted vintage maize pottery; 17 pcs (High bid $56.00)
#66 • Assorted vintage maize pottery; 12 pcs (High bid $46.00)
#67 • 9 pcs of antique copper lusterware; tallest are 6” (High bid $16.00)
#68 • 12 pcs of antique copper lusterware; tallest are 6” (High bid $10.00)
#69 • 6 pcs of pottery: 3 copper luster; etc; hunt theme (High bid $8.00)
#70 • 8 pcs of antique copper lusterware; most are 6-7” tall (High bid $4.00)
#71 • 5 jewelry and trinket boxes; 2 are musical (High bid $36.00)
#72 • 4 vintage lady’s watches (High bid $10.00)
#73 • Assorted pottery: maize, pitcher, etc (High bid $56.00)
#74 • Cherub, small bisque urn, powder jar, ceramic lidded jar (High bid $3.00)
#75 • Hand painted toleware tray/2 brass vases, 14” tall (High bid $5.00)
#76 • Cast iron Scottie doorstop, 7” long (High bid $56.00)
#77 • 7 pocket knives (High bid $26.00)
#78 • 11 pcs of antique lusterware, color decorated (High bid $22.00)
#79 • Art glass dog, 8” long (High bid $11.00)
#80 • 4 vintage watches/ miniature clock (High bid $36.00)
#81 • 5 vintage framed artworks; largest is 7” x 9” (High bid $12.00)
#82 • Approx 22 mini antique lusterware pitchers (High bid $26.00)
#83 • Art glass hat, Swedish crystal cat paperweight, apple (High bid $46.00)
#84 • 3 pcs of art glass: fish (12”), starfish, turtle (High bid $25.00)
#85 • Stone animals (foo dogs are composite) (High bid $37.00)
#86 • Decor lot: majolica plate, assorted miniatures (High bid $37.00)
#87 • Pottery lot: vase, dish, fish, beads (High bid $24.00)
#88 • 14 pcs of antique blue and copper lusterware (High bid $26.00)
#90 • Metal trinket boxes, bone and glass salt spoons, Wade figure (High bid $7.00)
#91 • Collection of vintage miniature ceramic animals (High bid $15.00)
#92 • Horses; largest is composite (High bid $24.00)
#93 • 3 pcs of pottery: pitcher, 2 bottle birdhouses (High bid $3.00)
#94 • 7 votive holders (High bid $10.00)
#95 • Shelf lot of vintage pottery and ceramics (High bid $6.00)
#96 • Cobalt glass vase, covered box, pitcher, s&p (NIB) (High bid $22.00)
#97 • Glazed terracotta rabbit, crackle finish, 14” tall (High bid $11.00)
#98 • 3 pcs of wall decor: cattle theme (High bid $18.00)
#99 • 9 pcs of antique copper lusterware (High bid $8.00)
#100 • Decorative wooden shelf lot: bowl, nativity, etc (High bid $6.00)
#101 • Brass and copper lot; trivets and bowl are VA Metalcrafters (High bid $16.00)
#102 • 8 “I Love Lucy” collectible plates (High bid $45.00)
#103 • Decorative lot: ceramic cats, glass dog; wall pockets, etc (High bid $18.00)
#104 • Southwest themed pottery lot: bowls, wall planter, cactus sculpture, etc (High bid $7.00)
#105 • Vintage electric lamp, glass shade, 21” tall (High bid $4.00)
#106 • 8 “The Honeymooners” collectible plates (High bid $12.00)
#107 • Glass nativity figures, 2-3” tall (High bid $3.00)
#108 • Collection of master salts, etc (High bid $8.00)
#109 • Huge lot of vintage fashion watches; includes Timex (High bid $95.00)
#110 • Children’s tea sets, NIB (High bid $11.00)
#111 • Antique cast iron ship bookends (High bid $26.00)
#112 • Antique sewing stand, 17” x 12” x 30” tall (High bid $13.00)
#113 • Metal and plastic Ferris wheel, 15” tall (High bid $66.00)
#114 • Lenox bisque birds, 3 w/ minor damage/ capodimonte flowers (High bid $20.00)
#115 • Wood and chrome coffee table, 4’ x 33” x 19” tall (High bid $82.00)
#116 • Cowhide rug, approx 65” square (High bid $291.00)
#117 • Rattan basket w/ vintage linens and patchwork animal pillows (High bid $22.00)
#118 • Pendleton Beaver State wool blankets/ Icelandic wool blanket (High bid $97.00)

Showing the first 100 of 311 lots.