Buying & Selling Antiques in auction with David Harper (Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip, Flog It)

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

What item would you love to buy in auction...for a bargain price of course!?

[@janeday9148]

I loved the coffer the carved detail just under the lid was lovely

[@technodemic6258]

Love your enthusiasm and choice of items, Dave.

[@margaretscott7472]

When you were talking about the coffer I liked the art deco cabinet that was next to you. I have one very similar.

[@obesefeline]

Here in the states, that stuff would go for waaaaay more. You are so lucky!

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

I really need to make some films in the States

[@Emmalouisejames80]

The coffer reminds me of what my great aunt kept her bedding in. She would be 122 if she was still alive today. She was lovely.

[@teepeewabbit]

I would have gone up to a hundred on the silverplate lot…. The lamp form is gorgeous, a work of art…a real stunner. A miracle the shade is in such beautiful shape and original. Do you think the unknowns regarding maker resulted in the high purchase price, or did someone know something the auction house didn’t know? I wouldn’t have gone above 300. What an early coffer! The patina is wonderful. The basic construction is what endears it to me. How fascinating the info you provided on it, especially re the feet-I took a punt on the price, £300. Congrats on your purchase of it!!!!! Did you make a great profit? Cheers, Shae

[@hornomat6099]

Thanks!

[@helenheeney2284]

Really enjoyed that David so pleased you got to buy one thank you David

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Thanks Helen. Me too!

[@ericafoley6870]

You and Bob Richter (Market Warriors/Vintage Living) need to pair up for a show!

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Good idea!

[@Emmalouisejames80]

The lamp reminded me of my great aunt as visiting her house made me feel like i was stepping back in time with the items she had there.

[@sallyhinkley1177]

Congratulations on the box ... brill buy

[@bernadettecrawford3656]

Good program David

[@kevinhodgson3565]

I so bed when you get out bid . But I'm glad you got the last lot you bid on

[@circusofsix]

bone handle knives?? this hurts my arm just looking at this. all the polishing!!😮

[@margaretscott7472]

Was either under or over on all three items. Glad you got the coffer after the last two weeks with not getting the chairs. I guessed £100 for the coffer.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

What a relief to buy something...Will be making a vid on it soon!

[@davidrennie2243]

Good Afternoon David from Fraserburgh, Scotland

[@Emmalouisejames80]

Really interesting, thanks for sharing

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Thanks for watching

[@sallyhinkley1177]

I have a medieval box and the feet show signs of animal chewing, damp and being worn away - haven't trimmed it and don't believe it ever has

[@dougmcartin3881]

Well done on the coffer. Plenty of meat left on the bone for you there. Some days you just catch a bargain. There's just no predicting auctions. Stay well. ATB Doug.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Cheers Doug. Yes I think so, it’ll still look remarkably cheap at £250!

[@davehill584]

Hi David, we used to chat a decade or so ago. You didn't say how much it cost to get the coffer back to base. A steal at £65 :)

[@Neil2022]

Thomas Watson, been there a few times!

[@berlieannapalmer1187]

So pretty

[@rooroob]

You have good willpower in regard to not bidding over your limit. Do you sometimes go over your predetermined limit? Stories about wildly overbidding would be fun…

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

I might just do that! Thanks for the comment and watching

[@rooroob]

@ I hope you do! I have a few items which I overbid so much on that I am ashamed! I can’t even sell them because I’ll never make the money back

[@davidrennie2243]

was spot on with silver guessed £80

[@seana2646]

Should have bought the silver plate, its going cheap at the moment because all the places melting it for the actual silver content are closed until next month. When they re-open that would scrap for close to £200 even with a few nice bits taken out. The Lamp looks a little like Monart they used stickers and did not sign but had some tell tale pontil points.

[@alexanrustler2611]

This is amazing and great to learn from

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Thank you

[@johnrainsman6650]

I once bought an antique from my boss at a garage sale, and I discovered it was worth ten thousand dollars. I started wondering if I should give it back, but then I decided against it because she's belittled me as a slow learner at work. She once questioned me for putting black linens on the tables for the wedding reception instead of white, the correct/usual color (but in my defense, we usually put on *black* linens for *any* event, and I don't even generally set the reception linens). Oh, and she was upset I had signed up for a one-person shift. I'll admit, I am much better with a helping hand and guide, but come on, that's no excuse for being insensitive. One of our student leader's responsibilities is organizing who works which shifts on the schedule, and my boss scolded him for not noticing I had signed up for a one-person shift. When she asked him if she thought I could do the shift, I answered for him with a firm "yes," because I felt belittled by her. She said she didn't think so, was all "I've told you not to sign up for shifts by yourself, I've been very clear about that, I don't know how much clearer I can get for you to listen" (something like, that, so I'm not perfectly quoting her), and she told me I need someone there to give me instructions and guide me. I regretfully didn't stand up for myself because I was too intimidated. And that's why I don't think I should return the valuable item. I don't think she deserves it. If I give her back what's worth so much, after she was condescending to me, I'd be excusing and rewarding her behavior. And that's what's so funny: even though I have a totally natural and understandable motive to _not_ do her this favor, I feel somewhat guilty for it. I could always be the bigger person, but I'm just not sure if she's worth it. Why do the right thing for my wrongdoer, you know? For anyone else, I would've given the item back, friend, acquaintance, or total stranger. Keeping it for the money is just selfish and callous (and greedy), but since I'm teaching my boss a lesson, it only _partly_ feels that way. What do you guys think? Do I deserve to feel guilty, or does she only?

[@0210rokvist]

Fun vlog. Please turn up the sound of your pc

[@berlieannapalmer1187]

Utra light flash light sound s likw a bell beutafull

[@alvarosanchez2127]

Where could I share the images,at? Thank you.

[@Scott_Rayner]

I would have personally bid £120 all day on the silver plate

[@Thumtwiddler]

Love this, really helpful.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Cheers Paul

[@OriginalNethead]

Some of the pieces of that silverplate didn't look plated. Wish I could have seen it in person; the buyer may have made his/her investment back in scrap without even selling the plated bits by the kilo to a refinery.

[@shauncorless8965]

Still looking for a Victoria gothic crown 👑, in bu,condition ,

[@Go-Dawgs]

These "Commission" Costs are Outrageous. American working class folks can't buy anything when you add shipping costs. We Love Antiques Roadtrip! But we Can Never afford any Antiques from England 😥

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

If you see my recent videos with AFS Auctions and RWB Auctions, you’ll see that their commission is just 10%. This is a huge in the world of auctions…I’m sure you could buy from them…let me know if you do!

[@davidwilley3609]

I bet 850 on the lamp 300 on the chest

[@berlieannapalmer1187]

Would the lamps be a pair

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Unlikely to be one of a pair. They were seen as one off pieces, a bit like art…I wish I’d bought it!

[@kitchen3095]

Hi,I have antiques painting , I would like to get your advice .

[@Justmyopinionlol]

is "unpractical" a british word? First time I am at this channel but I have always used and heard "impractical".

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Thanks for watching. Yes, it’s generally the same meaning. Cheers D

[@shauncorless8965]

Electric plate you can't give it away ,,

[@sahibbhola6236]

I have 100 years old foreign currencies notes , do you buy ??

[@janiferlebron2062]

I have heavy bowl thick bowl and i don't know if this is antique. Can you help me?

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

you can email me through my website Jenifer, I’ll take a look. D

[@sallyhinkley1177]

OMG lamp was gorgeous but so much ££ -

[@beverleytaylor5859]

Ooooo I would have loved to get stuck in to cleaning all that silver! And what a bargain you got! I love old/historical pieces like that, I wonder about where they have been and who has owned them. Another great video. Have a good week. See you next Sunday xxx.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Thanks Beverley.’ Can’t wait to get my teeth into the coffer! I’ll be making a vid!

[@gymdave199]

How much did you sell the oak coffer for David ?

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Haven’t had chance to do much with it yet David. It’ll need a good old wax and check over, but I’ll price it at £250, which still looks cheap!

[@gymdave199]

That would be a great profit 🤞

[@technodemic6258]

30% commission is outrageous.

[@sobiacreation3191]

Hello sir...

[@keshzasmin5892]

I will sell a sword more than 3 centuries from the Ancient Saka

[@sobiacreation3191]

I'm on vacation selling some antiques.

[@alvarosanchez2127]

Hello David,hoping that by the time you receive this message you and your loved ones may find yourselves at the best hands of the almighty. I wanted to ask you for some feedback regarding certain antiques my family and I have. Hope to hear from you soon,take care,god bless you. Best wishes and regards from Bogota,Colombia.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Hi, your best bet is to show the pieces / pictures to an auction or dealer local to you. They’ll know it’s value in your market. cheers

[@davidrennie2243]

guessed £420 for the lamp

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

About right !

[@davidrennie2243]

guessed £130 for the coffer, way out

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Not really...it’s just I bought a bargain!

[@sallyhinkley1177]

I think £95

[@andrewbantick6311]

25% commission is ridiculous

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Even more with some auctions now. Up to 35%!

[@sobiacreation3191]

I want to talk to you sir about antiques peace.

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

If you email me I’ll take a look for you [e-mail]

[@sobiacreation3191]

@@DavidHarperAntiques Hello sir... It's my email [e-mail]

[@dannysalumag9356]

Hey sir i have an antique can you buy it

[@sallyhinkley1177]

So probably £1 a piece ...

[@paulgardiner5398]

You are rubbish at this. I am Canadian and challenge you to a 6 week showdown,, I will win , don'ts be sore - I think you are a great guy.

[@johnrainsman6650]

I once bought an antique from my boss at a garage sale, and I discovered it was worth ten thousand dollars. I started wondering if I should give it back, but then I decided against it because she's belittled me as a slow learner at work. She once questioned me for putting black linens on the tables for the wedding reception instead of white, the correct/usual color (but in my defense, we usually put on *black* linens for *any* event, and I don't even generally set the reception linens). Oh, and she was upset I had signed up for a one-person shift. I'll admit, I am much better with a helping hand and guide, but come on, that's no excuse for being insensitive. One of our student leader's responsibilities is organizing who works which shifts on the schedule, and my boss scolded him for not noticing I had signed up for a one-person shift. When she asked him if she thought I could do the shift, I answered for him with a firm "yes," because I felt belittled by her. She said she didn't think so, was all "I've told you not to sign up for shifts by yourself, I've been very clear about that, I don't know how much clearer I can get for you to listen" (something like, that, so I'm not perfectly quoting her), and she told me I need someone there to give me instructions and guide me. I regretfully didn't stand up for myself because I was too intimidated. And that's why I don't think I should return the valuable item. I don't think she deserves it. If I give her back what's worth so much, after she was condescending to me, I'd be excusing and rewarding her behavior. And that's what's so funny: even though I have a totally natural and understandable motive to _not_ do her this favor, I feel somewhat guilty for it. I could always be the bigger person, but I'm just not sure if she's worth it. Why do the right thing for my wrongdoer, you know? For anyone else, I would've given the item back, friend, acquaintance, or total stranger. Keeping it for the money is just selfish and callous (and greedy), but since I'm teaching my boss a lesson, it only _partly_ feels that way. What do you guys think? Do I deserve to feel guilty, or does she only?