If RIA is like other auction houses, they are realizing at least 30-40% profit on the hammer price (buyers and sellers fees). I know that there is overhead involved in hosting an auction, but 1/3 of the sale price seems just a bit over the top. I have the same gripe with other auction sites and I have to choose between making a bid and a kick in the groin to participate...I really have to painfully want the item.
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If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction
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