The 130th Gert Müller Auction, held from May 12th–16th was marked by exceptionally strong international demand in both philately and numismatics. Extensive estates, lots, and collections were particularly sought after and fiercely contested. Bidders in person from all over the world, including England, China and the Netherlands viewed the very extensive material, in some cases for up to a week. The many hundreds of online bidders as well as the live audience ensured consistently high prices throughout the auction. For example an estate lot achieved a hammer price of €9,500 (Lot 1, estimate: €5,000), a collection of German colonies fetched €11,000 (Lot 1G, estimate: €3,000), a German Reich collection fetched €9,000 (Lot 2, Estimate: €5,000), another estate lot fetched a whopping €8,000 (Lot 3F, Estimate: €2,000), a collection of Olympic Games items fetched €5,000 (Lot 5A, Estimate: €2,000), and a collection of People’s Republic of China 1949/2024 items achieved an unexpectedly high €40,000 (Lot 3500, Estimate: €10,000), a collection of European stamps fetched €7,000 (Lot 3508, Estimate: €2,000), a special collection of Bavarian stamps brought in €24,000 (Lot 3510, Estimate: €15,000), a collection of Old Germany fetched €5,600 (Lot 3511, Estimate: €1,000), a lot of “Worldwide” items fetched €3,000 (Lot 3513B, Estimate: €500) and a collection of German colonies fetched €10,000 (Lot 3531, Estimate: €3,000) to name just a few examples. Numerous significant realisations of up to 11 times the estimate were achieved.

The numismatic section sold out completely except for 5 lots and almost everything was in high demand and fetched high prices. For example, an estate collection focusing on issues from the Federal Republic of Germany and Austria fetched an enormous €26,000 (Lot 4300, estimate: €15,000), a collection of Old German coins brought in €17,000 (Lot 4305, estimate: €10,000), another estate sale fetched €20,500 (Lot 4306, Estimate: €10,000), a rich collection of coins and medals achieved a staggering €33,000 (Lot 4310, Estimate: €8,000), a collection of coins from the Federal Republic of Germany fetched €11,000 (Lot 4311, Estimate: €8,000), a coin collection achieved €17,000 (Lot 4317, Estimate: €5,000), another coin estate with a focus on issues from the Federal Republic of Germany fetched €50,000 (Lot 4426, reserve: €40,000) and we were able to sell an extensive collection of model trains for €22,500. Our selection of watches and jewelry was also in high demand and was largely sold successfully. For example, a Bucherer wristwatch fetched €8,000 (Lot 4135, reserve: €5,000). Banknotes, militaria, and medals were also in high demand, and the reserve prices were sometimes far exceeded.

So far in the first half of this year, we have achieved total sales of over 6 million euros  which is a new company record. We are now preparing for our major international summer auction, which will take place from August 11th–15th. We have already received significant consignments so your items would be in good company. We can place your stamps, coins, banknotes, jewelry, etc. in the hands of buyers willing to pay top international prices for them. We can pick up your items at your home, discreetly and professionally, just as you would expect from an auction house with 75 years of experience in the international auction business. Our experts Holger Thull, Carsten Bernhard, Torsten Rosskopf, and Michael Böttcher are currently traveling throughout Germany to accept your consignments. Upon delivery you are welcome to receive a substantial advance on the expected proceeds. Of course, we can also purchase suitable items directly without any issues. Please note that we regularly hold expert appraisal days at our offices. You are welcome to bring your treasures to these events, where we will provide you with an auction estimate or a binding purchase offer in exchange for immediate payment.

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