ASHEVILLE, NC.- Following on the heels of its resoundingly successful sales of the estate of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, British, Continental, American and Southern Premier auctions, Brunk Auctions will present three days of sales March 10-12, offering Coins & Currency, Jewelry and Luxury Goods, and Asian Art paired with an Emporium sale. In all, 900 lots present bidders the opportunity to acquire rare or collectible objects and works of art spanning hundreds of years and bridging price points at every level.

To the delight of collectors, more than 250 lots of coins and currency will come center stage at Brunk Auctions on Tuesday, March 10th. Offering a lineup of ancient coins to modern releases, there is something for every bidder, from budding to seasoned collectors.


1893-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS VF25 ($6,000-$8,000)

Key-date Morgan Dollars are a strength of the sale, with more than 70 lots that are highlighted by two 1893 San Francisco silver dollars, a mint state 1901 Philadelphia example, coins from the final years for the Carson City Mint, uncirculated coins, and others. Those on the hunt for gold will appreciate our group of three Engelhard ‘American Gold Prospector’ bullion rounds with a cumulative weight of 3 troy ounces ($8,000-$12,000). A four-coin type set of the Liberty head design, in $20, $10, $5, and $2-½ denominations, is another highly anticipated lot ($6,000-$9,000).


1934-A $1000 Federal Reserve Note ($4,000-$6,000)

Paper notes are exceptionally plentiful, with more than 50 lots. The category is topped by two 1934 Federal Reserve Notes printed in Chicago, in $1,000 and $500 denominations and both bearing the printed signatures of Julian and Morgenthau. The $1,000 note is graded PMG 63 EPQ ($4,000-$6,000) while the $500 denomination has a PMG 35 grade ($1,200-$1,800).


1864-S Liberty Head $20 Double Eagle Gold Coin ($3,500-$5,000)

Collectors of shipwreck coins should look at three lots, including an Eighteenth Century El Cazador Mexican ‘piece of eight’ 8-reales coin ($100-$200), a group of four Spanish Colonial silver coins that includes a shipwreck coin ($200-400) and a group of three New Orleans mint seated half dollars that were discovered in the wreck of the S.S. Republic ($500-700). Those looking to add ancient coins to their growing collection should pay attention to two Roman Empire coin lots, one offering four 1st and 2nd Century coins, the other presenting four 3rd Century coins, each lot with a $200-400 estimate.

Jewelry and luxury goods are the focus on March 11. More than 160 lots of fine jewelry are presented, with many captivating diamond rings, vivid emeralds, stunning blue sapphires and an exquisite Tahitian pearl. Leading the jewelry auction is a circa 1920 Toi et Moi diamond Edwardian-style platinum dinner ring, an exquisite "North-South" design featuring a trio of Old European-cut diamonds. The centerpiece consists of two primary 1.60 carat diamonds, which flank a central 0.40-carat diamond, all precisely set within an intricate openwork gallery $20,000–$40,000. Over 40 engagement and wedding bands will interest shoppers planning to pop the question, with diamond solitaires in many sizes and shapes.


14kt. Antique Mesh Purse with Blue Sapphire Accents and Compact Mirror ($10,000-$15,000)

A 14 karat gold antique mesh purse, adorned with blue sapphire accents and a compact mirror, and with provenance in New Orleans, serves as a notable statement piece, $10,000-$15,000. Additionally, an 18 karat diamond lattice pattern necklace, weighing 62.1 grams, is offered as a highlight of the collection, $6,000-$9,000.


18kt. Day Date Rolex Watch with Box ($8,000-$12,000)

Designer pieces by Bulgari, Rolex, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co. are available. Notable highlights include an 18 karat Day Date Rolex watch, reference P516277, estimated at $8,000–12,000, accompanied by its original box and provenance from the Russelville, Arkansas, estate of Timothy B. Johnston.

The selection of 65 lots of couture and accessories that follows the jewelry features an early 20th Century French steamer trunk by Goyard ($1,500-2,500), handbags by Chanel, Christian Dior, Prada and Gucci are interspersed with ties and scarves by Hermes. For the epitome of luxury, a full length hooded mink coat checks all the boxes ($800-$1,200).


Chinese Carved White Jade Snuff Bottle ($1,000-$1,500)

Thursday, March 12 wraps up the week and begins with nearly 200 lots of Asian arts anchored by a selection of more than 50 snuff bottles in jade, stone and porcelain from the lifetime collection of Ronald Elliott Hasbrouck Woodaman (1937-2025) of Virginia.


Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Snuff Bottle, Anson Burlingame Provenance ($600-$900)

More than a dozen lots descended in the family of Anson Burlingame, a 19th century diplomat to China, and include Chinese export Canton famille rose porcelain, a lotus pod-form water dropper, a blue and white porcelain snuff bottle, a black lacquer and gilt dragon fire clock, Imari and blue and white porcelain, and cinnabar and lacquer objects.

The estate of William Sauer, of Washington, D.C., is being sold to benefit the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, Norfolk, Virginia. Qing dynasty paintings and porcelains, lacquerware and Japanese prints join Chinese export porcelains for a vibrant presentation.


Monumental Steiff Camel ($1,000-$1,500)

Brunk Auctions’ Emporium sale, which is also live on March 12, comprises more than 250 lots of American and British paintings, and also includes maritime, landscape and portrait paintings from the Sauer estate. Southern pottery, sterling silver, folk art and furniture round out the selection, which would not be complete without half a dozen vintage Steiff stuffed animals, led by a 6 foot camel ($1,000-1,500).

Brunk Auctions is at 117 Tunnel Road. For information, 828-254-6846 or www.brunkauctions.com.