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Debra
West Townshend, VT

May 12, 2024
Quality item
Very pleased with the service from Donley Auctions. Accurate description of our purchased item. Great communications, shipping was faster than expected and the item came well packed.
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Winfield Warren Standard Kerosene Lantern

Michael
Corpus Christi, TX

May 12, 2024
Easy purchase
Full service, professional, easy payment. One stop auction at its best!
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Collection of Four Vintage Lanterns

Mike
Bridge City, TX

May 11, 2024
Great company to work with. Reasonable shipping charges. I will buy from donnaly again!!
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1960s Fro-Zest Ice Cream Masonite Sign

George
Picton, CA

May 11, 2024
(3) Vintage Wood Framed Clear Leaded Glass Windows

bernie
Denmark, WI

May 11, 2024
(6) Brass Railroad Car Cabin Candle Lamps

Tyler
Fountain Valley, CA

May 11, 2024
Reclining Greek Goddess Bronze

Robert
Cathedral City, CA

May 11, 2024
(2) Brass Adoration Eucharist Tabernacle Doors

Jay
Lakewood, CO

May 10, 2024
Country Store "Diamond Inks" Wood Display Cabinet

Patrick
Riverside, CA

May 09, 2024
Oldsmobile Themed Gumball Machine

Salvatore
Morgantown, PA

May 09, 2024
Great service from a friendly staff.
Great service from a friendly staff.
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Donley AuctionsMay 10, 2024
Thanks so much, . We hope you come back soon!
Tin "Dad's Diet Root Beer" Sign

Donna
Elburn, IL

May 09, 2024
Shiner Specialty Beer Light Up Advertising Sign

John
San Antonio, TX

May 06, 2024
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Donley AuctionsMay 06, 2024
Hi John, thank you for the 5 stars! We appreciate your business and hope to work with you again at our May 18th Gun & Ammo Auction! Susan

John
San Antonio, TX

May 06, 2024

Raymond
Seeley Lake, MT

Feb 10, 2024
In house shipping very reasonable
Good to do business with
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Acorn All Purpose Vendor

Luke
Jacksonville, FL

Feb 10, 2024
NIB 1970s Tyco HO Scale Electric Train 7337

John
Carlsbad, NM

Feb 08, 2024
Excellent Transaction!
Beautiful example of a Spanish American War Krag. Rifle fires perfect and works like a charm. Serial number corresponds to military rifles issued to soldiers fighting in Carribean. Gave to my brother who couldn't be happier.
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Lauren
Scranton, PA

Jan 20, 2024
Antique Child's Glass Top Casket

Harry
Sherman Oaks, CA

Dec 24, 2023
Good Quality and Excellent Customer Service
My first time purchasing from Donley. Was very pleased with the accurate descriptions in the listings. Also, how they handled shipping and invoicing. Phoned with an inquiry that was pleasantly and promptly answered.
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Lalique France Nude Flore Frosted Statuette w Box

Jerrod
Rome, GA

Dec 18, 2023
Professional, Friendly, Efficient
The auction house did a great job in customer service, even providing a shipper list. Everything in the process was smooth. I ended up using my normal shipper, MKD carriers as his services are both reasonable and professional; he was substantially more reasonable with shipping prices than the shippers listed. As usual, item came undamaged and in perfect condition thanks to Donley auctions and MKD Carriers, the best shipper out there for mid west and east coast. I am extremely satisfied and will attend future auctions. Happy Holidays!
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St Pauli Girl Beer Neon Sign

Robert
Dixon, IL

Dec 14, 2023
1922-D,1923,1924,1925-S Peace Silver Dollars

Raymond
Bristow, VA

Dec 13, 2023
Marty Murphy Playboy Cartoon Art Gag Illustration

Mike
Fargo, ND

Dec 13, 2023
You can trust Donley Auctions.
This is my second purchase from a Donley Auction, and I give them another 5-star rating. My antique Moreau Swing Arm Clock is spectacular. I treasure it's wonderful original patina. The packing was exceptional. They even lined the heavy box with 1 & 1/2 "Styrofoam, top, bottom and sides. Thanks Much!
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Louis Moreau French Swing Arm Clock

Richard
Earlton, NY

Dec 10, 2023
Pastel and Charcoal Drawing Orangutan - Anghelo

Chris
Burton, OH

Dec 09, 2023
Vintage 10 Ozt Engelhard .999 Silver Eagle Bar

Roger
Seabrook, NH

Dec 09, 2023
2000, 2001 & 2002 Australian Silver Proof Lunar's

VANCE
Lake Park, IA

Dec 09, 2023
OUTSTANDING SERVICE
So pleased with the entire auction experience here. The fan was even better than described. The shipping was way better than other auctions and best of all the fan was securely packed with crumpled paper and there wasn’t any of those completely nasty messy packing peanuts which I loathe. All auctioneers should learn from them. The staff in the office are wonderful too and so patient and kind. Thank you so much! ❤ ️ 💕 ❤ ️
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Westinghouse #162628 Brass 4 Blade Table Fan

AJ
Clay, NY

Dec 08, 2023
Mr. Freeze Arnold Shwarzenegger and Batman & Robin

Chuck
Ottumwa, IA

Dec 08, 2023
The Badger Brass Carbide Motorcycle Headlight

Bill
Minneapolis, MN

Dec 07, 2023
Countertop Coin Op Cigarette Vending Machine

Rob
East Amherst, NY

Dec 07, 2023
Description is spot on, Bid with confidence.
Great to deal with!
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Donley AuctionsDec 07, 2023
Thanks so much for the 5 stars and nice words! We work hard to make sure our descriptions are spot on! See you again soon!
Maytag Model 72DA 2 Cylinder Gas Engine

Di
Beijing, CN

Nov 17, 2023
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review!!

Paul
Salem, MA

Oct 28, 2023
Good doing business with
Comfortable doing business again with
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind words, Paul! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
1887-1889 French Cupid Green Marble Mantel Clock

Steven
Miami, FL

Oct 28, 2023
This house is my Number 1
The Donley family and there staff run one of the best Auctions house in the country. Warm and Friendly host and reliable. Count on them to deliver and meet your expectations. Need I say more?
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Whoo hoo! We're proud to be your # 1, Steven! You're # 1 in our book, too! Especially grateful for that word, "reliable." That's what we strive for!

Mike
Fargo, ND

Sep 30, 2023
Thanks Randy & Mike & your team for making my purchase so enjoyable!
I was the winning bidder on the “Large Pulley Operated Zoetrope and Phenakistoscope” September 9, 2023. Yesterday, September 29th I received my beautiful prize and I could not be happier. The packing was excellent. Everything was carefully wrapped in “large bubble” bubble wrap and nested tightly in crunched paper. The large cardboard box had an extra layer of cardboard lining the inside wall of the box. A shipper could have walked on it or dropped it off the back of the truck and it still would have survived. The photos in the listing were bright and clear and the description was just enough so I could be confident in what I was bidding on. The estimated value was $400-$600. When I saw the listing it felt like I already owned it. I was going to go up to $800.00, but as often happens someone else wanted it too, so I ended up with a $1, 200.00 winning bid. This is my third time winning a bid throughLiveauctioneers.com, so I knew what to expect with the fees: Buyer’s Premium $276.00, Processing fee $59.75, Sales tax 110.70 and Shipping/packing/insurance a very reasonable $130.20: for a Grand Total of $1, 776.65. I know that is $576.65 more than the hammer price, but when I look at the big picture it is worth it to me. For 21 years in a row I attended the wonderful Antique Phonograph Convention at Donley’s Wild West Museum & Theme Park. Randy and Mike worked very hard to make sure everyone had a great time. When I came home from the show with a purchase I rarely thought about what the cost of hotels, meals & gas added to the cost of what I bought, it was just part of how the game is played... All the fees are just a part of how the auction game is now played. By the way, I guessed there would be about 12 to 20 “image strips” included in the purchase, but when I separated them all out from the curled roll I actually have 52! Thanks Randy and Mike and your team for making my purchase so enjoyable!
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Mike! Thanks so much for your kind words-and telling your story. We are proud of our great shipping department. Thanks for the kudos for them!

James
Sydney, AU

Sep 30, 2023
Fast, efficient service
An easy, smooth transaction with everything taken care of eg selling, paperwork, packing and shipping to your door!
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Thanks so much for the positive comments, James. We work hard to make our transactions as smooth as possible! Hope to see you soon!

Gary
Hoover, AL

Sep 30, 2023
Effortless … in a Good way
Great auction. So easy to participate prior or during. Shipping was expensive as normal, but execution was worth it.
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Donley AuctionsNov 17, 2023
Thanks so much Gary! Shipping is crazy everywhere. Thanks for understanding. We're proud of the good work done by our shipping department!

Dan
Spokane, WA

Jul 17, 2023
The listings were accurate and the quality of items outstanding
Donley's has exceptional quality items and their services are outstanding.
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Donley AuctionsJul 18, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind review. We do try our hardest to provide great service!
Lot of 7: 22-1/2" Diameter Polyphon Discs

Wilhelm
Baden, AT

Jul 12, 2023
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Donley AuctionsJul 13, 2023
Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to do business again with you soon!
Phoenix Brand Concert Cylinder Record S003

Gladys
Carleton, MI

Jul 07, 2023
Super service.
I am very happy They did a great job. I would recommend.
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Donley AuctionsJul 07, 2023
Thanks so much, . We hope to see you again soon!
Tiffany Pine Needle Desk Set Squat Ink Well

NGUYEN XUAN THANG
Westminster, CA

Jul 06, 2023
I found some difficulties in packing and shipping matter, but love to be back.
Very good payment method but I found some difficulties in packing and shipping matter. Overall It's pleasure to be a customer of Donley Auctions and love to be back.
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Polyphon Style 6 w/Bells Coin Op Disc Music Box

Nancy
Canastota, NY

Jul 06, 2023
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Donley AuctionsJul 06, 2023
Thanks so much for 5 Stars! Hope to see you at the next auction!
Lot of 6: 22-1/2" Diameter Polyphon Discs

Mark
Stuart, FL

Jul 06, 2023
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Donley AuctionsJul 06, 2023
Thank you for the 5-stars!
(3) Nipper RCA Phonograph Advertising Dogs

Todd
Las Vegas, NV

Jul 05, 2023
Great item
Great personal interaction with Randy
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Donley AuctionsJul 06, 2023
Glad you found something you liked! Hope to see you back soon!
Theater 5-Arm Wall Sconce

Timothy
Brookfield, WI

Jul 05, 2023
Great selections at fair prices
The auction selection was vast and the bidding process was seamless. The payment process was easy and shipping arrangement were fair and delivery method was quick.
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Donley AuctionsJul 06, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind words!
Edison B19 Diamond Disc Tabletop Phonograph

Michael
Corvallis, OR

Jul 05, 2023
Excellent communication, well packaged items.
First time at an online auction and the process was super smooth with Donley Auctions.
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Donley AuctionsJul 06, 2023
Glad you had a good experience. We hope to see you back soon!
Victor II Late Style Phonograph w/Wood Horn

Stuart
Owings Mills, MD

Jun 26, 2023
Donley Auctions 5 Stars-Liveauctioneers not so much
Donley Auctions is professional, friendly, 5 Star Service, highly recommend!!!!
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Donley AuctionsJun 27, 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words. We look forward to having you bid again with us soon!
Mixed Lot of (6) Columbia Phonograph Parts

Evelyn
Burleson, TX

May 23, 2023
Excellent auction house
Highly recommended auction house
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Donley AuctionsMay 23, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Antique Hallmarked Sterling Silver Pierced Basket

Steve
Freeport, IL

May 20, 2023
three of the items where missing, small tools that where part of items in the lot
they said some one must have stole them, no compasation for my loss
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Donley AuctionsMay 26, 2023
Steve, you spoke directly with the owner, Randy Donley, the day you bought the items. He explained that the items were missing and unfortunately, probably stolen. You said, "I understand. It happens". You did not sound like you were expecting compensation, so none was offered. We felt you left the auction hall with no further issues. You could have continued the conversation with us instead of publicly posting a 2-star review. We are always happy to work with our customers.
Collection of Lionel Cars Cranes & Tracks

Paul
Arlington Heights, IL

May 20, 2023
Don't pass up on their auctions. You will be sorry that you did.
Donley is always great to work with. Easy pickup and the trains were fantastic in this lot. I highly recommended them.
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Donley AuctionsMay 22, 2023
Thanks so much for the positive review, . We look forward to seeing you again!
Lionel Electric Steam Loco Train Set

Fredric
Gilbert, AZ

May 19, 2023
Delivery was fine.
While it took a long time to settle it all, the experience was all positive.
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Donley AuctionsMay 22, 2023
Thank you so much for the 5-star review. Our small but mighty shipping department does its best to professionally pack each item carefully and efficiently, but sometimes that takes some extra time. We appreciate your patience and look forward to working with you again!
Soda Fountain Drink Spouts
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