For collectors and curious bidders
Come for the find. Stay for the story.
Estate material from Cape Ann and across New England, offered through live and online auctions.
Bidding with us
Simple to join. Worth keeping an eye on.
Create a free account, browse the catalogue, place a pre-bid or bid live. For many sales, every lot begins at $1 and there are no reserves.

The bidding process
Three steps from curiosity to collection.
- 01RegisterCreate an account before the auction closes.
- 02BidBrowse the catalogue and place a pre-bid or bid against others live.
- 03Win and collectPay securely, then arrange pickup or shipping as offered for that sale.
Selling an estate or collection?
Start with a thoughtful first look.
If you have antiques, an inherited collection or an estate that needs a practical plan, Cape Ann Auction can help you decide what deserves auction exposure before anything is cleared away.
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