March 2026 Mid-Century Modern Stainless, Cast Iron Toys & Collectibles Auction

Timed auction by Sell It Now

Starts Mar 4, 2026 4:00 PM CST. Ends Mar 17, 2026 10:00 AM CDT

March 2026 Mid-Century Modern Stainless, Cast Iron Toys & Collectibles Auction Sell It Now Store presents our March 2026 Mid Century Modern Stainless & Cast Iron Auction—an exceptional multi-estate offering showcasing Scandinavian and English Mid Century Modern stainless steel design alongside a substantial collection of antique and vintage cast-iron toys, mechanical banks, and early Americana. This fresh-to-market sale features sought-after designers, including Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Robert Welch for Old Hall, Folke Arström for Gense, Nils Nisbel for Gabis, Lundtofte, Selandia, and Stelton, with extensive grouped lots of Old Hall, Gense, and Gabis stainless tableware highlighting the depth and strength of the collection. Collectors will also find early and reproduction cast iron mechanical banks, Hubley race cars, and examples by Kenton and A.C. Williams, alongside rare Gabis Swedish pitchers, Stelton Danish Modern barware, a 1930s Cast Iron Peacock Electric Lamp, Overland circus wagons, and vintage cameras by Canon, Polaroid, Ansco, Petri, and Yashica. A strong grouping of new-in-box MTH Rail King and Lionel train sets offers exceptional appeal for serious model train collectors. The sale also features select vintage advertising, including a Cavalier 72 upright Coca-Cola vending machine, a 1920s barber pole, and a Union 76 outdoor gasoline sign. A key highlight is a rare 1890s Monarch Cycle Company “Defiance” wood-rim men’s bicycle, an important example from the height of the American bicycle boom. A category-strong auction curated for the serious collector. The best part—there are NO reserves. Terms Valid forms of payment for purchases under $1,500 include credit cards, cashier’s checks, money orders, bank wire transfers, or cash (3.5% credit card processing fee applies). For purchases over $1,500, accepted forms of payment include cashier’s checks (with bank letter of reference), bank wire transfers, or cash. An 18% Buyer’s Premium applies to all purchases. After both pickup days, the card on file will be automatically charged for the remaining invoice balance. Inspection / Preview On-site at Sell It Now Store 2315 Badger Drive, Unit D Waukesha, Wisconsin Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Or by appointment Auction Closing Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Lots begin closing at 10:00 AM (staggered online close) Pickup Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Shipping Information & Policies All shipping for our auctions is handled in-house using a professional shipping management system that integrates directly with our auction platform. Shipping is a separate transaction from your auction purchase and is not included in your invoice total. Please review the information below carefully prior to bidding. If you have any questions about shipping, contact our office at (414) 727-0600 before placing bids. Important Shipping Notes Not all items are eligible for shipping We do not ship via Media Mail All shipped items are insured and tracked — no exceptions Buyers are billed separately for packaging, shipping, and insurance Prompt communication and payment are required to complete shipping Items That Do Not Ship Some items are designated LOCAL PICK UP ONLY – DOES NOT SHIP. These items may be excluded from shipping due to size, weight, fragility, existing damage, quantity, or packing complexity. Please review item descriptions carefully. If an item is marked local pickup only, it will not be shipped under any circumstances. If you have questions about an item’s eligibility, contact our office before bidding. How Shipping Works 1. Auction Payment After the auction closes, we wait to charge the card on file until after the second local pickup day. Your card is charged for auction purchases only (including buyer’s premium and applicable taxes). Shipping is not included in this charge. 2. Ship or Pick Up Selection Following invoicing, you will receive an email (and text if a mobile number is on file) asking whether you would like to pick up your items locally or have them shipped. If local pickup is selected, you will be able to choose a pickup time that works best for you. If you select shipping, your items are placed into the shipping queue. Shipping typically begins 2–3 days after all local pickup sessions are completed. If an item is listed as Local Pickup Only, shipping is not available. The buyer is required to pick up the item in person or arrange their own third-party shipping. Shipping Process & Communication Packing & Carrier Selection Items are professionally packed by our shipping team. The most efficient and cost-effective carrier is selected based on package size, weight, and destination (USPS or UPS). Address Verification & Payment You will receive a notification to verify your shipping address and submit payment for shipping. It is your responsibility to confirm the address is correct. We are not responsible for delivery issues resulting from an address you approve. Shipping payment is completed securely online. Label Creation & Tracking Once shipping payment is received, labels are generated and tracking information is provided via email/text. USPS shipments typically go out the same day; UPS shipments are sent on scheduled pickup days. Delivery Confirmation A final notification is sent once your package is marked delivered. Shipping Costs Our standard shipping charges include: $3.00 handling fee Packaging materials Carrier shipping cost Insurance Additional labor charges may apply for: Large orders Fragile items Complex or time-intensive packing Timelines & Expectations Shipping processing begins after local pickup concludes Most buyers are contacted within 3 days of auction close Typical delivery occurs 4–10 days after the auction, depending on processing order and carrier transit time We ship a high volume of items per auction and appreciate prompt responses to ensure timely delivery for all buyers. Failure to respond to shipping communications or submit payment within fourteen (14) days may result in forfeiture of items without refund. International & Special Arrangements European customers may have items held for a combined future shipment or delivered to the May 2026 Chicagoland Jukebox & Advertising Show. Please contact us in advance to make arrangements. Bidding Increments $1 (up to $10) $2 (up to $25) $5 (up to $100) $10 (up to $500) $25 (up to $1,000) $50 (up to $5,000) $100 (up to $10,000) $250 (up to $25,000) $500 (up to $50,000) $1,000 (up to $100,000) $2,500 (up to $250,000) $5,000 (up to $500,000) $10,000 (up to $1,000,000) $20,000 (up to $2,000,000) $50,000 (up to $5,000,000) Questions For questions regarding specific items, bidder registration, or shipping eligibility, please contact: Sell It Now Store 2315 Badger Drive, Suite 1 Waukesha, WI 53188 (414) 727-0600 questions@sellitnowstore.com Mike Boerschinger Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer #2725 Rachel Boerschinger Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer #4063 Sell It Now Store WI Licensed Auction Company #433-53 © 2026 Sell It Now Store, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 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