2014 Small Farmers Journal Auction--Part 10

This was a modern California version of a Meadowbrook.  It went for $500.  The
large version went for $1200.

White vis-a-vis by Roberts used for carriage rides in Seattle.  Distressed sale.
Went for $2500

Carriages being pulled up to the auction area.  People were allowed to sit in carriages and
audience members volunteered to sit in the carriages.  Kids had a blast.

2014 Small Farmers Journal Auction Part 9

This original and pristine carriage was owned by one of the Washington railroads.  It was used to carry passengers from
the railroad stop to an associated hotel  This thing came bubble wrapped on a trailer.  Final bid was $22000.  It was bought by an
agent who buys carriages for use in Western movies.

Close up of the back window.

Some Oregon ranchers

2014 Small Farmers Journal Auction--Part 8

I loved the new and antique sleigh bells that were auctioned off periodically.  They always went for a high price.  The auctioneer called them out as "for two" meaning that whatever you bid was multiplied by two since the bells came in sets of two.   It is easy to how you can be surprised at how much you spend at an auction.