This auction features items that were lovingly collected by a family in Southwest Virginia over many decades. Now it is time for them to downsize from two homes into one and they are departing with some fantastic antiques, tools and other collectibles. This auction features tons of unique curated collectibles: items of local history, paper ephemera, many cast iron pieces, axes, hatchets, vises and other tools, fishing lures in great condition, crocks, quilts, farm items and more. 

***Buyer, please note, for both Preview and Pick-up, Lots 1-300 and 400-402 are located at 2740 Dry Valley Road, Radford, VA 24141. Lots 301-355 are located at 2711 Old Baltimore Rd. Draper, VA 24324

An exciting early Fall coin auction with various coin series providing many scarce and rare dates, plus a substantial amount of gold and silver lots. Many coins have been certified by various certification services. Lots include rarities such as 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln cent, the 1955/55 double die Lincoln cent graded XF by ANACS. A significant number of Morgan and Peace dollars will be available as well as proof and mint sets. This auction will include some modern commemorative coins and coin sets plus a nice group of type coins. There is something available for the discriminating collector as well as the investor. With the holidays approaching here is an opportunity to acquire some wonderful items for presents or a coin you need to fill in something missing your own collection. 

We are pleased to help Ms. Nevers transition to a simpler less chaotic lifestyle of a gallery owner, instructor and artist. As she frees her time to allow for more creative endeavors, she is releasing items from her personal collection, her shop inventory and many pieces of her own art.

Ms. Nevers has a vast collection of her work in Oil, Watercolor, mixed media & more. Featured selections include two original works from renowned artist Greg Osterhaus, works by P. Buckley Moss and several other International artists & Instructors. She is now releasing these works to be shared with others. Ms. Nevers studied & trained sharpening her eye and skills all over the world which is evident in her works. She also has an eye for repurposing items for home decor. Those items she had in her gallery will also be available. 

*Buyers who purchase small items and artwork may pick these up between 9:00am to 1:00pm on day of removal. Those purchasing furniture will need to come between 1:00pm to 4:00pm. 

Farmer Auctions is pleased to present the Kenneth and Phyllis Farst estate collection of Johnson City Tennessee!

They were two Ohio State University graduates which is reflected in a variety of jackets, glassware, and memorabilia. Shared hobbies included pets, parenting, reading, travel, gardening, cooking, collecting pottery and both were active participants in their extended families lives. They inherited and cherished antiques from their parents' estates including a Collection of Stoneware crocks, Fishing tackle, H-I, Southbend, Heddon & more rods & reels. Collection of vintage Briar smoking pipes! Singer sewing machine, spinning wheel, rope bed and a variety of china, sterling silver Sculpture by Reed & Barton flatware set and more!

Vehicles include 1985 Ford Bronco, 2005 Ford Taurus, 1995 Buick Century Station Wagon & 1985 Chris Craft Cruiser!!

Phyllis was a lifelong early childhood educator. Ken was an industrial engineer who designed and oversaw the construction of the multilevel "Dream Home" where they lived for 54 years.  Its high beam ceilings, ample wall space and 70's color scheme intentionally complimented Ken's acquired hunting/fishing trophies from Ohio, VA, FL, TN, WY, CO, Canada and Alaska.  His passion for hunting/fishing is represented in a variety of offered tackle, rods, jackets, hats, books and vintage decorative items.  In the early 70's, Ken's engineering career took him to the Bahamas and Haiti where he purchased several native carvings, a painting and where he scuba dive for a collection of coral/ shells, all of which are being offered. 

Much of the original Midcentury Modern furniture is in the auction including a Sculptra Broyhill dining room table/chairs & hutch, executive desk, set of china, end tables, kitchen table with 4 swivel chairs, lamps, bar stools, and a master bedroom set. Ken was also a photographer and carpenter which is reflected in items offered in the house, garage & woodworking shop.  The woodworking shop includes Lots of Craftsman tools, antique planes, saws, power tools & more!!!

Ken switched careers midlife and became the owner of a boat store named Tri Marine City. This led to his passion for teaching safe community boating classes via the Power Squadron and becoming an active member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary where he was known for his expertise as a navigation instructor.  Therefore, there are numerous marine related items offered in the auction including a 1985 23 ft Chris Craft Cruiser with an inboard/outboard Mercruiser engine with an EZ loader trailer, boat/ motor-related tools, Mercury manuals, advertising signs, mechanic uniforms, jackets and hats!