The month of August, traditionally dedicated to summer vacations, does not stop the auction world, which continues to offer opportunities for collectors. Although many Italian auction houses reduce their activities, the international scene remains vibrant, especially thanks to the flexibility of online auctions. Between Aug. 6 and Aug. 14, 2025, the calendar offers appointments not to be missed, with offerings ranging from antique art to design, from jewelry to collectible cars.
The international scene is even more packed with events. Sotheby’ s presents, from August 11 to 14, The Gem Drop August online auction, a must-see event for jewelry enthusiasts. Also Sotheby’s, in collaboration with RM Sotheby’s, is organizing the RM Sotheby’s Sealed - McLaren F1 062 auction in Monterey, California, an exceptional event for luxury car collectors to be held Aug. 13-16. Also, for basketball lovers, the NBA Auctions : Summer Series online auction will be held from Aug. 13 to 20.
Bonhams, from Aug. 13 to 15, presents The Quail Auction, another prestigious collector car auction in Carmel, Calif.
Austrian auction house Dorotheum is offering a Fine Jewels auction on Aug. 14, an opportunity to purchase fine jewelry.
Finally, Phillips is holding two auctions in Sydney, Australia, on August 11: one devoted to Fine & Decorative Arts and another to Modern & Antique Jewellery, which will attract collectors from around the world.
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Auctions August 6-14, 2025: jewelry, collectible cars and sports memorabilia |
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