The most expensive crab sold at auction is JP¥5,000,000 (US$45,838.33; £35,711.47; €41,439.09), purchased by Kanemasa – Hamashita Shoten Co., Ltd. (Japan), sold at Tottori Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative Karo Branch, in Tottori, Tottori, Japan, on 7 November 2019.
The crab was Chionoecetes opilio, also known as snow crab, although it is called Matsuba crab in the region, its shell was 14.6 cm wide, weighed 1.24 kg. The price is the bid price at the auction excluding tax. The buyer paid 5,400,000 JPY including 8% of Japanese consumption tax. Tottori Prefectural Government brands their top quality Matsuba crab as “Itsukiboshi” (5 shining star crab), having strict criteria. Matsuba crabs are only available for 5 months of the year, from November until March.
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History of Auctioneering
Bonhams founded in London in 1793, Bonhams is a privately owned auction house that focuses on fine art, antiques, and collectibles.
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Founded in London in 1796 by Harry Phillips, Phillips began as a general auctioneer before shifting its focus to fine art and antiques in the 20th century. The auction house has a reputation for its innovative approach to contemporary art, design, and photography auctions. Phillips is known for its themed sales and curated exhibitions, showcasing emerging and established artists alike. The house operates through a combination of live and online auctions, catering to a diverse range of collectors.
In 2022, Phillips made record sales reporting a total of $746 million in both auctions and private sales. Phillips was the first auction house to introduce themed sales, such as the “New Now” auction series focusing on emerging contemporary artists.
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Mayor and Common Council in Appleton create ordinance that you need a license in Appleton to Auction.
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Freeman Hotel, Black River Falls, WI
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Year: 1951
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NAA’s 1958 Convention was held July 17-18-19 at the Hotel Statler in Buffalo, New York.
Country: United States
Year: 1958
Date: July 17
Source: https://mikebrandlyauctioneer.wordpress.com/2018/02/13/national-auctioneers-association-conference-show-locations/
Glenn Hellberg was the World Livestock Auctioneer Champion in 1965.
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Midway Motor Lodge, La Crosse, WI
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The Livestock Marketing Association (LMA), headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, is North America’s leading, national trade association dedicated to serving its members in the open and competitive auction method of marketing livestock. Founded in 1947, LMA has more than 800 member businesses across the U.S. and Canada and remains invested in both the livestock and livestock marketing industries through member support, education programs, policy representation and communication efforts.
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Year: 1974
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Country: United States
Year: 1976
Date: August 13
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