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Bridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Part II - 50 Reasons to 'I Spy' the Estate of Jay Paul

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.24.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
BRG presents it's estate collection of Jay Paul version of I Spy. | BRG

Who says only children can enjoy a good ‘I spy’ game? In the BRG estate version of I Spy, we take a look at a June 1982 edition of House in the Hamptons magazine article featuring the fabulous Bridgehampton, NY home of Jay Paul. What you can spy with your grown-up eye?

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BRG-Raleigh Opens Second Regional Warehouse

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.27.21 | Admin
BRG-Apex awaits signage installation, but the warehouse is operational for local auction pick-ups (as posted online). | BRG

The building signage may not yet be installed, but BRG-Raleigh at Apex is operational. Our growth in Raleigh led BRG to opening a second regional location and we are thrilled to be expanding. Here is some important information about operations between our Cary and Apex locations.

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Jewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Blingology - Jewelry & Gemology Primer | BRG

Large. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.

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Introducing a Safer Way to Consign

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 04.14.20 | Jennifer Ventresca
This 24kt gold with diamond accent woven jewelry suite is one of thousands of items consigned to BRG. | BRG

With the country shutting down because of COVID-19, we've been looking for ways to help our consignors to earn more for their smalls -- all from the comfort of their homes. Introducing the latest initiative born from our search ... Consign by Mail.

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Sanford L. Batkin: Activist, Collector, & Renaissance Man

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.19.20 | Jennifer Ventresca
Sanford L. Batkin (Sandy) in uniform during WWII | BRG

Over the years, we have serviced thousands of estates and their respective families. It's not often that we see estates that fall into the "veritable time capsule" category for the quality of their collections. When we do, we like to highlight them in a special way. But, the real story often comes to light when we dig beyond the tangible "stuff" contained within the estate -- when we get an in-depth glimpse at the person behind the estate. Such is the case with Sandy.

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Singing the Blues: Rethinking Your Color Scheme

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 12.10.19 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a blue girl. If I'm out shopping, I immediately gravitate towards all things blue (patterned, printed, solid). My children roll their eyes anytime I stop to look at something blue, with a quick roll of their eyes and an under-the-breath utterance of "of course you'd stop for that!" I wasn't always open about being a blue girl....

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Managing Partners Become Life Partners

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 06.11.19 | ADMIN
Business partners will become life partners. | BRG

It's official. BRG's managing partners, Christie and Grant, will officially "tie the knot." While they often refer to themselves as husband and wife, it was never bona fide. Well, in a late-afternoon summertime wedding with close family and friends in attendance and an outdoor wedding reception to follow, this will all change...

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Estate Sales & Consignments for the 21st Century

Estates 101 | PUBLISHED 02.01.18 | Jennifer Ventresca
Online estate sales and online estate auctions | BRG

Estate sales “junkies” are amazingly dedicated to the art of seeking treasures. Yes, we’re calling it an art -- defined as something that is created with imagination and skill. While estate sale buyers are not necessarily creating anything, they approach estate sales with great imagination and skill. With the spring estate sale season about to launch....

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Exceptional Fall Greenwich Sale Highlights Fine Art, Jewelry, & More!

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 11.09.17 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Black Rock Galleries is pleased to offer this exceptional sale featuring a wonderful collection of fine art, antiques, jewelry, furniture, and curiosities hailing from fine estates throughout New England and New York. The art truly shines and is....

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Proudly Supporting The Cancer Beat

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.28.17 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Social responsibility manifests itself in many ways. For some it is about environmental issues. For others it is political. For others still, it is about giving back to the community in a meaningful way. Over the years, we have tried to integrate social responsibility within our business culture by targeting local

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