Estate Sales & Auction Blog

Meet Maria, a long-time member of the BRG family, whose life has been deeply affected by her husband’s battle with ALS. We invite you to learn more about her story and how you can help support ALS United Connecticut in their fight against this devastating disease. Join us in making a difference.

Discover the world of timeless treasures with Sally Nicol, curator and owner of The Cary Cottage in Cary, NC. Dive into her curation and glean insights from her vast experience as a vintage aficionado and long-time BRG customer.

Don't let Black Rock Galleries' emails end up in spam! Discover why whitelisting is essential for auction enthusiasts, and learn how recipient actions can impact email delivery.

Luxury isn’t always about the price tag; it’s about curated elegance, meticulous detailing, and stories that each piece whispers. Ashley Piomelli, interior designer and creative genius behind Spackle and Shine, curates her favorite lots. If you wonder how to transform your living space without breaking the bank, continue reading.

May is for mothers! BRG loves moms, whether they're customers, clients, and employees alike. BRG extends our warmest wishes for a very happy Mother's Day (and every day) to moms, grandmothers, step-moms, foster-moms, in fact, all women who care for children!

BRG has some important updates for our customers to know. Our administrative headquarters is moving from our Bridgeport location to Fairfield which leaves plenty of room for our consignment and design showroom to take over our Bridgeport facility with new hours for the public.

If you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.

Romance is in the air. There’s no better time than the present to start thinking about popping the question. If you or someone you know is ready to propose, it's a great time to consider vintage engagement rings. Check out these do's and don'ts when shopping for vintage, antique, and heirloom engagement rings.

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.

Every August, National Wear Your Mother's Jewelry Day occurs without much fanfare and without much notice. But this year, we got to thinking, what might be so special about your mother's (or grandmother's) jewelry that there's a day dedicated to it? That question led us to consider all jewelry passed down from our forbears ... heirloom jewelry and to inquire for industry experts their tips for sourcing and passing down heirloom jewelry.