Recession Fouls Basketball Superstar - A Player's Loss is Collectors' Gain at West Auctions
Tue, 28 Apr 2009, 16:32:22 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There are times when a team transcends the game and steps over the boundaries of the sports pages and into the consciousness of a nation. It could be argued that the Chicago Bulls during the mid 1990's was such a team - so well known that even people who never opened an issue of Sports Illustrated could name the starting lineup.

Turning Idle Tools into Productive Capital
Mon, 15 Sep 2008, 13:01:32 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heavy Equipment Auctioneers announced today their large semi-annual trucks, tools and equipment auction for Southwest Idaho. AJ Armstrong, a partner in the firm stated, 'We are excited to continue to offer an efficient marketplace to turn idle assets into productive capital. This live auction allows the hard working people that build and maintain our homes, businesses, roads and machines a way to both buy and sell the tools they need to get their important jobs accomplished.'

Real Estate Auction Could Yield a Bargain for Rare Diamond Head Oceanfront Land
Fri, 11 Apr 2008, 14:42:47 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When real estate sales are slow, the bargain hunters come out, and their favorite place to look for great deals is at real estate auctions. But not every real estate auction is a foreclosure. Honolulu real estate brokerage firm Elite Pacific Properties is holding a combined live and online auction for a rare parcel of oceanfront land in a highly desirable section of the pricey Diamond Head neighborhood.

Baseball Mementoes Remain Strong in a Weak Economy
Mon, 07 Apr 2008, 11:48:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BRONX, N.Y., April 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Baseball memorabilia guru Brian Cataquet, who runs Tobeeecat Auctions, a well known online sports card and memorabilia company, has received hundreds of emails from baseball fan collectors who are a little wary about their sports investments, asking the same question. 'Has the weak economy hurt the baseball card and memorabilia industry?' To answer this question in one word, the answer is, No!

A Holy Ride - Infamous Car Selling Again On eBay
Fri, 30 Mar 2007, 15:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
LONDON, U.K. - Mar. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The car that drew international attention and broke eBay records with over 10 million visitors to its auction page in May 2005, is now going to be put back on the auction block by GoldenPalace.com, the winners of the now famous collectible.

Simply Sapphires to Auction a Ceylon Sapphire Jewelry Suite to Benefit Doberman Rescue Unlimited
Mon, 29 Jan 2007, 14:44:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. - Jan. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simply Sapphires will auction off a 18 kt gold and sapphire jewelry suite (necklace, bracelet and earrings) to benefit Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU), announced John Tolliver, President and CEO of Simply Sapphires LLC. The auction will be held on the eBay Auction website January 29 - February 7, 2007.

BidTurf Celebrates Launch of Online Auction Site
Wed, 15 Nov 2006, 16:03:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
YORK, Pa. - Nov. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BidTurf.com, providers of one of the newest online trading opportunities, today unveiled its person-to-person, full featured auction service. The online auction will serve as a trading platform for users to easily browse, buy or sell virtually anything online with no listing or final sales fees.

TomKat Skat Relisted on eBay - TomKitten's 'First Poop' in Bronze is the ShaTizzle for Charity
Fri, 01 Sep 2006, 22:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Capla Kesting Gallery announced today that the Daniel Edwards sculpture of Suri Cruise's first poop in bronze, which has been covered internationally in the press this week and was the most e-mailed photo on Yahoo! on Thursday, is now back on eBay. The auction will benefit the March of Dimes charity.

Internet Casino Acquires Seattle Super Dog - eBay's Hottest Dog
Fri, 03 Feb 2006, 13:19:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
ARLINGTON, WA - Feb. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GoldenPalace.com, the internet casino known for its eccentric eBay purchases, has won an auction for a hot dog with a bid of $1800 US. GoldenPalace.com adds to its collection of eccentric items while benefiting cancer research.

Unique Internet Name Once Owned by Osama Bin Laden, Which Expired on 9-11-01, Now Promotes Peace Available for Auction
Fri, 20 Jan 2006, 14:58:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, CA - Jan. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- shrimpo LLC and Christopher Curry have made news previously when it announced that it had created a unique procedure to take control of the official Osama Bin Laden family website, (saudi-binladin-group.com), for which the domain registration expired simultaneously with the tragic events of September 11, 2001.

Former Internet Name Owned by Osama Bin Laden's Family Offers Message of Hope for Mankind Through Charity
Fri, 14 Oct 2005, 11:47:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Will the history books in 100 years tell of our use of technology to reach out to one another from the largest cities to the smallest villages across the globe? Will it tell of solutions to world hunger and environmental changes?' asks technology firm shrimpo LLC.

Controversial Binladin Family Website Goes up for Charity Auction
Fri, 07 Oct 2005, 15:14:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- shrimpo LLC is announcing for auction the domain name: saudi-binladin-group.com and associated Binladin domain names, once owned by Osama Binladin's family. These domain names, and their corresponding emails, were legally secured via a unique technology developed by Christopher Curry, Principal of shrimpo LLC, on September 11, 2001.

Limited-Edition IO2 Technology Heliodisplay, and Lunch With Inventor, for Winning eBay Bidder
Mon, 29 Aug 2005, 17:23:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHOENIX, Ariz. - August 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JK Venture Partners announced today that it has acquired the rights to sell on eBay some of the first IO2 Heliodisplays available on the market. The IO2 Heliodisplay is the patented display that projects a full-color image onto thin air. Individuals and businesses alike may bid to buy a Limited First Edition Heliodisplay M1, through eBay Auction number 5235836491.

Brokers of All Sorts Flock to eBay to Bid on (877) BROKERS Toll Free and Domain
Tue, 16 Aug 2005, 15:47:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - August 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Holy Grail of toll free numbers for brokers - (877) BROKERS - is up for auction on eBay by seller Nader Anise. It is item # 7537987363. Experts believe this may be one of the highest selling toll free numbers ever auctioned on eBay. The domain name, www.1-877-brokers.com, is also included as part of the package.

Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's Battle-Stained Bandage Sold On eBay
Fri, 12 Aug 2005, 17:23:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PARIS, FRANCE - August 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tying together the past and present, the authentic bandage that was used to treat the head injury of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon from the 1973 October War was sold on eBay to popular online casino GoldenPalace.com for $10,000. The seller claims to be the son of an army medic who changed Sharon's bandage and kept the bloodstained one as a souvenir.

For Patients with Primary-Progressive MS, Diamonds Really are a Best Friend
Mon, 20 Jun 2005, 21:17:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
FRESNO, Calif. - June 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kaizer Diamonds International, Inc., an industry leader in quality wholesale diamonds and diamond jewelry, today announced that they are beginning another Mystery Auction on eBay (eBay user ID - kdi-inc) to benefit research into new treatments for Primary-Progressive MS. The hidden treasure chest, prepared by Kaizer Diamonds, is guaranteed to contain items worth at least $100,000. All mystery items will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity as well as an appraisal.

New Zealand Company Auctions off the Chance of Becoming 'The 8th Wonder of the World'
Mon, 13 Jun 2005, 18:02:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Reprazent Clothing Company, a New Zealand innovator in interactive clothing concepts, is currently conducting an online auction which may well prove to be a world first. Internet auction site eBay is expected to field bids from around the globe, for the opportunity to become the first organization to be marketed around the world in this possibly revolutionary marketing campaign.

Kaizer Diamonds Announces Mystery Auction to Fund Multiple Sclerosis Research
Fri, 10 Jun 2005, 15:36:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
FRESNO, Calif. -- June 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kaizer Diamonds International, Inc., an industry leader in quality wholesale diamonds and diamond jewelry, today announced that it will begin holding mystery auctions on eBay to benefit MS research. The hidden treasure chest, prepared by Kaizer Diamonds, is guaranteed to contain items worth at least $100,000.00.

Goldenpalace.com Auctions Off 'Mystery Safe' Worth $1 Million Dollars!
Fri, 22 Apr 2005, 18:09:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
KNOXVILLE, TN - April 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GOLDENPALACE.COM, the girl who sold the rights to change her name for life to Golden Palace Casino has another controversial auction on eBay! Formerly Terri of Knoxville, TN, Ms. GOLDENPALACE.COM is now auctioning an 1100 pound 'Mystery Safe' with contents reportedly valued at $1 Million Dollars, making it the highest valued Mystery Auction to date!