Mastro Auctions

Biography

Staffed by leading industry experts with the most hobby experience, Mastro Auctions provides unequaled knowledge and expertise in all areas of collecting including evaluations, appraisal, authentication, as well as the entire auction process. Mastro Auctions is the only collectibles auction source that offers everything a buyer or seller of Fine Art, Sports and/or Americana memorabilia might need and it's all under one roof. When it comes to results, there isn't another auction source than can compete with Mastro Auctions' track record for quality, comprehensive services with the latest internet technology and consistent innovations. Mastro Auctions is also the world's premier source for Sports and Americana memorabilia and is the undisputed king of multi-consignment auctions.

Mastro Auctions holds Connoisseur Live Auction Events three times a year, offering fine and decorative arts, under the guidance of Nicholas M. Dawes. The company is the nation's leading resource for collectors of Rene Lalique glass.

Mastro Auctions is part of the Silkroad Equity family of companies. The firm's corporate headquarters are located in Burr Ridge, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois. In the past two years the company has generated more than $80 million in sales. The company is the brainchild of collectibles pioneer, William Mastro, who served as an international consultant for Sotheby's before starting his own firm. Initially, Mastro Auctions focused on the finest sports memorabilia. More recently, the firm has added several divisions (Americana, Fine Art and Comics) with impressive results. Each auction is accessible to bidders by phone and internet. Each auction's closing dates are preceded by an impressive auction catalog that provides photos and extensive background on each item offered. Interested buyers need to pre-register to bid. This can be done by calling 630-472-1200 or by visiting www.mastroauctions.com.