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September Auction Rundown

Insurance, Luxury Assets & Collectibles

Published on: Jun 28, 2025

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September marks a global reawakening across the world’s top auction houses, as the fall season kicks off with a concentrated surge of collector activity. From Sotheby’s to Christie’s, Phillips to Bonhams, nearly every major house is stacking the calendar with high-profile events that span centuries, categories, and continents. Whether it’s museum-worthy contemporary art in Hong Kong, rare coins in Dallas, or Hockney editions in London, September offers something for every kind of collector — and at every price point. Notably, Sotheby’s launches a trio of standout sales in design, jewelry, and South Asian art, while Phillips commands attention with nine auctions in a single month, including spotlight sessions dedicated to fine watches and modern prints. September isn’t just busy — it’s bold, and a clear reminder that the collector economy doesn’t ease into fall. It roars into it.

Sotheby’s


Christie’s

  • Handbags & Accessories New York (Online)04-19 Sep – Curated selection of handbags from Hermès, Chanel, Dior and more. Exceptional Hermès Birkins are offered alongside rare Kellys, Constances and many more.


Bonhams

With such a packed runway of auctions, September sets the tone for what’s to come in Q4 — velocity, variety, and serious bidding. The cross-pollination of luxury categories this month (from sneakers to silver, fine art to rare spirits) proves that collectors are no longer confined by verticals; they’re guided by taste, timing, and opportunity. If July and August hinted at momentum, September confirms it: the global market is not just resilient — it’s thriving. Stay sharp, stay curious, and stay ready. The gavel is just getting warmed up.

- WAX Collector Intelligence

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Collector Intelligence is the cultural extension of WAX Collect — built for collectors, by collectors. It reflects our belief that protecting what you love starts with understanding what it means to own it. More than content, it’s a trusted source of insight and discovery that proves WAX isn’t just an InsurTech company — we speak the language of modern collectors and share their values.

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About Collector Intelligence

Collector Intelligence is the cultural extension of WAX Collect — built for collectors, by collectors. It reflects our belief that protecting what you love starts with understanding what it means to own it. More than content, it’s a trusted source of insight and discovery that proves WAX isn’t just an InsurTech company — we speak the language of modern collectors and share their values.

© 2025

All Rights Reserved

About Collector Intelligence

Collector Intelligence is the cultural extension of WAX Collect — built for collectors, by collectors. It reflects our belief that protecting what you love starts with understanding what it means to own it. More than content, it’s a trusted source of insight and discovery that proves WAX isn’t just an InsurTech company — we speak the language of modern collectors and share their values.

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All Rights Reserved