Treasure Hunt Sunday: Antiques, Auctions & Appraisals

Sunday, February 1, 2026

for the Burchard Galleries Antiques & Fine Arts Auctioneers Call-In Show — St. Petersburg's longest-running, most electrifying treasure-hunting adventure on the airwaves, hosted by veteran auctioneer Jeffrey Burchard with over 40 years of expertise at the helm of Burchard Galleries. This fast-paced, one-of-a-kind hour transforms ordinary radio listening into an interactive quest for hidden value, where listeners from across Florida and beyond call in live (toll-free at 877-969-8600), text photos of their items to 727-560-5333, or email [email protected] to get expert, real-time appraisals in the international fine arts auction arena. Jeffrey Burchard, the enthusiastic president of Burchard Galleries — a West Central Florida institution internationally recognized for delivering quality estate-fresh antiques, fine art, jewelry, mid-century modern pieces, and collectibles to the marketplace — dives deep into the thrill of auctions, sharing blow-by-blow recaps of recent blockbuster sales at their longtime St. Petersburg location (2528 30th Avenue North). Hear jaw-dropping stories of overlooked treasures turning into big money: a tarnished 19th-century English sterling silver casserole set hidden in a breakfront cabinet fetching $2,750; dazzling black Tahitian pearl and diamond earrings from an estate selling for $750; rare Highwaymen paintings by foundational artists like Robert Butler spotlighted in upcoming catalogs; life-size Moooi horse lamps, museum-quality bronzes, Oriental rugs with sky-high knot counts, and even rescued sci-fi horror sculptures (think Jeepers Creepers and Resident Evil figures valued over $3,900 each) pulled from forgotten storage pods in dramatic "Storage Wars"-style hauls. Jeffrey educates and entertains with insider knowledge on market trends — what's soaring (like certain Highwaymen works or post-hurricane demand for fine rugs), what's cooling (mass-produced Wedgwood or over-polished silver), and how to spot authenticity, provenance, and true rarity using global auction databases few have access to. Listeners get practical advice on everything from violin bows made of endangered Pernambuco wood (prized for their spring and memory) to the difference between fantasy online listings and real-world sold prices, plus tips on "know before you sell" to avoid giving away fortunes. Preview the next monthly two-day extravaganza — a Discovery Sale packed with surprises and a Premier Auction featuring 1,000+ lots from multi-generational estates, storage locker windfalls, and consignments — complete with online catalogs, live internet bidding, and in-person excitement that feels like a carnival of treasures spilling into the parking lot. Whether you're downsizing, inheriting the "mother lode," stumped by an attic mystery, or just love the adrenaline of naming your own price to win the bid, this show delivers education, laughter, surprises, and the genuine joy of discovery. It's more than appraisals — it's a community celebration of antiques, collectibles, and the stories behind them, proving that one phone call, text, or visit to burchardgalleries.com could turn "what is this old thing?" into life-changing cash or the perfect addition to your collection. Don't miss the fastest hour in radio — join Jeffrey Burchard Sundays and let the treasure hunt begin!

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