Big Bang Auction

2.5 miles from our office, location for pickup will be in invoice email
Evansville, IN 47715

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Date(s) 7/19/2025 - 8/10/2025

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION - JULY 19 - AUGUST 10, 2025

Past Auction
Online Only Auction
Shipping Available

Bidding Notice:

Bidding Notice This is an Online-Internet Only Auction. All bidding will take place online. You must contact us prior to auction end if you want 5% cash discount, otherwise credit card will be processed immediately following auction close.

Auction Notice:

APPOINTMENT ONLY PICKUP, LINK WILL BE IN WINNING BIDDER INVOICE ALONG WITH ADDRESS FOR PICKUP. PICKUP IS ONSITE, NOT AT OUR LOCATION.

Auction Information
Name THE ESTATE OF JACK AND MARY MADDEN EVANSVILLE IN
Auctioneer
Type Online Only Auction
Date(s) 7/19/2025 - 8/10/2025
Auction Date/Time Info
ONLINE ONLY AUCTION - JULY 19 - AUGUST 10, 2025
Preview Date/Time PREVIEW BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, CONTACT US
Checkout Date/Time WINNING LOT PICKUP: ONSITE, NOT AT OUR OFFICE Where: Location will be given in invoice email, located 2.5 miles from our office in Evansville, IN When: TUESDAY AUGUST 12, 2025 (APPT RANGE FROM 9-4 PM) NO EXCEPTIONS unless arranged prior to close. THIS IS AN ONSITE PICKUP AND TIME WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT AND ON ONE DAY ONLY. LINK FOR APPOINTMENT WILL BE WINNING BIDDER EMAIL. If you request to be a cash buyer and fail to pickup on the appointed date, your credit card on file will be charged unless we are notified. If you fail to pickup and credit card is declined, you may be permanently declined on Hibid from future auctions. SHIPPING: Only items with SHIPPING AVAILABLE listed can be shipped. Add a note to the auctioneer when registering, email ohiovalleyar@gmail.com or call us at 812.220.9060 if you request shipping. A MINIMUM shipping charge of $15 (if cost is greater thatn $15, then retail shipping cost will be charged) Shipping costs are invoiced separately and will not begin until after in- person pickup is complete. Processing time is 10-15 business days AFTER IN PERSON PICKUP. No invoice will be sent unless specifically requested, card on Hibid will be charged for retail shipping cost. *Follow the Green and Yellow signs upon pickup. Please park your vehicle and enter the building. No Curbside. BRING ASSISTANCE FOR OVERSIZED ITEMS - Home is three levels, please note lots that are located upstairs, basement. You are responsible for removing all items listed and without damage to the home. We cannot guarantee assistance so bring help to remove large or heavy items. Bring packing materials and boxes. Please contact us via email : ohiovalleyar@gmail.com to schedule a preview of any item. Preview times will be by appointment weekdays. To be considered a cash/check buyer, you must contact us prior to auction close, credit cards are charged after auction close. Check payment for established bidders with local bank check (contact us prior if you have questions).
Location
Buyer Premium 15% (contact us for 5% cash discount)
Description
Big Bang Auction is proud to present the very clean, lifelong estate of Jack and Mary Madden of Evansville, IN. The auction has an abundance of collectibles and treasures that would compliment anyone's collection and may even help start a new collection. A sampling of the items offered for auction are FOE 10k diamond ring, MCM furniture, televisions, framed art prints, Corning Ware blue cornflower dishes, Longaberger baskets, kitchen glassware and utensils, pottery, vintage Tupperware, a large collection of Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh cards, variety of trading cards, office supplies, filing cabinets, vintage sweaters, beauty care supplies, jewelry boxes, plastic storage containers, books and cookbooks, Mary & Joseph chalkware, vintage magazines and Sports Illustrated, Easter/Halloween decorations, a large collection of Christmas decor, vintage Christmas Blow Molds, dinnerware sets, Fenton ruffled basket custard Uranium, clear, Swarovski and Waterford crystal glass, Sony digital HandyCam, Canon Powershot A20 camera, vintage Holland Custard & Ice Cream advertising tray, an extensive collection of Hummel Club figurines & books, stools and step stools and step ladders, lamps, planters, glass top side tables, golf putter and ball retrievers, vaccums, Thomas Kincaide prints, Cherry Dining Room table with 6 chairs, upholstered sitting chairs, sterling silver flatware, silver plated flatware, gemstone desk globes, paperweights, vintage milk glass ruffled vase, Cpap machines and supplies, So-Clean Cpap cleaner, TootsieToy blue car, Mirrored lighted Cherry curio cabinet, vintage post cards, silver plated trays and platters, salt & pepper shakers, vintage 24" ceramic lighted Christmas tree, twin and full size beds w/mattress, bookshelves (wood, plastic and metal), bath towels and linens, Boy/Girl Scout patches, vintage green desk from The Woodshed, vintage Courtney hats, vintage board games and kids toys, Bend of the River Tole House Christmas decor, vintage Tell City rocking chair, box lots, small electronics, art deco furniture, beer steins, vintage blow mold tractors, Kenmore Electric range, several vintage sewing machines and tables and sewing supplies, aluminum tea kettles, antique kraut cutter, cast iron dutch oven, blue iron frame day bed, oak wood trunk, plastic tables, granite ware oval roasters, large lot of vintage beer cans, large selection of medical assist equipment (walkers, wheelchair, canes), Schwinn fitness bike, fitness trampoline, personal safes, hose reel w/hose, extension cords, shop towels and rags, military foot locker and bag, lawn chairs, vintage kids roll top desk and school desk, vintage baby carriage, STIHL rechargeable leaf blower, 50's Roly Poly Weeble Wobble Owl toy, kids archery bow and arrow, saws, ladders garden tools, large variety of vintage sears kids kitchen toys and playsets, vintage tin two story doll houses, Daisy BB gun, sports balls and gear, vintage doll bunk bed, Underwood typewriter, Gazelle exercise glider, vintage wood sleds, antique hand plow, vintage grain/mill grinder, state license plates, Kindle Fire w/case, Xbox One, vintage Gabbigale dolls, vintage Easy Bake Oven with box, 1960-1970's baseball and football cards, vintage Fort Apache Frontier play set, Jurassic Park vehicles, GI Joe, Johnny West and Batman toys and playsets, vintage comics, '48 Eagles Constitution for Subordinates Aeries, Tigers Triplets Programs and Stan Musial photo, 10k gold ring, costume jewelry, sterling silver MI Hummel club charm, black coral earrings, FOE Past President 10k ring, pewter necklace/earrings, Cub Scout sterling silver ring, topaz 10k ring, women's watches, a variety of 10k and 14k gold jewelry, vintage jewelry and sterling silver and so much more! All items are sold AS IS NO RETURNS. Most items have a description stating if item is complete, new or used, tested or not tested. If it doesn't state it, assume it hasn't been tested. Ask questions, ask to preview an item by appointment only with any questions. READ EACH ITEM DESCRIPTION & VIEW PICTURES BEFORE BIDDING. You are responsible to preview any item prior to bidding if you have any questions. Preview is available by appointment only. If you can't preview in person please contact us for more information or pictures. You WILL NOT be refunded if you receive an item and state it is not what you thought it was, you are responsible for preview. **INVOICES OVER $500 MAY BE SUBJECT TO SPECIAL PAYMENT TERMS, CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION** Auction dates & times: Online www.bigbangauction.hibid.com ONLINE Bidding Opens: SUNDAY JULY 19, 2025 ONLINE Bidding Ends: SUNDAY AUGUST 10, 2025, Lots begin closing at 7 pm CST WINNING LOT PICKUP: ONSITE, NOT AT OUR OFFICE Where: Location will be given in invoice email, located 2.5 miles from our office in Evansville, IN When: TUESDAY AUGUST 12, 2025 (9-4 PM) by appointment only. NO EXCEPTIONS unless arranged prior to close. THIS IS AN ONSITE PICKUP AND TIME WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT AND ON ONE DAY ONLY. LINK FOR APPOINTMENT WILL BE WINNING BIDDER EMAIL. If you request to be a cash buyer and fail to pickup on the appointed date, your credit card on file will be charged unless we are notified. If you fail to pickup and credit card is declined, you may be permanently declined on Hibid from future auctions. SHIPPING: Only items with SHIPPING AVAILABLE listed can be shipped. Add a note to the auctioneer when registering, email ohiovalleyar@gmail.com or call us at 812.220.9060 if you request shipping. A MINIMUM shipping charge of $15 (if cost is greater thatn $15, then retail shipping cost will be charged) Shipping costs are invoiced separately and will not begin until after in- person pickup is complete. Processing time is 10-15 business days AFTER IN PERSON PICKUP. No invoice will be sent unless specifically requested, card on Hibid will be charged for retail shipping cost. *Follow the Green and Yellow signs upon pickup. BRING ASSISTANCE FOR OVERSIZED ITEMS - Home is three levels, please note lots that are located upstairs, basement. You are responsible for removing all items listed and without damage to the home. We cannot guarantee assistance so bring help to remove large or heavy items. Bring packing materials and boxes. Please contact us via email : ohiovalleyar@gmail.com to schedule a preview of any item. Preview times will be by appointment weekdays. To be considered a cash/check buyer, you must contact us prior to auction close, credit cards are charged after auction close. Check payment for established bidders with local bank check (contact us prior if you have questions). Robert Neaveill, Auctioneer AU11900034 Indiana 286431 Kentucky
Auction Terms & Conditions Warranties: Everything is sold AS IS/WHERE IS with no warranties, representation or guarantees expressed or implied or otherwise given. ALL SALES ARE FINAL – NO RETURNS/REFUNDS!! Big Bang Auction assumes no responsibility for any missing or incorrect listing information. Big Bang Auction has put forth every effort in listing items for this auction to provide an accurate description of all items. All information is gathered from sources believed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate. Item descriptions by staff are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. Item descriptions can be edited or cancelled at any time without notice. It is the bidder’s responsibility to determine the condition of each item. Bidders are encouraged to attend scheduled inspection/preview days and times. All bidders agree that it is his or her own decision to bid and the amount he or she bids has been solely based on his or her own independent inspection and evaluation of items. Big Bang Auction, at it’s sole discretion, reserves the right to cancel this auction or remove any item or lot from the auction prior to the close of the auction. Photographs and Descriptions: Big Bang Auction regularly posts item descriptions and photographs to aid bidders in the bidding process and makes every effort to ensure that the descriptions and photographs posted accurately represent the items being offered for sale. In some photographs, multiple items may appear to be joined as a single unit, however, you should not assume that a lot consists of more than one item simply because various items appear connected or are featured in the same photograph. Also understand that, on occasion, the wrong photograph may be displayed for a given time. At all times you are bidding on items as they are described on this website, not as they appear in any photograph. Technical Difficulties: In the event that there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Big Bang Auction reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software or Big Bang Auction shall be held responsible for a missed bid or failure of the software to function properly for any reason. Payment: a) All purchases will automatically be charged to the buyer’s credit card on file with HiBid the morning following the close of the auction. If you do not wish to have your credit card charged for your purchases, please contact us at least 24 hours before the end of the auction to make other arrangements for payment. If we are not notified at least 24 hours before the end of the auction the credit card on file will be charged. b) Sales tax will be charged and collected on all purchases, as required by appropriate state/local laws. If you are sales tax exempt, you will need to provide to us the correct form (IN ST105) PRIOR TO AUCTION END, OTHERWISE TAX WILL BE CHARGED AND NOT REFUNDED. http://www.valero.com/BusinessPartners/Documents/IN Sales tax Exemption ST105.pdf. c) Buyer's Premium will be charged as per auction see buyer’s premium terms for rates. d) Buyer specifically waves the right to dispute or deny payment for any purchases made with a credit card. e) No items will be removed until they have been paid for. f) Returned check fee $25. g) Coin, Currency, Gold & Silver purchases over $500.00 will be accepted by certified check, money order, or bank wire Close & Pickup: This auction features a two (2) minute soft close with a fourty-five (45) second stagger time for each lot. Please see information list for pick-up date(s) and location. Winning Bidder Responsibilities/Liability: Your winning bid represents an irrevocable contract. You are responsible for paying for all items in which you were the high bidder. If you cannot pay for items or do not agree to the Auction Terms, including the Buyer’s premium, please refrain from bidding. Winning bidders are responsible for repairs, if damage is done to the auction building upon loadout. Big Bang Auction does not lend out any equipment for loading items. Winning bidder is responsible for removal of all items won. Please plan to bring packing materials and boxes, if needed, as well as assistance to move heavy items to your vehicle and any tools that may be needed to dismantle. Big Bang Auction assumes no responsibility for your purchases. The winning bidder assumes and does agree to indemnify and hold Big Bang Auction and seller harmless from any future claim that shall pertain to fitness or use of the item being purchased. Persons attending during inspection, sale or removal of items assume all risks of damage or loss to person and property and specifically release and indemnify Big Bang Auction from liability. Neither Big Bang Auction or the seller shall be liable by reason of any defect in or condition of the premises in which the sale is held. Pickup & Shipping: Items are to be picked up on the arranged pick up days. If you are not able to pick up on the arranged pick up days, you must contact Big Bang Auction immediately to make other arrangements. All items not picked up within 7 days of the auction’s end date, when an alternative pick up arrangement has not been made, will be forfeited back to Big Bang Auction and subject to be reauctioned. No refunds will be issued and bidder will be subject to permanant removal from future bidding privleges. Big Bang Auction will ship items, at Winning Bidder’s Expense, that are small enough to be shipped in USPS Priority Mail or Flat Rate Boxes. Fragile items and items that weigh over 20 pounds will need to be picked up or Winning Bidder can arrange for shipping through a professional packing/shipping service at Winning Bidder’s expense. Winning Bidder is responsible for making shipping arrangements and all associated costs. Shipping and handling charges incurred by Big Bang Auction will be charged to the credit card on file upon completion of packaging and shipping. All packages being shipped by Big Bang Auction will be shipped with insurance no less than the price of the winning bid. All packages being shipped will have a minimum of $15 shipping and handling charge. Please allow 10-15 business days after the last scheduled pick up date for items to be shipped. No furniture will be shipped. Winning bidders of furniture must make their own shipping arrangements (including palleting) or take delivery of the furniture items at the auction house. Consignors & Bidders: a) All consignors must fill out a contract with Big Bang Auction, sign forms and abide by our terms listed. b) No consignor, seller, or agent for seller has the right to bid on their consigned goods. c) Any employee of Big Bang Auction may bid at any auction if they wish to purchase an item. d) All items become the sole responsibility of the winning bidder when the auctioneer confirms your bid as the successful winner. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. e) If there is any dispute between two or more bidders, the auction company or its’ auctioneer, may decide the successful bidder. The decision of the auction company, or its’ auctioneer, shall be final and absolute. Reserves: Any and all items that Big Bang Auction agrees to sell are subject to a reserve as per Indiana State Auction Law. Documents: a) All documents must be completed in full by buyers and sellers. For Example: Death Certificates, Letters of Authority, Creditor Leins, and UCC's when purchasing vehicles, firearms, etc. b) All gun buyers will be required to fill out a 4473 form and pass a background check. Out of state buyers will be required to have any and all guns shipped to an FFL (Federal Firearms License) Dealer. Compliance: Big Bang Auction is in complete accordance with Indiana statutes and Indiana Administrative codes, Title 25, Title 812, Department of Revenue Tax Bulletin #20, and Reference IC 6-2-4. Currency USD Buyer Premium 15% Payment Terms All winning bidders must use the credit card on file with HiBid for payments, unless other arrangements have been made. All credit cards will be charged the morning following the close of the auction.
Your bid must adhere to the bid increment schedule.
Bid Amount Bid Increment
0.00 - 25.00 1.00 USD
25.01 - 50.00 2.00 USD
50.01 - 75.00 3.00 USD
75.01 - 100.00 4.00 USD
100.01 - 200.00 5.00 USD
200.01 - 500.00 10.00 USD
500.01 - 975.00 25.00 USD
975.01 - 2,000.00 100.00 USD
2,000.01 - 9,750.00 250.00 USD
9,750.01 - 9,999,999.99 500.00 USD
Currency USD
Buyer Premium 15% (contact us for 5% cash discount)
Payment Terms
Payment: a) All purchases will automatically be charged to the buyer’s credit card on file with HiBid immediately following the close of the auction. If you do not wish to have your credit card charged for your purchases, please contact us at least 24 hours before the end of the auction to make other arrangements for payment. If we are not notified at least 24 hours before the end of the auction the credit card on file will be charged. b) Sales tax will be charged and collected on all purchases, as required by appropriate state/local laws. If you are sales tax exempt, you will need to provide to us the correct form (IN ST105). https://www.valero.com/en-us/Documents/Branded/IN%20Sales%20tax%20Exemption%20ST105.pdf c) Buyer's Premium will be charged as per auction see buyer’s premium terms for rates. d) Buyer specifically waves the right to dispute or deny payment for any purchases made with a credit card. e) No items will be removed until they have been paid for. f) $25 returned check fee.
WINNING LOT PICKUP: (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - LINK TO SIGN UP WILL BE EMAILED) Where: ADDRESS WILL BE DISCLOSED IN WINNING BIDDER INVOICE EMAIL W/LINK FOR APPT. When: TUESDAY AUGUST 12, 2025 (APPT RANGE FROM 9-4 PM) ***(BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, FOLLOW LINK IN YOUR INVOICE EMAIL. IF APPOINTMENT IS NOT MADE YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO WAIT UNTIL AN OPENING IS AVAILABLE THAT DAY.*** NO EXCEPTIONS unless arranged prior to close. Any other day/time is by appointment only, please contact us prior to auction ending to make arrangements. If you request to be a cash buyer and fail to pickup on the appointed date, your credit card on file will be charged unless we are notified. If you fail to pickup and credit card is declined, you may be permanently declined on Hibid from future auctions. Add a note to the auctioneer when registering, email ohiovalleyar@gmail.com or call us at 812.220.9060 if you request shipping. A MINIMUM shipping charge of $15 (if cost is greater thatn $15, then retail shipping cost will be charged) Shipping costs are invoiced separately and will not begin until after in- person pickup is complete. Processing time is 10-15 business days AFTER IN PERSON PICKUP. No invoice will be sent unless specifically requested, card on Hibid will be charged for retail shipping cost. *Follow the Green and Yellow signs upon pickup. BE SURE TO MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT! BRING ASSISTANCE FOR OVERSIZED ITEMS. BASEMENT ITEMS ARE LISTED IN LOTS 124-188. PREVIEW is SUNDAY MARCH 2 (1-3 PM) To be considered a cash/check buyer, you must contact us prior to auction close, credit cards are charged after auction close. Check payment for established bidders with local bank check (contact us prior if you have questions). Pickup & Shipping: Items are to be picked up on the arranged pick up days. If you are not able to pick up on the arranged pick up days, you must contact Big Bang Auction immediately to make other arrangements. All items not picked up within 7 days of the auction’s end date, when an alternative pick up arrangement has not been made, will be forfeited back to Big Bang Auction and subject to be reauctioned. No refunds will be issued. Big Bang Auction will ship items, at Winning Bidder’s Expense, Fragile items and items that weigh over 20 pounds will need to be picked up or Winning Bidder can arrange for shipping through a professional packing/shipping service at Winning Bidder’s expense. Winning Bidder is responsible for making shipping arrangements and all associated costs. Shipping and handling charges incurred by Big Bang Auction will be charged to the credit card on file upon completion of packaging and shipping. All packages being shipped by Big Bang Auction will be shipped with insurance no less than the price of the winning bid. All packages being shipped will have a minimum of $15 shipping and handling charge. Please allow 10-15 business days after the last scheduled pick up date for items to be shipped. No furniture will be shipped. Winning bidders of furniture must make their own shipping arrangements (including palleting) or take delivery of the furniture items at the auction house.