This is a useful service. It specializes in postcards, antiques, collectibles, stamps, coins, and currency. Playle's had more than 2500 lots distributed among 100 categories, and there appeared to be active bidding. There were, however, a few good items, including some Victorian jewelry. The greatest activity seemed to be in sports cards and postcards.
Consignors keep possession of their lots and handle all money transactions and shipping.
Playle's says sellers cannot bid on their own lots, and there are no reserves, but there are minimum starting bids on most lots. The bidding interface is quite easy to use and includes some nice features, such as automatic bidding up to your stated maximum. There are many software packages for antiques collectors. One of the most complete and flexible is Collectorpro 97, a product of Dimark Group, PO Box 2797, Murfreesboro, TN 37133-2797. Collectorpro 97 comes in two versions.