Buying
You will need to register for a buyer number prior to bidding at an auction, which can be done in person or via this website by clicking here or on the 'register' link in the header. You will need to provide us with your full name, address and contact details. Your buyer registration is permanent and can be used at any subsequent auction. There is no fee for this service.
First Time Buyers
Once you have registered you can bid on any lot in the sale. If you have never bid at auction before then it is advisable to watch the auctioneer for a few lots so that you understand how the bidding progresses. Do not be afraid to be bold with your bid and join the bidding early on so that the auctioneer can register your interest. If you have any questions or concerns, our staff will be happy to help you.
Absentee bids
If you wish to bid in the sale but can not attend the auction, then the auctioneer can bid on your behalf via an absentee bid. Bids must be received in plenty of time before the commencement of the sale and it is advisable to double check the lot numbers and the descriptions so that you leave the bids on the correct items.
Autobids
You can also leave Autobids. If you choose this option our system will automatically bid on your behalf up to the amount you specify during the sale. Your bids will appear as live internet bids to the Auctioneer, and the Auctioneer will not be aware of your maximum bid at any time. There is an additional 3% surcharge for this service.
Telephone bids
If you can not attend the auction and would prefer to book a telephone bid, we are happy to oblige. Telephone bids must be received by 6pm the day before the sale.
Live online bidding
You can bid through this website for both live and timed auctions. There is an additional 3% charge for this service. For Live auctions you can also bid through Easyliveauction.com with the option of a 3% of fixed £3 fee; or the-saleroom.com with a 4.95% fee. Timed auctions are also accessible through EasyliveAuction.com.
Condition of lots
Prospective buyers should ensure that they have inspected any items they intend to buy and satisfy themselves to the condition. Lots are sold 'as seen' and their condition can not be guaranteed.
Buyers Premium
The buyer's premium payable on the hammer price for whisky auctions is 20% and on all other auctions is is 24%, on which VAT is applicable.
Payment and Collection of purchases
Lots are available for collection throughout the sale and all goods should be paid for and collected within one week of the sale unless prior arrangements have been agreed. After this time you will be liable for a charge of £5 per lot per day plus any additional removal, storage or other associated charges incurred by the auctioneer in respect of the lot.
TIFFANY & CO DIAMOND BALL BYPASS BRACELET in eighteen carat rose gold, the diamonds totalling 1.14cts, from the Tiffany City HardWear Collection
about Lot 56
VICTORIAN EIGHTEEN CARAT GOLD CASED OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH the dial with engraved floral detail to the centre and Roman numerals, the case with profuse engraved decoration, case diameter 3.8cm , total weight approximately 53.7 grams, London hallmarks for 1886
about Lot 20
ORIGINAL GLASGOW CORPORATION LINEN TRAM DESTINATION BLIND - HYNDLAND circa 1940s from the older Standard cars, frame size 16.5cm x 96cm
about Lot 324
1827 PATTERN RIFLE VOLUNTEERS SWORD with an etched 82.5cm blade with a wire bound shagreen grip and metal scabbard
about Lot 373
LARGE SELECTION OF ELECTRONIC 12" VINYL RECORDS including trance and dance, with white label and promotional discs, three boxes, approximately 408
about Lot 289
ART NOUVEAU LIBERTY & CO. ENAMEL DECORATED SILVER BUCKLE of pierced and shaped design, hallmarks for Birmingham 1903; together with six matching enamel decorated buttons marked 950 and MBO, in shaped fitted case
about Lot 155
ERNEST HEMINGWAY - SIGNED EDITION OF 'FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS' Oversea Edition printed 1940, Signed to Title Page 'Best always Ernest Hemingway' Note: as noted on the front cover 'This Edition of an American book is made available in various countries only until normal free publishing, interrupted by Axis aggression, can be reestablished'
about Lot 247
UNMARKED GOLD HINGED GIMMEL FEDE RING with clasped hand detail opening to reveal two hearts, and engraved decoration, ring size O and approximately 2.7 grams
about Lot 99
GRAYSON PERRY O.B.E., R.A. (British b.1960) 100% Art Plate in porcelain, with artists seal and The Holburne Museum printed to base, 21.8cm diameter
about Lot 222
LARGE GRADUATED AMBER BEAD NECKLACE the largest bead approximately 3cm long and the smallest 1.1cm long, the necklace approximately 108 grams and 66cm long
about Lot 41