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.
CIRCA 1976 CAPTAIN FANTASTIC PINBALL MACHINE by Bally, based on the character played by Elton John in the film Tommy, with dual coin slots, illuminated back board and play area, mains operated and in working order, with working lock and key to front panel, 175.5 x 131.5cm
about Lot 248
ERCOL LIGHT OAK DINING TABLE AND CHAIRS the table with a pull apart top and two extra leaves, standing on tapering supports, 225cm extended, together with a set of two carvers and four single Ercol stick back dining chairs, standing on turned supports
about Lot 488
NINE CARAT GOLD CURB LINK CHARM BRACELET with a good selection of gold and other charms, including an 1887 Victorian shield back half sovereign, an eighteen carat gold compass, a nine carat gold donkey, a nine carat gold hand holding a single CZ stone, a mother of pearl set drum, a book shaped locket, a retractable pencil in enamel decorated tube cover, a coral frog, and a seal with family crest to the matrix, with nine carat gold heart clasp and safety chain, total weight approximately 86.9 grams
about Lot 61
BOWMORE 1995 Cask type: Butt Cask Number: 261 RLA: 152.90 (approx. 385 bottles at cask strength) abv: 55.6% Currently stored under bond at Inverhouse Distillers - Airdrie
about Lot 9
LATE VICTORIAN BURR WALNUT AND INLAID WRITING DESK with a three quarter pierced gallery top on an inverted breakfront superstructure, with a pair of panel doors opening to reveal a fitted interior above a pull out drawer with an adjustable leather inset writing slope, with a panelled cupboard door below enclosing shelves, standing on porcelain castors, 107.5cm high
about Lot 451
GEORGE V SILVER TEA SET comprising a tea pot, twin handled sugar bowl and milk jug, all on ball feet, Sheffield 1917, 1380g/48.6oz
about Lot 193
JAMES MCBEY (Scottish 1883-1959) Port Erroll, watercolour, signed and dated 13 July 1922, 42.5cm x 27.5cm
about Lot 377
OUTSTANDING RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING the central ruby cluster formed with four oval cut stones totalling approximately 2cts, in a surround of eight oval cut diamonds totalling approximately 3.2cts, on unmarked gold shank, ring size K
about Lot 34
BEITHCRAFT TEAK SIDEBOARD the shaped raised back above an oblong top, with three drawers below and a pair of cupboard doors, all with fold over tapering handles, standing on an X frame shaped base, 183cm wide
about Lot 560
VINTAGE SCOTTISH SHIPBUILDER'S BRASS PLAQUE marked 'No. 589 Scotts' Shipbuilding and Engineering Co. Ltd. Greenock', of rectangular form and mounted on wooden panel, 33cm x 50cm Note: The plaque is from yard 589, where Scott's Shipbuilding and Engineering built the Diesel Naval Submarine, Trooper, in 1942. The firm was founded in 1711 and closed in 1993. The headquarters were in Greenock, Scotland and they built over 1250 ships on the Clyde.
about Lot 268