Dec
10
Guide to real life antiques auctions – part 8
ByLucky you – your bid on some lots at auction and won the bidding. Hopefully you have made notes of the lots you have bought and how much the hammer price was as you may well need this information in next step. Part 8 of my guide to real -life antiques auction is about paying for and collecting your purchases.
Just a few tips here:
- - there will be a limited time to pay for and collect. Be warned some auction houses have a surcharge for lots not collected within a few days.
- - The goods are yours from the fall of the hammer and you are responsible for them so it is in your interest to pay for and collect as soon as you can
- - You can normally pay via cash, debit or credit card. If you want to pay a large sum by cheque you should ask in advance as this ay not be acceptable to the auction house. Most have a surcharge for paying by credit cards ( not by debit cards though)
- - You may have to queue to pay so allow plenty of time
- - Normally after you pay you will be given a receipt with a list of your lots and how much you paid for each. Hang on to this list as it is your proof of purchase. You may need to pass it to a porter who will get your items for you.
- - Make sure you have sufficient packaging, boxes and large enough transport to get your items home. If you are struggling do ask the porters who might be able to help. There would be a charge if they need to arrange transport for you.
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