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  Buying at Leonard Auction

Before the Auction

  

Internet Catalogs
Leonard Auction's illustrated Internet catalogues allow collectors around the world to conveniently view the property being offered at each sale. These free catalogues provide descriptions, color photographs, estimates and condition reports.

Gallery Preview
Leonard Auction opens its doors on Thursday (10am - 4pm CST) and Friday (10am - 7pm CST) prior to each auction during which the property in the sale is exhibited in our salesroom. The viewing is open to the public and is free of charge. Buyers are encouraged to examine the items in person and speak with our staff about pieces they find interesting. Because all property is sold "as is," it is important that buyers personally inspect items they find interesting.

Bidding at the Auction

  

Live Bidding
The most exciting way to participate at auction is the traditional method of bidding live in the salesroom with an auction paddle. Clients intending to bid in person must register on the day of the auction with a photo ID, and a numbered paddle will be assigned at that time. Once the sale begins, the auctioneer will announce each lot in numerical order as listed in the catalogue and then open the bidding. Bidding progresses in sequentially higher increments. To place a bid, simply raise your paddle for the auctioneer to recognize your bid. If no one tops your bid, the auctioneer will state that the item is sold, then announce the hammer price and your paddle number.

Absentee Bidding
For buyers unable to participate live in the, Leonard Auction offers the option of leaving Absentee Bids, also known as left bids or order bids. Absentee Bids work exactly as if the bidder were in the salesroom bidding up to a pre-determined price limit, except that the price limit is confidentially given to Leonard Auction. Our auctioneer will bid on your behalf alternately against other bidders until the bidding ends. In the event that the other bidders drop out before reaching the full amount of your left bid, you will purchase the lot at the next increment . The completed and signed bid form must be received by Leonard Auction no later than 8am (CST) on the morning of the auction.

Download an Absentee Bid Form (requires Adobe Reader)

Telephone Bidding
Clients unable to attend the sale may still participate live at the auction by bidding on the telephone with a trained staff member. Clients are encouraged to leave a safety bid which will function as an absentee bid should the call fail. The completed and signed bid form must be received by Leonard Auction no later than 8am (CST) on the morning of the auction.

Download a Telephone Bid Form (requires Adobe Reader)

After the Auction

  

Methods of Payment
Accepted forms of payment include cash or check made payable in US dollars drawn on a US bank and major credit and debit cards. Invoices greater than $5,000 require payment by certified check, bank check or wire transfer. Credit cards will be charged a 3% convenience fee. Leonard Auction reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank.

Buyer's Premium
The invoice will include the successful hammer price of the item and the buyer's premium. The buyer's premium is a 10% charge on the hammer price of each lot for floor bidders, a 15% charge on the hammer price of each lot for absentee and phone bidders, or a 20% charge on the hammer price of each lot for eBay Live bidders. Applicable sales tax will also be added to the final total. All sales are final and subject to the Conditions of Sale.

Pick-ups
Auction purchases should be paid for and picked up at Leonard Auction within 7 business days of the auction. Items left beyond 7 business days will be subject to a storage fee of $5/day for each item. Please note that the hours for removal of property are Monday through Saturday from 10:15am until 3:45pm, except on auction days during which only purchases made that day may be picked up.

Shipping
Shipping, handling and insurance costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Leonard Auction will directly ship most small items. Shipment of larger items must be arranged by the buyer. Leonard Auction will provide a list of shippers who will deliver larger items to destinations within the United States and overseas. Please consult the catalog entry for each item to determine the shipping status.

 

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