If you have property you wish to sell, Superior's team of specialists and client service
representatives will assist you through the entire process. Below is a step-by-step guide
to consigning for auction.
STEP 1: Evaluation of Property
The first step to consigning for auction is to arrange for a consultation with one of our
numismatic experts. Please feel free to contact Superior directly, either by phone
(310) 203-9855, toll free (800) 421-0754, or via e-mail.
We will be glad to get you in touch with the appropriate specialist. If you have a large
collection, institutional holding or estate holding, and prefer to speak to our auction
consignment director immediately, please call Paul Song, Vice President of Auctions,
directly at 800-421-0754 or email him at consign@sgbh.com.
FREE EVALUATION
Once you have set up an appointment, you may bring your property directly to our galleries.
The appropriate specialist will meet with you for an evaluation and a preliminary auction
estimate. Inspection hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This service is
completely free of charge.
If a visit to our gallery is not practical, we will be happy to arrange a personal visit to your home or office, depending upon the value of your holdings. For a preliminary estimate, you may call, or forward a list (with as much detail as is practical) to us via email info@sgbh.com , regular mail, or fax. Upon receipt of your listing, one of our experts will contact you to discuss values and guide you through the consignment process.
STEP 2: Shipping The Consignment
Our shipping department will help you make arrangements to have property delivered to Superior,
but as the consignor you are responsible for actual packing, shipping and insurance charges until
we are in receipt of your merchandise. Once in house, your material is insured to its maximum levels.
Generally, we ask that property arrive several months prior to a sale to allow time for our
specialists to research, catalogue and photograph the material. For further information, please
contact our Auction Department,
toll free at 800-421-0754.
STEP 3: The Consignment Agreement
Soon after your property arrives, you will receive two copies of our Consignment Agreement.
One copy should be signed and promptly returned, and the other retained for your records.
We cannot offer property at auction without a signed contract. You will receive a copy of
the auction catalogue featuring your property approximately three weeks prior to the sale.
STEP 4: Setting Reserves
The reserve is the minimum selling price agreed to by the consignor and Superior, below
which the property will not be sold. To protect the consignor's interest, the reserve
is kept strictly confidential. If bidding on the item fails to reach its reserve, the
piece is "bought in" (or "bought back"). We will then contact you
to advise you of your options.
STEP 5: Seller's Commission
Consignors are required to pay a selling commission based on the successful hammer price
of each lot sold. Seller's Commission rates vary by sale type and material being offered.
This commission rate will be determined at the time of consignment. For further information,
please contact our Auction Department,
800-421-0754.
STEP 6: Receive Payment
Shortly after the sale, you will receive an Owner's Prices Realized statement listing
the final hammer price for each item you consigned. Payment will be sent 30 business
days (45 calendar days) from the day of sale. You will receive payment for the hammer
prices, less commission and expenses. For further information, please contact our
Auction Department, 800-421-0754.
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