Main Auction Galleries conducts specialty and major catalogue auctions. Auctions take place online from our office in Cincinnati We use two platforms, Live Auctioneers & Invaluable Auctions . Direct links provided of each to view multiple colored images and descriptions, with options to leave bids prior to sale on either. Absentee bids are done through Main Auction, details below.
Click link below to view detailed photos of upcoming auction items, choose your preference of sites, the auction/items are same on both.
Bidding Options
Bidding Options
Online
Buyers can bid online using Live Auctioneers or Invaluable Auctions. Both auction sites run the same auction simultaneously. |
Phone
All Phone bidders are required to fill out our bid form in its entirety. Bids are required 48hrs prior to sale. Bids will not be accepted on the day of auction. Please note phone bids are limited. |
Absentee
Absentee bids are done through Main Auction Galleries, all bidders are required to fill out a bid form in its entirety. Bids are required 48hrs prior to sale. We will not accept any bids the day of the auction. |
Payment OptionsAll merchandise must be paid in full, before it is removed from the gallery.
PLEASE NOTE in Auctions a Buyers premium is added to every sale. |
Cash:
We accept cash. |
Credit Cards:
We accept all major credit cards. All International bidders, on line, absentee, or phone bidder must submit a credit card in order to bid. No exceptions. |
Check:
We accept checks when presented with appropriate state identification. |
Item Pickup Options
Once auction is complete the buyer has 14 days to pick-up items.
Items not picked up after 14 days will be charged a $5 fee, per item, per day for storage. Please click below to email or call us to schedule your pickup. |
Delivery
We provide our local clients delivery options with a minimum $50 delivery service fee. Please email or call us with specifics as to destination, where you would like items delivered and we will get back to you within 2 business days. |
Shipping
The buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements and cost. We can recommend shippers upon request. |
CurbSide Pickup
We provide curbside pickup. To schedule please email or call us with days and times that work best for you. We will confirm and have your items waiting outside. You will be responsible for loading and securing your items. We do not provide material for transporting. |