Christie's Baseball Auction Closing Procedures

[barrysloate]

My initial bids are getting topped and I am not receiving any outbid notices. I guess you have to stay on top of this one.

[Snapolit1]

Originally Posted by barrysloate

My initial bids are getting topped and I am not receiving any outbid notices. I guess you have to stay on top of this one.

You should look into that. I am.

[Bicem]

Christie's shipping is outrageous regardless if you can afford it or not. $500+ in multiple instances for $20k worth of winnings.

I've shipped $20k items before and shipping was a fraction of that. Hopefully this year is better.

[Snapolit1]

Originally Posted by Bicem

Christie's shipping is outrageous regardless if you can afford it or not. $500+ in multiple instances for $20k worth of winnings.

I've shipped $20k items before and shipping was a fraction of that. Hopefully this year is better.

In some cases it is. But I guess they are not going to calculate it based on every package. Not saying its right but it is what it is.

200 for a large rare cabinet picture doesn't strike me as outrageous. If someone spends $20,000 on a piece, I doubt they will complain over a $300 shipping job that is highly professional akin to what fine artwork receives. (But many people who weren't going to buy anything anyway under any circumstances will complain and be mortally outraged.)

[Bicem]

I have a bigger issue with selling the type 2 photos as originals. I don't think they were trying to deceive, they just didn't know any better. Be careful this year everyone.

[Snapolit1]

But they don't represent types on photos, do they? Was just looking for that.

[Bicem]

Originally Posted by Snapolit1

But they don't represent types on photos, do they? Was just looking for that.

I guess technically they don't.

[prestigecollectibles]

Where do you see shipping listed? I clicked on Estimated Cost Calculator on numerous lots and they all say. Estimated Shipping TBC

[BeanTown]

Originally Posted by barrysloate

My initial bids are getting topped and I am not receiving any outbid notices. I guess you have to stay on top of this one.

Hey Barry,

Most of mine have got topped and I did relieve the outbid email. Check your junk folder. On a side note, You may want to do some pickups for Net54 winners and do a reasonable markup which will have to include the 9% NY tax.

[barrysloate]

Thanks JC, I'll check my spam. I'm not sure I want to get into the shipping business, and some of the lots are really large. I take the subway into the city, and there is only so much I can carry home with me.