Quire Auctions Ltd
Suite 7, Unit 2A The Brunel Centre, Brunel Way, Stonehouse GL10 3RU
Email: contact@quireauctions.com | 01242 379079
These terms explain how bidding at Quire Auctions works and what your responsibilities are if you bid and buy.
In summary: bids are legally binding, prices are subject to buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes, and all lots are sold as described in the catalogue and condition reports, which are opinions only.
You are responsible for inspecting lots and asking questions before bidding. Payment and collection deadlines are strict.
The handling of client money is governed by our Handling Client Money Policy, which forms part of and should be read together with these Terms & Conditions.
Please read the full terms below before registering or bidding.
“Auctioneer”, “we”, “us” means Quire Auctions Ltd.
“Buyer”, “you” means the highest bidder accepted by the Auctioneer.
“Lot” means any item offered for sale.
“Hammer Price” means the final bid accepted by the Auctioneer.
“Buyer’s Premium” means the commission payable by the Buyer in addition to the Hammer Price.
“Price” means the Hammer Price plus Buyer’s Premium and any applicable taxes or fees.
You must register and provide valid identification before bidding.
We may refuse bids, set bidding increments, withdraw or re-offer lots, and resolve disputes at our discretion.
Absentee, telephone, and online bids are accepted as a convenience only and are submitted at your own risk, including risks arising from technical or connectivity issues.
A Buyer’s Premium of 18% of the Hammer Price is payable on each Lot.
If bidding via a third-party online platform, that platform’s surcharge (plus VAT where applicable) will be added to your invoice.
Lots may be subject to VAT, Artist’s Resale Right (ARR), or special tax treatment as indicated in the catalogue.
Payment of the full Price is due within 5 working days of the auction.
Title to a Lot passes only once we have received cleared funds in full.
Late payments may incur interest and recovery costs, and we may suspend bidding privileges.
All buyer funds received prior to completion of a sale are held as client money in accordance with our Handling Client Money Policy.
Lots must be collected within 5 working days of the auction unless otherwise stated.
Storage charges of £1 per Lot per day apply thereafter.
Risk passes to the Buyer upon collection or release to a carrier.
All catalogue descriptions, condition reports, and statements are opinions only, not guarantees.
Buyers are responsible for inspecting Lots and satisfying themselves as to condition before bidding.
Illustrations are produced to sell and to showcase lots, and any other book or item included in photographs are not included in the lot as described. Descriptions, which include quantity and describe the entire lot as is, are final, and any attempt to suggest that inclusion in a photograph is implicit will not be entertained.
If you fail to pay or collect on time, we may cancel the sale, re-sell the Lot, charge interest and storage, and recover any losses or costs.
ARR applies to qualifying Lots sold for £1,000 or more and will be collected and remitted in accordance with UK law.
You are responsible for any VAT, import/export duties, licences, or permissions required.
If a Lot is proven to be a deliberate forgery within 12 months of sale, and the conditions in our full Buyer Terms are met, the sale may be rescinded.
We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss. Our total liability is limited to the Hammer Price.
These Terms are governed by the law of England and Wales.
This policy was last reviewed and updated on 15th January 2026