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To participate in ANTIQON auctions and purchase lots through the ANTIQON platform, registration and approval from ANTIQON are required.
You may register:
Participation in ANTIQON auctions is primarily conducted online. In certain cases, ANTIQON may organise auctions with in-room bidding, telephone bidding, or attendance at invitation-only or pre-registered events.
Information regarding the format of a particular auction and the available bidding methods is published separately for each auction.
To complete registration, you must provide basic information, including:
Participation in certain auctions or access to specific categories of lots may require additional verification, confirmation of registration, or acceptance of special conditions applicable to the relevant auction.
Registration is deemed complete only upon confirmation by ANTIQON.
ANTIQON reserves the right to request additional information or documentation and to conduct further verification prior to granting access to bidding, in accordance with its internal security procedures, AML/KYC policy, and applicable legislation.
ANTIQON conducts verification of auction participants in accordance with applicable legislation, internal security procedures, AML/KYC policies, and sanctions compliance requirements.
In order to participate in auctions, live bidding, absentee bidding, and certain categories of lots, ANTIQON may request:
Verification may be carried out both during account registration and at any time prior to completion of the transaction or delivery of the purchased lot.
Depending on the category of property, lot value, participant jurisdiction, purchasing history, or internal security procedures, ANTIQON reserves the right to:
ANTIQON reserves the right to refuse registration, access to bidding, participation in an auction, or completion of a transaction in cases provided for by applicable law, internal security procedures, AML/KYC policies, or sanctions-related restrictions.
All verification procedures are conducted confidentially and solely for the purposes of legal compliance, protection of auction participants, fraud prevention, and the security of transactions.
ANTIQON offers several methods of participation in its auctions depending on the format of the sale and the type of auction.
Available bidding methods may include:
Information regarding the available bidding methods is published separately for each auction.
Live Bidding
Participants may bid online in real time through the ANTIQON platform or through connected partner platforms.
Participation requires:
Bids placed through Live Bidding are considered final and legally binding.
Absentee Bidding
If a participant is unable to attend the auction, a maximum absentee bid may be submitted in advance using the Absentee Bid Form.
The completed form must be submitted to ANTIQON no later than 24 hours prior to the start of the auction.
In such cases, ANTIQON will bid on behalf of the participant at the lowest possible level necessary, taking into account competing bids received from other participants.
In the event of identical absentee bids, priority shall be given to the bid received first.
[FORM_PLACEHOLDER: Absentee Bid Form]
Telephone Bidding
For selected lots, ANTIQON may offer the opportunity to participate by telephone upon prior application.
A Telephone Bid Form must be completed and submitted to ANTIQON no later than 24 hours prior to the start of the auction.
The number of available telephone lines is limited, and participation is subject to confirmation by ANTIQON.
ANTIQON does not guarantee the availability of a telephone connection in every case and accepts no responsibility for technical communication failures.
[FORM_PLACEHOLDER: Telephone Bid Form]
In-Room Bidding
Certain auctions may provide the opportunity for in-room participation by invitation, prior registration, or confirmation by ANTIQON.
The number of available seats may be limited.
Partner Platforms
ANTIQON may conduct auctions through external auction platforms and marketplace partners.
When participating through third-party platforms, additional provisions may apply, including:
Participants are encouraged to review the terms and conditions of the relevant platform in advance.
All bids placed in ANTIQON auctions are considered legally binding.
By placing a bid, a participant acknowledges that he or she:
Auction Process
Bidding is conducted through successive increases in bid amounts.
The auctioneer conducts the auction, announces current bids, determines the successful bidder, and may resolve any disputes arising during the course of the auction.
ANTIQON reserves the right to:
Bid Increments
Bid increments are determined by the rules of the relevant auction and are displayed within the Live Bidding interface.
During the auction, the next minimum bid increment is automatically displayed within the online bidding system.
Successful Bidder
The successful bidder shall be the participant who has placed the highest accepted bid at the close of bidding for a particular lot.
Upon the fall of the hammer, or upon official confirmation of the close of bidding, a binding contract of sale is deemed concluded between the seller and the buyer.
Disputes
In the event of any dispute arising during the auction, the final decision shall be made by ANTIQON.
ANTIQON reserves the right to:
Technical Limitations
ANTIQON shall not be liable for:
Participants are strongly encouraged to place important bids in advance and not to rely solely on the final seconds of bidding.
Following the conclusion of the auction, the successful bidder will receive an invoice covering the successful lot, Buyer’s Premium, applicable taxes, shipping charges, and any other applicable costs.
Payment must be made within the timeframe specified in the auction conditions or on the issued invoice.
Purchase Price
The total purchase price may include:
The amount of the Buyer’s Premium is determined by the rules of the relevant auction.
By registering for an auction, each participant confirms that he or she has reviewed and accepted the auction conditions, including the applicable Buyer’s Premium, payment terms, and any other relevant fees or charges.
Information regarding the Buyer’s Premium is also displayed on the lot page and within the auction platform interface.
Payment Methods
ANTIQON accepts payment by the following methods:
ANTIQON reserves the right to restrict available payment methods depending on the transaction value, buyer jurisdiction, category of property, or AML/KYC requirements.
Payment Deadlines
Unless otherwise specified in the auction conditions, full payment must be received within the period stated on the invoice.
In the event of late payment, ANTIQON reserves the right to:
Transfer of Title
Title to the property shall pass to the buyer only after full payment of all amounts due in connection with the purchase.
Until full payment has been received, ANTIQON reserves the right to retain possession of the property.
AML/KYC and Payment Verification
ANTIQON may request additional documents or information prior to accepting payment, releasing property, or completing a transaction in accordance with its AML/KYC policies, sanctions compliance requirements, and internal security procedures.
ANTIQON reserves the right to refuse acceptance of payment or completion of a transaction in cases provided for by applicable law or internal verification procedures.
Unless expressly stated otherwise in the conditions of a particular auction or in the relevant transaction documents, the seller and contracting party to the sale is SIA ANTIQON, a company registered in the Republic of Latvia.
ANTIQON representative offices, contact addresses, partners, or affiliated companies located in other countries may perform informational, marketing, organisational, or service-related functions and shall not be considered a party to the transaction unless expressly stated otherwise in the relevant sale documentation.
Release, packing, storage, export, and delivery of purchased property are carried out only after full payment of the relevant invoice, unless otherwise agreed with ANTIQON.
Collection of Lots
Purchased lots may be collected:
Collection of a lot by the buyer, an authorised representative, or a carrier shall take place only after full payment of all amounts due in connection with the purchase.
If the buyer authorises a third party to collect a lot, the buyer must provide ANTIQON in advance with a power of attorney or written authorisation containing the details of the authorised person.
Such authorisation must be submitted using the contact details provided by the buyer during registration or purchase.
If the buyer requests that ANTIQON arrange delivery to a third party or to an address different from the buyer’s registered details, the buyer must complete and submit a Delivery Request Form in advance.
[FORM_PLACEHOLDER: Delivery Request Form]
A lot may be collected by a third party, or delivery may be arranged in the name of a third party, only after ANTIQON has received the relevant authorisation, written confirmation, or Delivery Request Form.
Packing and Delivery
ANTIQON may:
All costs relating to packing, shipping, insurance, export permits, export licences, customs clearance, taxes, duties, and any related expenses shall be borne by the buyer.
Delivery times are estimates only and may depend on:
Export and Export Permits
Certain categories of property may require export permits or cultural property export licences in accordance with applicable legislation.
The buyer is responsible for complying with the laws of the destination country, including import restrictions, taxes, duties, and licensing requirements.
ANTIQON shall not be liable for any inability to export or import property, or for delays caused by governmental authorities, customs services, or changes in legislation.
Transfer of Risk
The risk of accidental loss or damage to a lot shall pass to the buyer:
All shipments arranged by ANTIQON are insured for the full value of the property. The cost of insurance is included in the shipping charges and is payable by the buyer.
Storage
If a purchased lot is not collected within the applicable collection period, ANTIQON reserves the right to:
Storage conditions and collection deadlines may be specified separately for each auction.
This section is provided for informational purposes only and is intended as a general overview of participation in ANTIQON auctions.
The complete conditions governing participation in an auction, including:
are governed by the Auction Terms.
Participants are strongly encouraged to review the Auction Terms, together with all other legal information published on the ANTIQON website, prior to registering for or participating in any auction.
[LINK_PLACEHOLDER: Auction Terms]