TERMS OF
1.
In publishing this catalog, Richard Opfer Auctioneering, Inc., has
endeavored to accurately describe all items being sold. However, all
items offered for sale are sold strictly “as is.” It is the
bidder’s responsibility whether bidding in person, by mail or by
telephone, to determine the exact condition of each item. No statement in
this catalog, the bill of sale, the invoice, or elsewhere, made by any
representative of, or person in the employ of Richard Opfer Auctioneering,
Inc., shall be deemed a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability
with respect to age, condition, size, quality, variety, importance, provenance
or historical relevance of any items sold. Any such matters are strictly
matters of opinion. In cataloging, every effort has been made to
accurately describe major faults, repairs, etc., for all items. If a
potential bidder wishes to use an independent agent, both parties are bound by
the same terms of sale stated here.
2.
The auctioneer
will be the final judge as to who is the highest bidder. In the event of
any dispute, the auctioneer shall, at his discretion, decide whether or not to
reopen the bidding.
3.
Title to all merchandise shall pass to the highest bidder at the fall of the
auctioneer’s “hammer.” The purchaser shall assume
full risk and responsibility for the lot purchased once title has passed.
4.
ABSENTEE BIDS: As a service to our customers who cannot attend the
sale in person, Richard Opfer Auctioneering, Inc., will execute absentee bids
if so authorized by mail or phone. ALL ABSENTEE BIDS MUST BE
ACCOMPANIED BY A 20 PERCENT DEPOSIT. Please call for further information
on this procedure. All lots purchased for absentee bidders will be done
so at the lowest possible price regardless of the amount of the bid. In
the event of a tie between absentee bidders and those present at the auction,
preference will be given to the attending bidder. In the event of a tie
between absentee bidders, preference will be given to the first absentee bid
received. Absentee bidders should use the enclosed form and clearly mark
the lot number, description, and maximum bid with the understanding that a 18 percent buyer’s premium will be added onto the “hammer
price.” The buyer’s premium is discounted to 15% if a bidder
pays by cash or approved, prompt check. Payment must be made immediately. In the
event that items purchased by absentee bid are not fully paid for within 30
days, the 20 percent deposit will be forfeited and the item will be resold at
our discretion.
5.
Richard Opfer
Auctioneering, Inc. offers packing of non-fragile items as a service to our
customers for a nominal charge. However, we recommend reliable shipping firms
for all items of a fragile, expensive, or large nature. The successful
absentee bidder is ultimately responsible for arranging the packaging, shipping
and insuring of items purchased. Since professional shipping can be
expensive, prospective bidders must factor the expense into their final bid.
6.
All accounts are
to be settled by the end of the sale unless other arrangements have been made
in advance.
7.
Payment may be
in the form of cash, check, Visa or Master Card. We reserve the right to
hold all merchandise paid for by check until such check has cleared the
bank. The buyer must pay
8.
Richard Opfer
Auctioneering, Inc. is not responsible for any typographical errors or
omissions in this catalog or subsequent price key. Photographs in this
catalog are of the actual object being sold. However, exact condition of
the objects being offered is their condition at the time of time of the sale.
9.
18 % PERCENT BUYER’S PREMIUM ON ALL
PURCHASES.
10.
All sales are final.
11.
The act of bidding on any lot offered here is an indication of the bidder’s
acceptance of these Terms of