Consign your collection
Sell on consignment with the leading auction house in Australia - dedicated professionals where results matter.
How does it work?
Our seamless yet strict consignment framework provides you with the best of the two worlds, peace of mind and most promising results.We show you below how our consignment process.
1. Do you have an item to auction?
Running 10+ auctions per year, Roxbury's Auction House is the best choice to auction that collection for the best result under the hammer.
2. Contact us for further information
Contact us via email or complete the consignment form. Alternatively you can visit our office for a complimentary assessment to guide you through the best option for your collection.
3. Complete the paperwork
After we have answered all your questions, we will send you all the paperwork to complete thoroughly to give us as much information as possible about your unique items. This guides our research and the information listed in our catalogues.
4. You consign your lots to auction
Once you are ready, please drop off or ship your consignment to our designated address for us to start the cataloguing process.
5. Preparation framework
As you might imagine, we will need some time to process all lots. Once we have gone through our comprehensive assessment, we provide you with the vendor's pre-auction statement (item information and low-high estimates for your approval).
6. Auction day & sale of lot
Part of our auction planning includes a strategic marketing plan, printed catalogues, a unique lot page and a multi-platform bid feature. Once your consigned lot is sold, we will deposit the money after the designated timeframe within our terms and conditions.
Is this what you are looking for?
START NOWTOP REASONS TO CONSIGN WITH US
WE FOCUS ON YOUR NEEDS
We understand challenges. We dedicate time to assess and educate you of the real value or uniqueness of your collection and can guide you through the best way to consign or sell your items.
We can visit you in special circumstances. Contact us to find out when an expert is next in your location. We have the highest clientele retention in Australia.
YOUR ITEMS ARE IN SAFE HANDS AND FACILITIES.
During the consignment period, all consignments are securely stored in our state-of-the-art storage facilities.
For those with consignments over AUD $25,000, receive a complimentary, dedicated safety deposit box from our commercial partner Imperial Vaults in Brisbane.
EXPERT KEY CONTACT
We assign a dedicated specialist best suited to your collection, to process your items, ready for the catalogue. Our seasoned experts have unparalleled knowledge and attention to detail – far beyond what the average researcher may discover through their own research.
DEDICATED SERVICE
We are with you every step of the way. For consignments of rarity, we allocate additional time for our experts to go into the intricacies of its history when describing your collection for our catalogue. Professional photos are taken by our skilled in-house photography team.
COMPREHENSIVE MARKETING AND AUCTION STRATEGIES
Throughout our 35 years journey, we have successfully created a well-oiled machine when it comes to setting up our auctions for success.
Our strategic marketing team prepares custom plans every auction aligning reach and outcomes with key items for every category.
We produce and send emails and our printed catalogues to our loyal customers, set up events, viewings and a unique description for each lot, while managing multiple auction bidding platforms.
Our technologies and skill sets make us the best auction house you can choose.
THIS, AND MUCH MORE
When you partner with Roxbury’s, trust that you have joined forces with the leaders in the industry.
With access to the largest database, combined with the most innovative technology, Roxbury’s empowers consignors to connect with a global audience to realise the true market value of their collection.
OUR CONSIGNMENT RESULTS SPEAKS FOR ITSELF
110,000+
INDIVIDUAL LOTS SOLD
We have the biggest historical database of items sold over 35 years
25,000+
REGISTERED BIDDERS
Connect with the largest auction audience in Australia91%
CLEARANCE RATE
Enjoy one of the highest clearance rates of any auction in Australia.
150+
COMBINED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Experts, valuers, historians, marketing team. All in one Auction house.150,000+
ORDERS SUCCESSFULLY SHIPPED
Insured from door to door, our logistic services are the best in the industry.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We have helped thousands of clients with their questions regarding items, shipping and auctions. Here are a couple of our frequently asked questions.
AUCTIONS
How do I bid on your auctions?
Our 101 guide will give you the ins and outs of bidding and winning in an auction. Please read our guide here.
What market coverage do the Roxburys Auction cover?
Roxbury’s Auctions cover a worldwide audience with multiple marketing campaigns operating to put your valued pieces in front of the right buyer.
What is Roxbury's buyer's premium?
Our buyer premium is in line with the industry standard, at 22% including GST.
When will invoices be issued?
Invoices will be issued within 24 hours of the final day of the auction.
SHIPPING
How do I get my items to Roxburys?
You can bring or send your items to our head office location in Hamilton or connect with one of our professionals by sending photos of your collection to provide you with a complimentary assessment before sending your items to us.
Who covers the shipping cost if my consignment has not sold?
The consignee will cover the insurance and shipment of the items otherwise you can pick up from our Hamilton store in Brisbane.
I won a lot at your auction, how long will it take to receive my shipment?
You will receive an invoice once the auction is finished, once you complete the payment we will send you a shipping confirmation with the tracking number where you can track the shipment.
AUTHENTICATION
How do I do to check if an item is valuable?
We recommend you first do your research to check the item is of any value. If you wish to consign a big selection of items but are unsure of the value you can complete the consignment form and send us the parcel for us to review. If you are in Brisbane you can meet us and we can do a free assessment of your collection to give you an estimate
CONSIGNMENTS
What if I need funds now?
Roxburys regularly and competitively buys items outright from the public or parties who are unable to wait until the next auction to receive their funds.
Are my consigned items insured while in Roxburys possession?
All items being auctioned are securely stored and insured at our corporate facility in Hamilton. For consignments over A$25,000, your items you will receive a complimentary storage deposit box while under consignment.
Are the funds from my consignment secure?
Queensland law requires all auction houses to operate a Trust Account for all auction services, unlike other states and territories. You can expect prompt and secure payment.
When will I receive the funds from my consigned items?
All funds received from the consignments will be paid to all consignors within 30 days of the auction being completed, in line with Trust Account law.
TIMEFRAMES
When will I receive the funds from my consigned items?
All funds received from the consignments will be paid to all consignors within 30 days of the auction being completed, in line with Trust Account law.
I won a lot at your auction, how long will it take to receive my shipment?
You will receive an invoice once the auction is finished, once you complete the payment we will send you a shipping confirmation with the tracking number where you can track the shipment.