Absentee Bidding

We have established an impeccable reputation for handling absentee bids in a competitive and fair manner. Absentee bids may be left by e-mail, fax, or postal service. We must have credit card information or a personal check in our possession prior to executing the absentee bid.
$25 minimum bid on all absentees.  All bids must be received 24 hours prior to auction.

Click here to fill out a printable absentee bid form.

Additional Bidding Options

We offer a variety of ways for customers to participate in our auctions if they cannot attend.

Live Telephone Bidding is available at all of our cataloged auctions.  A representative from Apple Tree will call you several minutes before your requested lot sells and you can actively participate in the bidding, special terms may apply.

Internet Bidding is a great way to participate in an auction without ever leaving your home. This type of bidding is only available on a portion of our cataloged auctions including monthly antique auctions, deposit box contents auctions and other specialty auctions. Bidders can participate by previewing/bidding online at least one week before the event or bid live interactively while the auction is taking place. Bidding is offered through artfact.com.  Apple Tree also offers in-house packing and world wide shipping services. 16 % buyers premium for online bidding.

A 13% Buyers premium will be charged on all purchases. 3% discount for cash or check payment.

Please contact us if you need more information about this process.