A trusted, professional, and personalised auction service

How to sell with us

The first step to selling with us is to obtain a valuation of your item or items.

  • Valuation Form

    Getting an auction valuation for your item is quick and easy with our online valuation form. Whether you have antiques, art, gold, jewellery, watches, antiques or collectibles, simply fill out the form with details about the item(s) you wish to have valued.

    Include any relevant information such as provenance, condition and dimensions, and upload clear photographs to help our expert team assess its value.

    Once submitted, our experienced valuers will carefully review your submission and provide you with a comprehensive and professional valuation. If you have any questions or need further assistance, our team is here to help. Start the process today and receive a valuation tailored to your item's unique qualities.

    Valuation Form

  • Attend a Valuation Day

    Take advantage of our Nationwide Free Valuation Days to get an expert auction estimate or value for your item, completely free of charge.

    Our experienced valuers travel across the country, offering you the opportunity to have your antiques, art, jewellery, gold, silver, collectibles and more valued in person.

    Whether you have one item or an entire collection, our team will provide a professional assessment and guide you on its potential auction value.

    These events are a great chance to meet our specialists, ask questions and explore the best options for selling your items at auction. Simply check our website for upcoming dates and locations, and join us at one of our free valuation days—no appointment necessary.

    View Valuation Days

  • Home Visit

    If you have a large collection or simply can't make it to one of our locations, take advantage of our Free Home Visit Service.

    Our expert valuers can come to you, offering a convenient and personalised way to have your items professionally assessed for auction. Whether you're looking to value a single piece or an entire collection, we will visit your home at a time that suits you, providing detailed auction estimates and guidance on the best way to proceed.

    This service is available at no cost to you, ensuring that you receive the same high-quality expertise and advice, without the need to travel. Contact us today to arrange your free home visit and let us help you unlock the potential value of your items.

    Book Home Visit

  • Visit our Saleroom

    Join us every Thursday at our Banbury saleroom for expert valuations with our specialist team. Whether you're looking to discover the value of your antiques, fine art, jewellery, watches, or silver, our team is here to provide you with professional advice.

    Antiques and Fine Art with Jasper Marsh: 9:30am - 4:00pm

    Jewellery, Watches, and Silver with Sam Wilkes: 9:30am - 4:00pm

    No appointment necessary – simply bring your items to our Banbury saleroom and our experts will be on hand to offer free, no-obligation valuations. Whether you're looking to sell or simply curious about the worth of your items, we’re here to help!

    View Valuation Days

Estimates & Reserves

Our team of valuers will advise you on what they estimate your item/s will make in an auction and will also give advice on reserve prices where appropriate. We may accept a bid at the auctioneer’s discretion of up to 10% below the reserve unless you indicate to us otherwise.

 FAQs

  • No, it is completely free and confidential with no obligation to sell.

  • Please contact us for a competitive price if you require any items transported to or from our Sale Room - Telephone 01295 817777 or E-mail enquiries@hollowaysauctioneers.co.uk

    We can also recommend the following professional fine art carriers.

  • No, there is no obligation to sell once you have received your free and confidential valuation.

  • By email: if you have provided us with an email address clients will receive sales results after the sale.

    On our website: sales results get posted on our website about a week after the sale.  By post: If you don’t have internet access or email then we will post the results to you, alternatively, please feel free to call us on 01295 817777.

  • Payment for items we have sold for you will be made approximately 30 days after the sale by bank transfer, provided that we have received payment from the buyer.

  • For our full terms and conditions, click here.

  • At Holloways Auctioneers, if your property is sold at auction, you will receive a notification detailing the hammer price — the winning bid for your item. The net sale proceeds you receive will be the hammer price minus our agreed seller's commission and any other pre-approved expenses.

    We will only deduct expenses that have been agreed upon with you prior to the auction. The date for payment of your net sale proceeds is usually 20 working days after successful sale, but we will keep you informed of the specific payment date for your property. Payments are processed once we have received cleared funds from the buyer.

    Please note that a Buyer's Premium is charged to the successful bidder, and this fee is retained by Holloways Auctioneers. The standard rate of the Buyer's Premium is 26.5% and you can find further details on our website. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.