CHOPARD 18ct WHITE GOLD DIAMOND BANGLE WITH BOX & PAPERS 19g

 Important Information 

*** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ***

THIS AUCTION IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR TRADE PARTICIPANTS. BY SUBMITTING A BID, YOU AFFIRM YOUR STATUS AS A TRADE BIDDER. ALL BIDS ARE CONSIDERED BINDING. CLIENTS MAY CHOOSE TO LOWER OR WAIVE THE RESERVE PRICE AS THE AUCTION NEARS ITS CONCLUSION – PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT YOU ARE BIDDING TO PURCHASE! INVOICES FOR SUCCESSFUL BIDDERS WILL BE SENT OUT THE FOLLOWING MORNING AND PAYMENT MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE END OF THE DAY. IF YOU CANNOT COMPLY WITH THIS REQUIREMENT, WE ASK THAT YOU REFRAIN FROM BIDDING.

**Buyer's Premium** is based on the hammer price AND STATED WITHIN THE LOT (CLICK BUTTON ‘ADDITIONAL FEES APPLY’):

- 0-£100,000: 25% + VAT

Payment must be made in full by 17:00 hrs the day following receipt of invoice. IF PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY THIS DATE, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY INCUR A CHARGE OF £20 + VAT PER DAY PER LOT – NO EXCEPTIONS!

Viewing is encouraged, strictly by appointment with the auctioneers. Please email office@jewelleryauctionhouseltd.co.uk to arrange.

**BOXES IN IMAGES ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT INCLUDED UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED**. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM ORIGIN OF ITEMS, SO AS STATED, BOXES IN IMAGES ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY.

Valuation Reports/Certificates that may be provided with a lot are intended for informative purposes only; values are subjective. The opinion given for any valuation is based on that of the appraiser. The Jewellery Auction House Ltd will not be held liable for any errors or omissions. Any information, including references to value, should not be used to settle disputes between any third parties.

**IF YOU ARE UNSURE, PLEASE DO NOT BID AS ALL BIDS ARE LEGALLY BINDING AND CANNOT BE CANCELLED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.**

### WATCHES

All lots are sold as seen. Watches are not deemed to be sold in working condition unless specifically stated in the Lot particulars. Absence of reference does not imply that the Lot is in good working condition and without defects or has been subject to repair, restoration, or customization (including any stone settings and aftermarket/generic part additions or replacements – i.e., parts not made by the original manufacturer).

The Jewellery Auction House Ltd makes no representation or warranty that any watch is in working order. As watches often contain fine and complex mechanisms, bidders should be aware that a general service, change of battery, or further repair work, for which the Buyer is solely responsible, may be necessary.

Most watches are likely to have been repaired or modified in the past and may include parts that are not original to the manufacturer.

A report or appraisal may be issued by a third party, providing detailed information on the condition of the Lot and any modifications applied. The Jewellery Auction House Ltd will not be held accountable for any discrepancies in reports or appraisals. Viewings are welcomed for your peace of mind and for any checks prior to bidding. Accessories included may be replacements unless otherwise stated.

### GEMSTONE TREATMENT & ESTIMATES

Many gemstones have been subject to treatments/culturing. Treatments may include but are not limited to: enhancements, heating, coating, culturing, etc.

Estimates provided by The Jewellery Auction House Ltd are based on the fact that the gemstone may have been subject to any type of treatment in the past. The Jewellery Auction House Ltd shall not be responsible in the absence of mention thereof. A certificate may be issued by a laboratory, providing detailed information on the condition of the gemstone and any treatment applied. The Buyer must be aware that different laboratories have different approaches regarding the degree, accuracy, or type of treatment for a particular gemstone. If a certificate accompanies the Lot, it is merely a statement of the laboratory or third party's opinion, and The Jewellery Auction House Ltd cannot be held responsible for any mentions therein. Such certificates are provided for informative purposes only. Viewings are welcomed for your peace of mind and for any checks prior to bidding.

**PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT PROVIDE CONDITION REPORTS.**

All lots are subject to a buyer’s premium (all Buyer’s Premium is plus VAT). We do not offer condition reports as this is a matter of opinion; however, all lots are available for viewing by appointment prior to auction completion.

Please be aware that all bids are considered and may be accepted even if showing as Reserve Not Met. Winning bidders will be invoiced soon after the auction, with payment to be made promptly and in line with the payment deadline.

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### POSTAGE

INSURED POSTAGE FOR JEWELLERY & GENERAL ITEMS: SET FEE OF £25.00 (THIS COVERS 1 OR MULTIPLE PURCHASES UP TO THE VALUE OF £500.00 PER £25.00).

ITEMS ARE SHIPPED IN THE UK VIA ROYAL MAIL SPECIAL DELIVERY.

FOR ITEMS OVER £2,500.00, YOU WILL NEED A QUOTE FOR A COURIER TO DELIVER OR ARRANGE YOUR OWN COLLECTION. WE ALSO HAVE A MAILING AGENT SHOULD YOU WISH TO RETRIEVE A QUOTATION.

**(PLEASE ALLOW 7 WORKING DAYS FOR DELIVERY AS WE DO NOT SUPPLY TRACKING NUMBERS FOR SECURITY REASONS.)**

### ANY QUESTIONS?

ALL QUESTIONS TO BE EMAILED TO office@jewelleryauctionhouseltd.co.uk WITH LOT NUMBER(S).

PLEASE DO NOT PHONE WITH QUESTIONS; EMAIL ONLY AS WE WILL HAVE TO FIND OUT SPECIFIC INFORMATION YOU REQUIRE.

**Sale Currency: GBP**

### Notice

Buyers Premium based on hammer price:

- 0-£100,000: 25% + vat

VARIABLE % ON SELECTED LOTS.

QUESTIONS? PLEASE EMAIL THEM TO office@jewelleryauctionhouseltd.co.uk ALONG WITH LOT NUMBER AND INFORMATION REQUIRED.

### Payment

PAYMENT STRICTLY BY 5 PM THE NEXT WORKING DAY.

**PAYMENT BY BANK TRANSFER ONLY.**

### E&OE

Errors & Omissions Excepted.

Details are provided in good faith. They should not be relied upon as fact, and all buyers must conduct their own investigations where measurements, weights, or authenticity are critical. Buyers should ensure they are satisfied with the lot before bidding, as viewing is available on all lots by prior appointment. All bids are non-cancellable. Some watches may have aftermarket diamonds or other generic parts fitted, which we cannot determine. Viewing is recommended to satisfy yourself prior to bidding on all lots. Unless specifically stated, all watches have not been water-resistance tested, and we cannot guarantee water resistance.

### VAT

VAT is usually not applicable on JEWELLERY lots unless shown in the lot description. Please check each individual listing. If VAT is applicable, the Sales Tax Column will show VAT: 20.00%. Please check before bidding.

**BIDS:** IF FOR ANY REASON A HIGH BIDDER'S BID IS CANCELLED, THEN THE UNDERBIDDER AGREES TO REMAIN THE HIGH BIDDER FOR THE LOT AT THEIR LAST BID PRICE.

### Misrepresentation Act 1967

NOTICES: The Jewellery Auction House Ltd, for themselves and for the vendors whose agents they are, give notice that:

(i) The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute part of an offer or contract;

(ii) All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and/or use, authenticity, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them;

(iii) No person in the employment of The Jewellery Auction House Ltd has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to any Lot;

(iv) This property is offered subject to it not being sold or withdrawn, and these particulars are supplied on the understanding that all negotiations relating to this property are to be conducted through The Jewellery Auction House Ltd, subject to contract.

**THE MENTION OF ANY CONDITION WITHIN THESE AUCTION PARTICULARS DOES NOT IMPLY THEY ARE IN FULL AND EFFICIENT WORKING ORDER.**

**BOXES:** All jewellery items are sold with NO BOX; however, where possible, we will endeavor to send the item in a box.

**Please Note:**

– UNLESS BY PRIOR AGREEMENT IN WRITING, any items not collected by this date will incur a storage charge of £20 + VAT per day. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OFFER UNCOLLECTED LOTS TO RECOVER OUTSTANDING COSTS.

We reserve the right to accept your highest bid on the instructions of our vendors lowering their reserve to meet your hammer price.

ANY INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WILL NEED TO REGISTER A £1000 DEPOSIT BEFORE BIDDING, FULLY REFUNDABLE ONCE THE AUCTION HAS ENDED IF YOU DO NOT WIN ANY LOTS. IF YOU WIN SOME LOTS, THEN THE DEPOSIT WILL BE TAKEN OFF OUTSTANDING BALANCE.

ANY INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ANY UK VAT OWING AND TO RECLAIM IN THEIR OWN COUNTRY OF ORIGIN.

Vehicles are transported to our compounds and merely driven for the purpose of photographing and parked up for viewing. We have not necessarily personally viewed or test-driven any vehicle. Any appraisal is given purely as a guide/opinion by the delivery driver/photographer, not a mechanic/expert, and does NOT form any part of the description.

All lots are strictly sold with no grading or guarantees and can include pre-owned, salvage, part-exchange, repossessed, ex-finance, seized vehicles, and from liquidations and insolvencies. There can be no refunds or discounts offered under any circumstances. Your bid is your legal commitment to purchase.

You expressly acknowledge and agree that you are not a consumer but a trade purchaser, and as such, it is fair and reasonable for us to exclude, restrict or limit our obligations and liability to you in respect of the lots we offer for sale on behalf of sellers or ourselves.

The Buyer acknowledges that this is a ‘trade only’ auction sale where bidders may be online or in person and as such is NOT a consumer sale for the purposes of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (which replaced the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended by the Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994)) and the Unfair Contract Terms Act Regulations 1977/1999. The Buyer shall not seek to rely upon any conditions or warranties implied thereby.

### ALL PAYMENTS TO:

**Account Name: The Jewellery Auction House Ltd**

Lot details are provided in good faith, with information available at the time of listing and are not to be read as a statement or representations of fact, but as a general guide. They may be revised at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction with new information that has come to our attention. It is a contractual obligation that bidders make their own investigations where dimensions, mileages, hours, condition/damage, or authenticity are critical.

VAT is applicable on all lots unless stated otherwise in the lot description. Where a lot is marked *no VAT*, this is on the hammer only – the buyer’s premium always attracts VAT.

**Delivery:** We can arrange quotes from third-party fully insured delivery companies. However, please be aware that all deliveries, both driven and transported, are undertaken by third parties on your behalf, and are separate from the auction sale contract. We cannot be held responsible for any issues that arise during the delivery process.

**Collection** is available within 7 days following the end of the auction STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Unless by prior agreement in writing, any items not collected by this date will incur a storage charge of £20 + VAT per day. FREE STORAGE FOR 7 DAYS ONLY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OFFER UNCOLLECTED LOTS TO RECOVER OUTSTANDING COSTS. NB: ANY LOT NOT COLLECTED AFTER 3 MONTHS WILL BE CONSIDERED ABANDONED.

### E & O. E.

BY BIDDING ON LOTS WITHIN OUR AUCTION, THE BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY HAVE DONE THEIR OWN RESEARCH, CARRIED OUT THEIR DUE DILIGENCE, AND HAVE THOROUGHLY INSPECTED THE LOT(S) / PROPERTY. SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES IN ANY MANNER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND BUYER AGREES TO THE TERMS LISTED IN THIS AUCTION, AND INDEMNIFIES THE SELLER AND AUCTIONEER AGAINST ANY CLAIMS AS TO FITNESS FOR USE AND PURPOSE.

**Location:** See individual lot details.

**Viewing:** Strictly by appointment.

1. These standard terms and conditions set out the contract terms between a vendor and purchaser of goods. As auctioneer, we are not party to the contract. They explain your rights and obligations. You will be deemed to have accepted and be bound by these Terms and Conditions when you click “I have read and accept the Auctioneer’s Terms and Conditions” on the auction website and accept them as fair and reasonable. You cannot proceed to bid without accepting these terms.

2. All lots purchased, whether sold at a physical or online auction or sold directly by private treaty, will be governed by these terms and conditions and enforced in accordance with the laws of England.

3. We may revise/update these Terms & Conditions and website/auction content at any time by amending this page/auction listing website. Please check this page from time to time to take notice of any changes we made, as they are binding upon you. The auctioneer will decide the conduct of the auction without having to give reason.

4. E & OE – We do not guarantee that the website, or any content within it, will be free from errors or omissions.

5. The Buyer acknowledges that this is a ‘trade only’ style auction sale opposed to a ‘consumer sale’ for the purposes of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (which replaced the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended by the Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994) and the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1977/1999, and the Buyer shall not seek to rely upon any conditions or warranties implied thereby.

6. Registration is only available to bidders over 17 years of age, as subsequent bidding creates a legally binding contract.

7. All bidders will register their details, including full name, business name, address, contact landline and mobile telephone numbers, email address, VAT number, and Company registered number where applicable. We cannot normally change the bidder’s details on the invoice, and if so requested, there is a one-off £20 plus VAT charge to cover the extra administration costs incurred.

8. FOR GDPR purposes, it is agreed that the bidder’s details may be added to our mailing list for the purpose of informing the bidder of future auctions that may be of interest to them.

9. We have the right to disable access to the website at any time if, in our reasonable opinion, you have previously failed to comply with any of the provisions of these Terms of Use.

10. All overseas bidders and any bidder unknown to us, or if so requested, will deposit the refundable sum of £1000 into our business account, held against any potential non-performance or until a satisfactory record of trading is established, whereupon it will be refunded.

11. By bidding, the bidder acknowledges he/she accepts these Terms & Conditions as fair and reasonable and expects them to be fully recognized by the Courts.

12. It is acknowledged that any bidder is bidding as a principal, acting by way of trade, not a private individual, either personally or on behalf of an authorized legal entity (i.e., limited liability company, partnership, or group) unless specifically otherwise agreed in writing with us.

13. You have a duty of care to protect your login and password details. To be clear, it is NOT possible for another person to simply ‘hack’ your account, due to the high level of security of the online system. If you allow another person, family member, visitor, employee, colleague, etc., knowingly, carelessly, or otherwise, access to your login and passwords, card details, and contact number – you will be liable for any and all bids made.

14. The buyer acknowledges he is not relying on any warranties or representations made by the vendor or the auctioneer or any of their employees, agents, or representatives. All representations, warranties, and conditions, express or implied, statutory or otherwise in respect of all and any of the lots are expressly excluded. This includes, without limitation, any warranties and conditions as to title, satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose, and description, which are excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law. Neither the vendor nor the Company shall in any circumstances be liable to or compensate the buyer, nor shall the buyer be entitled to rescind the sale or reject any lot for an error, omission, or misstatement contained in the catalogue.

15. Most vehicles/lots are either pre-owned, salvage, part-exchange, repossessed, ex-finance, seized vehicles, and from liquidations and insolvencies. Hence there can be no refunds or discounts offered under any circumstances. Your bid is your legal commitment to purchase.

16. No warranty is offered or implied. Some clearly selected vehicles are sold ‘with a trial’. This is a 15-minute limited (non-driving) trial to confirm that there are no undeclared major faults and that the vehicle meets the description, allowing for normal wear and tear and condition commensurate with the age, mileage, and use of the vehicle. In case of dispute, the auctioneer’s decision is final. It is irrevocably agreed that the auctioneer is the final arbiter in all cases of dispute.

17. All bids are valid, even if at the time of placing it, the reserve is not met, as we always submit the highest bid to the vendor during or shortly after the auction, and they may agree to accept the bid.

18. Vendors regularly ask us to reduce/remove the reserve towards the end of the auction and put lots ‘on sale’. Remember, when placing a bid, you are bidding to buy. Occasionally we may find it necessary to remove a bid (as we may have recognized the bidder as a previous defaulter, for example). In this case, you will be emailed/texted (usually prior to the conclusion of the sale) within 24 hours that you are the current highest/winning bidder. Our online auction sale platform will use ‘auto bid extension’. If a bid is placed with less than 10 minutes remaining, that Lot end time will automatically extend to 10 minutes. This will keep occurring until there is a 10-minute period with no further bids, and bidding on that Lot ends.

19. A sale is concluded at the fall of the hammer or, in the case of an online auction, the time-out or, in the case of a private treaty or tender, when the bid is accepted by the auctioneer, confirmed in writing by way of email of the Company’s invoice. The buyer acknowledges and agrees that he has entered into a legally binding contract of sale with the vendor to buy the lot, and the buyer is legally obliged to purchase the lot. The Buyer shall, by approximately 10:00 AM the following working day, be sent an invoice by email in respect of the monies due for the lot(s) purchased. This is due for settlement on the same day. If you are unable to do this, please do not bid.

20. Details on the lot may change due to new information received during the course of the auction, and it is the bidder’s responsibility to check the detail of the lot prior to bidding.

21. No bid may be cancelled or withdrawn. The auctioneer does not have to accept the highest bid, and all bids are subject to approval and acceptance by the vendor.

22. The company may sell any lot by private treaty or tender before or after the auction.

23. Risk of damage to or loss of the lot passes to the buyer immediately upon the conclusion of the sale.

24. We have no liability to guarantee your continuous internet access to the website and encourage bidders to place their bids early rather than waiting until the last seconds of the lot.

25. Again, this is not a consumer auction. By clicking the box to accept our terms and conditions, you are also confirming that you are bidding by way of trade and not as a consumer. The Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended by the Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994) does not apply to this auction.

26. Reserve – the vendor is entitled to change/remove any reserve price at any time before the conclusion of the sale. Vendors regularly ask us to reduce/remove the reserves towards the end of the auction and put items ‘on sale’.

27. The highest bidder at that time will receive a short email/text to that effect, which supersedes a previous automated ‘reserve not met’ style email.

28. The vendor, his agent, or the auctioneer may bid on any lot up to the reserve price.

29. The auctioneer, the company, and/or the vendor are not bound to accept the highest bid or any other bid placed in the course of the auction.

30. Lots – Misrepresentation Act 1967 – No person in the employment of The Jewellery Auction House Ltd has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to any Lot. (Clearly, a phone call post-auction to inquire, "Does the watch work?" or "Will the van get me home?" is only a best guess!)

31. All lots are offered “as is, where is”, subject to not being sold or withdrawn, and without any express or implied warranty, and are not represented to be in roadworthy condition, mechanically sound, or maintained in any particular condition whatsoever. Lots may not be fit for purpose and may require substantial repairs at the buyer’s expense. The lots may not be of satisfactory quality.

32. You acknowledge and agree that we have excluded our liability in respect of terms that would otherwise have been implied into the Contract of Sale under the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) to the fullest extent permitted by law, including, without limitation, the terms relating to lots complying with their description and/or being fit for a particular purpose.

33. We expressly disclaim the accuracy or completeness of any and/or all information provided to you regarding lots, whether provided in written, verbal, or digital image form. Lot information is provided for convenience only. You agree that you will not rely on lot information in deciding whether or how much to bid on any lot. Lot information includes, without limitation: year, make, model, condition, damage amount, damage type, roadworthiness, drivability, accessories, mileage, odometer readings, vehicle identification numbers, title, repairs needed, repair cost, repair history, title history, service history, and total loss history. We expressly disclaim any and all representations (whether written or verbal), warranties, and guarantees regarding the lots we offer for sale. The lots we offer for sale may be missing components or parts. We do not guarantee that vehicles meet or can be modified to meet local emission or safety or legislative requirements. It is your sole responsibility to ascertain, confirm, research, inspect, and/or investigate to your satisfaction the lot information prior to deciding to bid and how much you wish to bid on any lot, taking all of the above into account. By bidding, you have agreed that we have provided sufficient details for you to make an informed choice when bidding. You agree you have bid accordingly.

34. You should not accept that the odometer reading is correct. We will attempt to verify mileages; however, even if marked ‘verified’, that will be only verified by the information that is available at the time of listing and is given as a guide, not a warranty. No odometer readings are warranted unless stated “warranted” in the lot details.

35. Each bidder will have a different expectation of the condition of any pre-used lot – particularly a used vehicle. All vehicles are therefore photographed with multiple high-resolution photographs that can be enlarged to full screen. No claims whatsoever will be entertained if, as a direct result of the bidder's failure to examine the photographs, lots are found to have defects that would have been clear had the bidder properly examined the photographs on screen.

36. Any damage that does not impact on the safety or operability of the vehicle, including cosmetic damage, such as minor/repairable dents, scuffs, broken/cracked glass or plastics, paint, or external surface rust, is assumed, commensurate with vehicle mileage, age, and use.

37. All commercial vehicles over 3 years old or with an odometer reading over 100,000 miles or a non-verified mileage are automatically “sold as seen.” In this instance, no complaints can be entertained from the buyer for whatever reason unless the buyer has previously viewed the vehicle prior to the auction end.

38. Lot details are provided in good faith, with information available at the time of listing and are not to be read as a statement or representations of fact, but as a general guide. They may be revised at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction with new information that has come to our attention. It is a contractual obligation that bidders make their own investigations where dimensions, mileages, hours, condition, or authenticity are critical.

39. We do not conduct “HPI” type checks on any vehicle; however, we guarantee to sell all lots free of any financial encumbrance or lien. Buyers may request that we carry out an HPI check on their behalf at a pre-paid cost of £12 plus VAT per check, not less than 24 hours prior to the conclusion of the auction.

40. Viewing is available and encouraged on all lots by prior appointment. The Buyer agrees he/she has been given every opportunity which might reasonably be expected to examine and inspect the Lots. The exact condition and functionality of a lot is therefore assumed to be confirmed by the bidder prior to bidding. Viewing is entirely at the bidder's own risk. We cannot be held liable for any damage or omissions that could have been discovered had you made a reasonable inspection of the vehicle/watch/jewelry/gemstones. No allowances of any description whatsoever will be made in the event of problems as a result of failure to view – it is our strong advice not to bid on anything at all if you have not viewed to your satisfaction first – our descriptions and photos are insufficient to rely wholly upon for the purposes of bidding.

41. All lots are sold as requiring some attention and not necessarily fit for any purpose. By bidding, it is acknowledged that the bidder has allowed for all risks envisaged within these terms and conditions and has bid accordingly.

42. The mention of the condition of any item within the lot details does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order or present at all (e.g., if a vehicle is listed with a CD player or air conditioning, it will not have been tested unless specifically stated).

43. No bids are retractable. Buyers who do not inspect lots prior to bidding do so at their own risk.

44. It should be understood that vehicles are usually transported to our compounds and merely driven for the purpose of photographing and parked up for viewing. We have not necessarily personally viewed or test-driven any vehicle. No vehicle is road-tested on your behalf. By bidding, you acknowledge the above. We recommend you view any vehicle before you bid and that it be collected with a trailer/transporter.

45. As is normal practice at auction, all lots are sold “as seen” (or “unseen”), with all of their faults, incompleteness, and imperfections and as such are sold unfit for any particular purpose. If you have not inspected the equipment, assume that it does not run, it is in an unsafe state, and unfit for immediate use or beyond repair. The bidder relies upon the description at his/her own risk.

46. The buyer acknowledges that the content displayed on the auction site is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking any action on the basis of the content on the site.

47. We shall have no responsibility to check the accuracy of any information provided or made available to us (which includes information listed in catalogues, online listings, and any other literature in use from time to time) and you rely on all such information at your own risk.

48. It is for you to satisfy yourself as to the quality, condition, and provenance of any goods on the site through your own inspection and enquiries PRIOR TO BIDDING, and we shall accept no liability for any information supplied to us (in particular, where we have been dependent and/or reliant on information provided by third parties (e.g., DVLA, VOSA, HPI, etc.) and, for the avoidance of doubt, we do not undertake to check or scrutinize such information).

49. The web pages may contain technical inaccuracies and typographical errors. Although we make reasonable efforts to update the information on the auction website, we make no representations, warranties, or guarantees, whether express or implied, that the content on the website is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. You agree to use our website at your own risk.

50. **Limitation of Liability** – For the avoidance of doubt, we act as agents of the vendor.

51. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the buyer agrees to indemnify and keep indemnified, defend, and hold us, the vendor, any Insolvency Practitioner, Administrative Receiver, Administrator, and Liquidator acting as agent for the vendor harmless from any and all damages, losses, liabilities, costs, expenses (including legal fees, disbursements, and VAT, taxation, duty, charges) or claims (whether direct or indirect, known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen) made by you, any authorized bidder, or your guests or agents, arising from or related to property damage or any other event that occurs on or at any of our premises, collection sites, or storage compounds during collection, loading, or transporting, including driving the lot away.

52. As Auctioneer, The Jewellery Auction House Ltd is not a party to the contract and therefore has no liability in that respect. We offer lots for sale and conclude contracts as agents on behalf of vendors. The resulting legal contract is between the buyer and that vendor, and we are not responsible for any action or default on the part of the vendor or buyer, including but not limited to, loss or damage in contract or tort, negligence, breach of statutory duty, consequential or indirect losses or damage, legal fees, loss of income or revenue, loss of business, loss of profits or contracts, loss of anticipated savings, loss of data, waste of management or office time, travel costs, fuel however arising.

53. Notwithstanding the above, in no event shall our liability to you exceed the hammer price of the lot. Equally, the vendor’s liability to the buyer shall never exceed the hammer price of the lot.

54. Whilst risk in the goods passes to the buyer at the time of acceptance, all ownership and title in the goods remain with the vendor until it has received the purchase price.

55. The auctioneer accepts no liability whatsoever in relation to the goods whilst left on its premises.

56. Nothing in these terms and conditions excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury arising from our negligence, fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by English law.

57. In the event that the auctioneer unknowingly sells a lot that was not eligible for sale (i.e., there is a third-party interest that comes to light), then the auctioneer shall be entitled to immediately rescind that sale without any further liability to the auctioneer and/or company or the vendor.

58. **Payment** – The Buyer shall pay the full sum for the lot(s) purchased, as invoiced by email, no later than 17:00 hrs following the day of the sale, upon receipt of which the collection details for the lot(s) will be automatically emailed to the buyer. Time is of the essence. All lots shall be at the Buyer’s risk immediately upon the conclusion of the sale.

59. The reference for payment shall be the Lot number(s) OR your ibidder/saleroom number – any other reference will create a delay in processing.

60. Payment by bank transfer (details also on the invoice) is the usual and preferred method.

61. **ALL PAYMENTS TO:**

62. **The Jewellery Auction House Ltd**

Bank details can also be found on your invoice for both domestic and international transfers. We cannot accept card payments for auction purchases.

63. Where the buyer has not paid the purchase price, the fees, buyer’s premium, and VAT by the due date for payment, the auctioneer shall be entitled to charge £20 plus VAT per day admin charge and have the right to resell the relevant lots without notice to the buyer. Any charges or losses incurred on any resale of the lots will be payable by the buyer to the auctioneer.

64. It is acknowledged that the auctioneer holds a mandate from the vendor to take whatever action it deems necessary to collect the funds due by the buyer, including legal action via the courts, including the costs incurred. The buyer in default will, after 7 days, be passed to our debt collection agency and will be liable for any and all costs incurred in debt recovery. These costs are 20% of the initial debt plus 8% statutory interest on outstanding amounts.

65. Non-payers will be banned across the ibidder/bidspotter platform.

66. **Buyer’s Premium** – Payable by all buyers, the buyer’s premium is payable in addition to the hammer price and is always subject to VAT. The indicated % on the actual listing will be the overriding amount. As a guide, buyers will pay a buyer’s premium of 25% + VAT for lots up to and including £100,000, for each Lot purchased whether by auction, private treaty, or tender.

67. **Clearance/collection of lots** – Unless by prior agreement in writing, lots will incur a £20 plus VAT storage charge for each day that the lot is not collected after 7 days of the auction end. We reserve the right to re-offer uncollected lots to recover costs & to re-offer uncollected lots to recover outstanding costs. NB: ANY LOT NOT COLLECTED AFTER 3 MONTHS WILL BE CONSIDERED ABANDONED.

68. Removal of the lot(s) will be strictly by appointment and entirely at the buyer's own cost and risk, without liability to the auctioneer or vendor. Collection from location is the Buyer’s responsibility; neither the Company nor the vendor provides a packing/delivery/loading service unless specifically stated in the lot description.

69. Where the buyer has purchased more than one lot, the auctioneer reserves the right not to allow any lot to be removed from its premises until payment in full has been made in cleared funds in respect of all the lots purchased.

70. All lots must be cleared without fail by the date displayed on the sale details and/or the online catalogue, and in all cases, 7 days after the auction. Availability of lots is not guaranteed beyond this time unless by prior agreement in writing/email.

71. Buyers or their representatives must arrange collection and removal of each lot in compliance with all relevant legislation, using best industry practice, particularly in the case of a motor vehicle, under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 (as amended 2003).

72. Buyers are responsible for the roadworthiness of any vehicle purchased at auction or by private treaty. We have not and will not give a warranty on the roadworthiness of any lot. We sell on the basis that no vehicle is roadworthy unless specifically stated. We recommend you view any vehicle before you bid and that it be collected with a trailer.

73. The buyer or their collection agents shall provide evidence, as and when requested by The Jewellery Auction House Ltd, of their Public Liability Insurance policy.

74. **Default by the Buyer** – If the buyer fails to arrange collection by the specified date, the vendor may charge the buyer for the reasonable costs of storage at a minimum of £20 plus VAT per lot per day after 7 clear days following the end of the auction, plus part rent, wages, and other expenses as a result of buyer non-collection within the specified timetable.

75. If the auctioneer has rescinded the sale due to non-performance by the buyer and the lot has been resold by the auctioneer or by the vendor, the buyer shall reimburse the vendor with any shortfall.

76. **Deposit** – Any bidder unknown to us, or if so requested, will deposit the refundable sum of £1000 into our business account, held against any potential non-performance or until a satisfactory record of trading is established.

77. **Export/European Buyers VAT Re-payment** – It is your sole responsibility to comply with all import and/or export procedures, inspections, fees, proof of emissions, or any other requirements that may apply to your purchase.

78. All overseas buyers (EU and non-EU) will be charged VAT at the current rate on each Lot purchased.

79. A European buyer is one that initially registered with their address outside of the UK but within Europe.

80. EU buyers wishing to reclaim VAT MUST provide proof of their EU VAT registered status.

81. The VAT paid on the lot will be refunded upon receipt of a copy of the bill of lading for goods (not driven vehicles) as proof of export, providing this documentation is received within 3 months of the sale date.

82. **Driven vehicles:** HMRC states that a ferry booking reference is insufficient proof of export as it is only proof that you booked the ferry, not that you actually made the journey! (The new V5 registration (