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1. Why are the prices in US Dollars?
Since most of our business is international, and 96% of the visitors to our website are American, all of our merchant accounts (VISA, MasterCard, and Discover) are in US Dollars. The current conversion rate which is updated daily and posted in the store, will be used on the date of sale to convert to $CDN.
2. Do sales taxes have to be paid on auction purchases?Yes. Based in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, Dr. Woodwell Antiquities must collect 8% Provincial Sales Tax and 7% Goods and Services Tax on applicable purchases. Bidders in Ontario and the rest of Canada must account for applicable taxes on top of their bid price.
3. Can anyone bid?
Anyone who has a bidding number or alias can bid. Upon registering online, you can select a bidder name, which is yours forever.
4. Do I have to come into the store to place a bid or change my bid?No. By using your secret password chosen by you when you registered, you may now bid by phone, email or on our website.
5. Are the items available for viewing?
Yes. All auction items are on display at Dr. Woodwell Antiquities, 587 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, Ontario.
6. Can I get more information on an item without visiting the store?
Simply email your request to Dr. Woodwell Antiquities quoting the item number and description, and the information you wish to receive.
7. What is the "Buy-It-Now" price?
When listed for auction, each item has three prices: The Book Value, which is the appraised value, the Current Bid, and the Buy-It-Now price, which will be below the Book Value price (and often by a considerable amount). As long as the highest bid has not yet reached 90% of the "Buy-It-Now" price, you may choose to purchase the item immediately for the "Buy-It-Now" price.
8. Can the selling price ever go higher than the "Buy-It-Now" price?It is possible. If the current bid amount comes to 90% of the "Buy-It-Now" price, the "Buy-It-Now" price cap is removed and the bidding continues until sold.
9. What is the minimum bid amount?
Under $50. ~ $1. Min.
$50. - $99. ~ $5. Min.
$100. - $399. ~ $10. Min.
$400. - $1000. ~ $20. Min.
Over $1000. ~ $50. Min.
10. How will I know if I have been out-bid?
By checking the appropriate box on the bidding form, you will be notified automatically. You can also check on prices either by phone or on the Internet.
11. I've placed a bid, but now I want to change my mind. Can I cancel my bid?
No. A bid is a contract to buy. In many jurisdictions, it is illegal to win an auction and not purchase the item. In other words, if you don't want to pay for it, don't bid!
12. How do you decide that the bidding is over?
If there are no further bids for a period of 5 business days, the sale is over and the high bid wins.
13. How will I know if I am the winning bidder?
You will be notified by telephone or email.
14. How do I obtain an item if I am the winning bidder?Delivery is the responsibility of the buyer. Items are available for pick up from Dr. Woodwell Antiquities, 587 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, Ontario. Delivery within southwestern Ontario, Canada can be arranged - please call or email to discuss options and delivey charges.
15. How is payment made?
Dr. Woodwell accepts cash, VISA, MasterCard, Discovery, and approved cheques.
16. Can I change my password or contact information?
Yes. Simply choose [Change Registration] from any auction page to update your information.
17. How can I list an item for auction?
Dr. Woodwell Antiquities accepts select consignments at our retail location, 587 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, Ontario. Please call (519) 637-2919 to discuss your item and see if it may be suitable for consignment. Consignors then have the option of listing their item on the Dr. Woodwell Daily Auction. 18. How can I contact the Dr. Woodwell Daily Auction?
Email: auction@drwoodwell.com
Telephone: (519) 637-2919
In person:
Dr. Woodwell Antiquities
587 Talbot Street St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 1C5
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