Q: What if I see an item that I want to bid on, but I can't make it to the sale?

A: You fill out an

Absentee bid forms MUST BE IN HOUSE BY NOON ON THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO AUCTION!!!!

Then, fax it to (404) 252-1177.  Leave us a credit card number and one of our staff will be your bidding proxy. 

Q: I have some pieces that I would like to sell. What is the first thing I should do?

A: If you are local in the area, come on by! There will always be someone here on site that would be more than welcome to review your items for auction. If you have something more heavy or are located out of the area, the first thing to do is to send an email to our email listing with photos so we can get a visual of what you have. Once we receive the email, we will review the items and will contact you if it has been approved. Once it is approved, you can either mail them to us, or we can arrange a pickup as long as it is in the metro Atlanta area. Before you mail any items, be sure it has been approved, otherwise it will be discarded.

Q: How do I know which pieces I have would be ones that Gallery 63 are interested in?

A: It is very difficult to determine as there are many factors that take place when accepting items for our inventory. Some of the items are decided on a case by case basis. With that being said, here is a list of general items that we normally dont' take.

• Framed art (paintings, prints, lithos, etc...)
• Toys ,Stuffed Animals, Dolls
• Mattresses and Boxsprings
• Single chairs
• Particle board furniture
• Newspapers, Articles, Books, Comic Books
• Postcards, Loose Photographs, Albums
• Costume Jewelry
• Any items that are incomplete or broken
• Quilts
• Machine made rugs
• Clothing, linens
• Records, Tapes, VHS Cassettes
• Electronics, Televisions, Stereos, etc...

This isn't a definite list and is subject to change

Q: I've never been to an Auction before. What do I do?

A: HOLD UP YOUR CARD! No seriously, come on in! We'll have you fill out a registration form and give you a number. There is no fee to register. It is that simple. If you're still feeling nervous, we'd be happy to hold your hand and your bidder number!

Q: Do you deliver items that I purchase?

A: Unfortunately, we do not. We are so busy picking up great finds for you, that we simply do not have the time. However, we can suggest several companies that would love to deliver. Ok, Ok so some of the guys have pickup trucks and you may be able to arrange an AFTERHOURS delivery. Be sure and throw them a few bucks, they have families, too.

Q: What are your hours?

A: One of us is usually here from 9am to 4pm Monday through Friday. That said, the Saturday before the Auction we're open 9am to 5pm and the week prior to the Auction ( Preview week) we're open 9am to 5pm as well.

For questions or just to say "Hi", give us a ring at (404) 252-2555 or send us an email to info@gallery63.net .

Q: Should I preview before the sale?

A: We highly encourage previewing the lots we have for bid online anytime, and especially in-house the week before the sale. It makes for a happy consignor and a happy buyer. Please bring your experts to preview because after the sale, it's too late.  "You bought it."

Q: Do you sell high end items?

A: At our last jewelry auction, we sold a GIA certified internally flawless 8 Carat Diamond. The buyer was happy, the consignor was happy, ergo we're happy. We've sold Tiffany lamps, important paintings by listed artists and furniture made for royalty.

Q: What's the most unusual item you have ever sold?

A: Well, ....we think it was a piece of exercise equipment but it may have had a more prurient purpose. It vibrated - need I say more? When Elmer straddled it on stage, it sent the first three rows into a fit of hysteria. The staff wanted to keep the "piece", but we are always looking out for our customers and we had to let it go......Please don't bring it back.

Q: Is there a fee to register?

A: No, our auctions are open to the public.

Q: Can I buy something off the floor?

A: No, we are not set up for retail. We only sell at auction.

Q: What is a Buyer's premium? and how much is it?

A: Our Buyer's premium is 15%. 15% standard with most Auction Houses. However, some do charge 20%.  For example, if you purchased something for $100, then your total would be $115.