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Auction Tips & Helpful Information

Auction 54 features real-time bidding, staggered closing and bidder notifications designed to make the process clear and easy to follow.

How Auction 54 Works

Real-Time Bidding

Current bids update live, so there is no need to refresh your page or call for bid status.

2-Minute Staggered Closing

Lots close on a staggered schedule, giving bidders a fair opportunity to respond to late bids and eliminating traditional “sniping.”

Up-to-Bids

You may leave your maximum up-to-bid in advance. Your bid is increased only as needed when another bidder challenges you.

Bid Notifications

HiBid can notify you when you have been outbid. Winning lots appear green and losing lots appear red for easy reference.

Registration

Registration is simple. Create or update your bidder account using the Register for Auction link.

If you have bid with us before, your information should already be there, but please make sure your contact and payment information is current.

Closing Day

I encourage you to watch the auction as lots begin to close. Prices are realized in real time, and you will still have the opportunity to bid if you have been outbid.

The 2-minute staggered close and bid-extension feature are designed to give bidders a fair chance to respond and prevent last-second sniping.

Payment

Invoices over $5,000 must be paid by wire transfer.

Accepted payment methods include Visa/Mastercard, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo and Money Order.

A 4% processing fee applies to electronic payments. There is no additional flat buyer’s premium added to your winning bid.

Postage and insurance are the responsibility of the buyer. There are no hidden handling charges.

Shipping

After payment is completed, items are generally shipped within 1–2 business days.

Each doll will be carefully wrapped and presented in a white display box.

Most of all, enjoy the auction and have fun!