Gold, Designer & Fine Sterling

Auction Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction Ty Dawson Online Sales LLC (DBA Buckeye Downsizing Services) LLC (Buckeye Downsizing Services)") conducts online auctions and facilitates the sale of consigned items ("Lot" or "Lots"). These Terms and Conditions of Sale ("Terms") govern your use of our website, participation in auctions, and purchases of Lots. By registering, browsing, bidding, or purchasing, you ("Buyer" or "Bidder") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, which may be amended by Buckeye Downsizing Services without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates. By using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of certain personal data in accordance with Buckeye Downsizing Services separate Private Policy. Buckeye Downsizing Services employs commercially reasonable security measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.



2. General Terms

2.1 Binding Contract: Placing a bid constitutes a binding offer to purchase that Lot(s). If you win, you are required to complete the purchase in accordance with these Terms. Cancellations are not permitted except as provided in Section 6.3 (Cancellation Policy).



2.2 Bidder Responsibility: You are responsible for verifying the age, size, condition, description, and value of any Lot(s) before placing a bid. Buckeye Downsizing Services provides item information as a courtesy, but does not guarantee accuracy or completeness. If you make a bidding error or fail to complete a purchase, Buckeye Downsizing Services may take corrective measures, including suspending bidding privileges, reporting to credit agencies, or pursuing legal collection action.



2.3 Auctioneer Discretion: Buckeye Downsizing Services and its auctioneers maintain full discretion to determine the winning bidder, resolve disputes, set increments, accept or reject bids, and postpone or cancel any auction as necessary. Tie bids, irregular bidding, or technical issues may be addressed at Buckeye Downsizing Services sole discretion.



2.4 Auction Errors: Buckeye Downsizing Services reserves the right to cancel a sale due to: - The Lot(s) being unavailable or failing quality control; - Sale below Reserve Price; - Description or clerical error; - Technical malfunction or system failure; or - Suspected fraud or bidding misconduct.



2.5 Withdrawal: Buckeye Downsizing Services may withdraw any Lot(s) at any time before bidding begins, without liability.



3. Invoice Payments

3.1 Invoice Terms: Payment is due within forty-eight (48) hours after the auction closes. If any outstanding invoice balance is not paid within forty-eight hours of the auction's close, the Lot(s) may be forfeited, and the Buyer will remain liable for the full outstanding amount. If an invoice remains unpaid, Buckeye Downsizing Services may pursue all collection remedies, including referring the balance to a collection agency, reporting to credit bureaus, or initiating legal action. The Buyer will be responsible for all associated costs, including attorney's fees. Additionally, Buckeye Downsizing Services may dispute the bidder, which may affect the Buyer's ability to participate in future auctions on the platform. Accepted payment methods are available through Live Auctioneers platform only. For any other form of payment on the LiveAuctioneers platform, please communicate with the Live Auctioneers customer service for confirmation. Buckeye Downsizing Services reserves the right to decline specific methods at its discretion. Partial payments are not accepted and Buckeye Downsizing Services will not reserve or hold any unpaid Lot(s) for less than full payment, unless otherwise specified in writing by Buckeye Downsizing Services.



3.2 Buyer's Premium (BP): A Buyer's Premium or 25% will be added to the final hammer value of all items.



3.3 Sales Tax: Lot(s) may be subject to applicable state and local sales taxes, which are calculated based on the shipping destination and governing tax laws. Learn more about sales tax here. Buyers who are resellers or tax-exempt entities may submit a valid resale or exemption certificate to prevent sales tax from being applied. Learn how to submit your tax-exempt certificate here. Because LiveAuctioneers collects all payments, including sales tax, Buckeye Downsizing Services is not responsible for refunding any sales tax.



4. Shipping

4.1 Shipping is provided through Live Auctioneers Live shipping program please refer to their terms for further information.



4.2 Shipping Timeframe: Most orders ship within 1-3 weeks after payment. Items sold for over $500.00 may be held for a minimum of 30 days.



Furniture or specialty items may take 3-8 weeks or longer. Shipping timelines are estimates only. Delays do not constitute grounds for cancellation or chargebacks. Expedited shipping may be available upon special request at the Buyer's expense.



4.3 Local Pickup: Certain items may be eligible for local pickup by appointment at Buckeye Downsizing Services in Worthington Ohio. The inability of an item to qualify for local pickup does not constitute grounds for cancellation. Intention to pick-up items must be communicated to Buckeye Downsizing Services within 24 hours of auction ending. Unclaimed items, including items that have a balance due for whatever reason, after fourteen (14) days will be forfeited at Buckeye Downsizing Services discretion.



4.4 Unauthorized Returns: Returns not pre-approved by Buckeye Downsizing Services are considered unauthorized, including those due to incorrect addresses, refused deliveries, or unclaimed shipments. Buyers are responsible for reshipping, handling, and storage fees. Failure to pay any outstanding shipping charges or invoice balances will result in an Unauthorized Return. Unauthorized returns unclaimed after fourteen (14) days are forfeited, and Buyers remain liable for any balances owed.



4.6 Shipping Address Policy: Buckeye Downsizing Services is required to ship only to the billing address provided at the time of payment. Buyers who wish to use an alternate shipping address should update their Live Auctioneers profile before completing payment to avoid any delays.



4.7 Buckeye Downsizing Services shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance, shipping, or fulfillment of an order resulting from acts or circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to, acts of God, war, pandemic, government restriction, natural disaster, strikes or failures of transportation or telecommunication infrastructure.



5. Item Descriptions

5.1 "As Is" Sale: All Lot(s) are sold "As Is, Where Is," with any faults or imperfections. Descriptions and images are provided for reference only and may not fully represent the Lot(s)'s condition or color. Buyers are encouraged to request additional information before bidding.



5.2 Condition Reports: Condition reports are provided as a courtesy and represent Buckeye Downsizing Services good-faith opinion of a Lot(s)'s condition at the time of cataloging. They are not guarantees and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Minor defects, odors, or other imperfections common in pre-owned or vintage items may not be specifically disclosed. Minor surface wear, faint marks, or other age-related signs of use are to be expected and do not constitute a misrepresentation or valid basis for return or chargeback. Buyers should carefully review all the images provided. Photographs are provided to assist in evaluation; however, variations in lighting or monitor settings may cause slight differences in color or appearance. Minor wear, imperfections, or variations due to lighting or photography are not valid reasons for return or chargeback. Any reference to serial numbers, date codes, or unique identifying marks is provided solely to indicate their general placement on the item. The actual number or code on the purchased Lot may vary. Unless otherwise stated in the Lot description, items may not include original boxes, papers, dust bags, authenticity cards, or certificates. The absence of a condition report does not imply the Lot(s) is free of flaws.



5.3 Authenticity Guarantee: Buckeye Downsizing Services is not able to guarantee authenticity of any Lot(s).



5.4 Estimates: Any price estimates provided in auction listings or by Buckeye Downsizing Services representatives are for guidance only and do not represent appraisals or actual resale values. Estimates are based on factors such as previous sales, rarity, and market trends. They are not Reserves and do not indicate a minimum selling price.

5.5 Reserves: Unless stated as "No Reserve," some Lot(s)s may have confidential minimum prices. Bids below reserve may be rejected.



6. Returns & Refunds

6.1 All Sales Final: All sales are final.



6.2 Cancellation Policy: Requests to cancel accidental bids must be submitted immediately and no later than within 1 hour of placement. Buckeye Downsizing Services will review each request on a case-by-case basis. Buckeye Downsizing Services reserves the right to cancel any bid or purchase if fraud or error is suspected.



6.3 Limited Exceptions: Returns may be accepted within three (3) days of delivery only if the Lot(s) is significantly misdescribed as determined by Buckeye Downsizing Services. Minor variations or normal wear of vintage or antique items do not make such items eligible for a return.





7. Warranties & Liability

7.1 Disclaimer of Warranties: Buckeye Downsizing Services and its consignors expressly disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Neither Buckeye Downsizing Services nor its consignors shall be responsible for any representations regarding the rarity, quality, condition, size, importance, provenance, or historical significance of any Lot(s).



7.2 Statements of Opinion: While Buckeye Downsizing Services representatives make every effort to describe items accurately and in good faith, any statements - whether oral or written - by the auctioneer or any Buckeye Downsizing Services representative are opinions only and shall not be construed as warranties, guarantees, or factual representations.



7.3 Limitation of Liability: Buckeye Downsizing Services, its vendors, and consignors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage arising out of or related to any sale, purchase, or use of a Lot(s). The Buyer's sole remedy for any proven claim shall be limited to the return of the purchase price actually paid, in accordance with Buckeye Downsizing Services return policies set forth herein.



8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Content: All text, photographs, and materials on the Buckeye Downsizing Services platform are protected by intellectual property laws. No content may be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written authorization from Buckeye Downsizing Services.



8.2 Copyright: Purchase of a Lot(s) does not convey copyright or reproduction rights.



8.3 Image Rights: Buckeye Downsizing Services retains the right to reproduce and display images of sold Lot(s)s for marketing, promotional, or archival purposes.



9. Disputes

9.1 Buckeye Downsizing Services is a licensed auction firm by the Ohio Department of Agriculture and is bonded in favor of the State of Ohio. An aggrieved person may initiate a claim against the auction recovery fund created in Section 4707.25 of the Revised Code as a result of the licensee’s actions.



Ohio Department of Agriculture

8995 E. Main Street, Bldg. 1

Reynoldsburg, OH 43068





10. Modifications: Buckeye Downsizing Services may revise these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website or participation in auctions constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.



11. General Provisions

11.1 Non-winning Bidders: By participating in the auction, non-winning bidders consent to receiving follow-up communications, including marketing materials related to similar Lots available through Buckeye Downsizing Services. Non-winning bidders may opt out of marketing communications at any time.



12. Category-Specific Disclaimers



12.1 Brand Representation: Buckeye Downsizing Services is not affiliated with, nor an authorized dealer of, any brands offered for sale.



12.2 Handbags & Accessories: Unless stated otherwise, items may not include dust bags, boxes, or authentication cards.



12.3 Jewelry items may not include appraisals unless expressly stated. When an appraisal is provided from a third party, it does not guarantee the stated value, and Buckeye Downsizing Services is not responsible if another appraiser or jeweler assigns a lower valuation. All replacement values are for reference only and do not represent resale value, market value, or insurance value.



12.4 Watches are sold without manufacturer warranties. Unless stated, watches may not include original boxes, papers or original parts.



12.5 Furniture & Home Goods: Vintage furniture items may show normal signs of wear or restoration. Furniture cannot be shipped internationally; Buyers must use a U.S.-based freight forwarder. Shipping generally takes three (3) to eight (8) weeks. Local pickup in Worthington Ohio is available for furniture items only. An appointment must be scheduled within 24 hours of auction end and all items must be picked up within 7 days of auction end. We are not able to store furniture longer than 7 days after auction end. Buyers are responsible for all loading of furniture.