The Exquisite Ernestine 'Ernie' Raclin Trust Collection Online Only Auction!    

An Outstanding Collection of High-End Antiques inc. Chippendale, Mahogany, Walnut, Louis XIV, XV, XVI - John Ferneley Paintings - Cartier and Tiffany & Co. Clocks - Oil Paintings & Prints - Sterling Silver Serving & Decorative Pieces - Staffordshire - Equestrian Collection inc. Brass Bridles, Stirrup Cups, Art, & Decor - Crystal inc. Waterford - Literature inc. Leather Bound - Quality Furniture - Outdoor Statues, Urns & Planters - Lighting - Household & More! 

Don't miss your opportunity to own a part of this extraordinary collection!

Bid now through Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - Lots begin closing out at 6 pm est.

Pickup for items will be on Thursday, April 11, 2024 - the link to schedule your timeslot will be in your winning email following the auction

ALL ITEMS MUST BE PICKED UP APRIL 11 - NO EXCEPTIONS WITHOUT PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS!

Located in South Bend, Indiana 46614 - exact address to be on winning invoice. 

10% Buyer's Premium added to each winning invoice.

IF YOU ARE WATCHING THE AUCTION CLOSE OUT LIVE, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE IN SALE ORDER VIEW - NOT IN YOUR WATCHLIST OR IN LOT ORDER.

GENERAL:

All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to reopen an auction if there are technical difficulties, in order to allow for fair bidding. Previous winning bids may no longer be valid in this situation.

PAYMENT TYPES & FEES:

Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval. All bidding is in US Dollars (USD). You may pay with Cash, Check, Certified Check, Credit or Debit Card with 4% convenience fee, or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire); If you pick your winnings up at our specified time and location for the auction listed above. There is a $5 MINIMUM if you would like to pay with a Card. Any invoices paid with a card that are less than $5 Will Be Rounded Up to Meet the Minimum Requirement.

This auction will NOT have Sales Tax added to each winning invoice.

This auction will have a 10% buyer's premium added to each winning invoice. 

All titled items will have a $25 Administration Fee. It is the buyer’s responsibility to notify us if the address you registered with is different than the one you want the title mailed to.  All titles are mailed signature required – no exceptions.

If You Do Not Come to The Load Out Time Listed Above, A $10 Convenience Fee Will Be Added to Your Invoice And Your Card On File Will Be Charged For Your Purchase Total Plus The 4% Convenience Fee.

If the card on file declines, a declined card fee will be added, and the buyer will be blocked until payment is received. The minimum declined card fee that is added is $5.00; If You Have More Than One Declined Invoice Within A 30 Day Period, The Declined Card Fee Will Be $50.00 Per Invoice and That Fee Must Be Paid Before Your Account Can Be Reinstated.

If Your Card Habitually Declines, Metzger Property Services Reserves the Right to Charge A $50 Fee per invoice, Even If It Is Outside The 30-Day Window. Your Balance Due Must Be $0.00 Before Your Account Will Be Reinstated.

If a buyer fails to pick up their items during the allotted time, more than 3 times in a month, Metzger Property Services reserves the right to increase the late pick up/convenience fee to a $50.00 charge per invoice.

For out of state buyers with an invoice total of $500.00 or greater, we reserve the right to ask that funds be in a certified form with either a Certified Check, Money Order or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire).  We will email you if need to pay in this manner when we send your invoice.

Refunds will not be issued for payment type changes. Please make sure the correct card is on file that you would like charged.

If a buyer has outstanding balances not taken care of, Metzger Property Services, LLC reserves the right to take legal action.  Should that occur, the buyer is responsible for the invoice plus all fees associated with the legal process including but not limited to attorney’s fees, filing fees, court costs, interest and late fees.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to ban a bidder for non-payment, non-compliance, and/or habitual issues.

South Bend, Indiana 46614
United States

PICK-UP, TRANSPORT &/OR SHIPPING:

Pickup will be the following day by appointment only! Your invoice will be emailed to you & will have pickup information and exact loadout times -- Book a pickup time slot via the link in your winning email! ** If you do not receive an email, please check your junk/spam mail! If you are unable to sign up, please call or email the Office to schedule your appointment! 260-982-0238 • info@metzgerauction.com

Buyer is required to bring their own packaging, help to load and/or equipment for loading.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to verify orders by requiring buyer’s signature.

If you request Metzger Property Services to transport your item, there will be a minimum $20 service fee added to your invoice.  We will only transport your items if feasible for us, this is not guaranteed, and you should place bids accordingly.  

Items not picked up within 5 days will be resold at new owners’ expense, even if paid for. Items not paid for after 5 days will be resold. Buyer is still responsible for paying outstanding invoices before being reinstated to bid.

Shipping is available on small lots. Buyer is responsible for paying for items in full prior to being allowed to pick-up or have items shipped. Shipping costs include the cost of shipping plus up to a $10.70 S&H fee per box.  Buyer is Responsible for all Shipping/Handling Charges incurred including fees charged by delivery service for incorrect addresses.

At our discretion, shippable items may go to the UPS store. This may result in higher shipping costs. The UPS Store will reach out to you directly to collect payment. Metzger’s will only collect the handling fee in this case, but you will pay UPS directly for the shipping costs.  Exceptions may apply.