Turn Your
Household Goods or Collectibles Into Cash
Thank you for considering us to assist in selling your items. Whether you're looking to sell entire household contents or specific collectibles, we offer a straightforward and transparent process to assess, purchase, and either auction or directly sell your treasures.
Our Buying / Consigning Process
We aim to make selling as easy and transparent as possible
Submit and Review
Begin by submitting details and photos of your items through the form below. Our team will perform an initial review to determine their potential.
Assessment and Offer
If your items fit our inventory needs, we’ll discuss the next steps, which may include an in-person evaluation. Following this, we'll make you an offer to purchase your items outright.
Collection and Decision
Upon acceptance of our offer, we arrange for the collection of your items. Once in our possession, we decide the best route to market them—either through direct sale or our weekly auction.
Clean Your Items
A gentle cleaning can help present your items in their best light. Avoid extensive restoration, which can impact their value.
Document Details
Gather any documents or background information that could enhance the item's value.
How to Prepare Your Items for Evaluation
Top Tip:
A few simple steps can help ensure you get the best possible offer:
Photographing Your Items
Clear and detailed photographs are crucial for our initial assessment:
Good Lighting:
Take photos in a well-lit environment, preferably with natural light.
Multiple Angles:
Capture various angles, including close-ups of any important marks or features.
High Resolution
Ensure photos are clear and high quality.
Appraisal Request Form
Please fill out the form below with your details and upload photos of your items.
Our team will review your submission and get in touch with you to discuss potential offers and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
At Michael's Auction House, we make the buying process straightforward and enjoyable, whether you're a seasoned bidder or a first-time buyer. Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Straight Sale
Looking for a quick and easy purchase? Visit our online shop for fixed-price items. 👉 Simply go to the menu and click on Straight Sales. If you see something you love, add it to your cart and check out—no bidding necessary!
2️⃣ Online Auctions
Love the thrill of bidding? Our online auctions are hosted on a dedicated auction website. 👉 Just head to the menu and click on Online Auctions. Auctions typically start on Friday afternoons and end on Monday evenings, with lots closing one minute apart from 6:30 PM on Monday. Last-minute bid? If someone bids within the final minute, the timer extends—giving everyone a fair chance to win!
Whether you’re buying through a Straight Sale or an Auction, our team is here to help you every step of the way. Happy shopping!
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Hoe kan ek 'n item by Michael's Auction House koop?
By Michael's Auction House maak ons die koopproses eenvoudig en aangenaam, of jy nou 'n ervare bieër of 'n eerste keer koper is. Hier is hoe dit werk:
1️⃣ Regstreekse Verkope
Wil jy iets vinnig en maklik koop? Besoek ons aanlyn winkel vir items teen vaste pryse. 👉 Gaan na die kieslys en klik op Regstreekse Verkope. As jy iets sien waarvan jy hou, plaas dit in jou mandjie en voltooi die koop—geen bie nodig nie!
2️⃣ Aanlyn Veilings
Hou jy van die opwinding van bie? Ons aanlyn veilings vind plaas op ’n spesiale veilingswebwerf. 👉 Gaan eenvoudig na die kieslys en klik op Aanlyn Veilings. Die veilings begin gewoonlik op Vrydagmiddae en eindig op Maandagaande, met lotte wat een minuut uitmekaar sluit vanaf 18:30 op Maandagaand. Let wel: as iemand binne die laaste minuut bie, word die sluitingstyd met twee minute verleng—sodat almal 'n regverdige kans het om te wen!
Of jy nou deur 'n Regstreekse Verkoop of 'n Veiling koop, ons span is hier om jou elke stap van die pad te help. Gelukkige inkopies!
At Michael's Auction House, participating in our auctions is simple and exciting. All auctions now take place online via a dedicated auction website, making it easy for you to browse and bid from the comfort of your home.
🗓 Bidding opens on Friday afternoons, giving you the entire weekend to explore the lots and make your selections. ⏰ Auctions close on Monday evenings starting at 6:30 PM, with each lot closing at one-minute intervals.
To place a bid, simply register and log in on the auction website. If a bid is placed within the last minute before a lot closes, the closing time will automatically extend by another minute—ensuring everyone has a fair chance to place their final bids. The highest bid at closing wins the item.
🏆 If you’re the winning bidder, you’ll receive your invoice via email the next morning, with all the payment and collection details.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Hoe werk die aanlyn veiling?
By Michael's Auction House is dit maklik en opwindend om aan ons veilings deel te neem. Al ons veilings vind nou aanlyn plaas via 'n toegewyde veilingswebwerf, wat dit eenvoudig maak om van die huis af te blaai en te bie.
🗓 Biedings open op Vrydagmiddae, sodat jy die hele naweek het om deur die lotte te kyk en jou keuses te maak. ⏰ Veilings sluit op Maandagaande vanaf 18:30, met lotte wat elke minuut een ná die ander sluit.
Om ’n bod te plaas, registreer en meld aan op die veilingswebwerf. As iemand binne die laaste minuut voor ’n lot sluit, ’n bod plaas, sal die sluitingstyd outomaties met nog 'n minuut verleng—wat almal ’n regverdige kans gee om hul finale bod te plaas. Die hoogste bod wanneer die lot sluit, wen die item.
🏆 As jy die wenner is, ontvang jy die volgende oggend ’n faktuur per e-pos met al die betalings- en afhaalbesonderhede.
Yes, you are welcome to view the auction items, but we recommend making an appointment to ensure that the items you're interested in are available for viewing. This helps us prepare and provide you with the best possible experience during your visit. To book your appointment, please contact us via WhatsApp or phone, and we'll be happy to assist you.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Kan ek items kom besigtig wat op die veiling is?
Ja, jy is welkom om die items wat opgeveil word, te kom besigtig, maar ons beveel aan dat jy 'n afspraak maak om seker te maak dat die items waarin jy belangstel, beskikbaar is vir besigtiging. Dit help ons om voor te berei en jou die beste moontlike ervaring te bied tydens jou besoek. Om 'n afspraak te maak, kontak ons asseblief via WhatsApp of telefoon, en ons sal jou graag help.
Our stock at Michael's Auction House comes from a variety of sources, all aimed at bringing quality items to our buyers. We purchase household contents from individuals who are decluttering, downsizing, relocating, or emigrating. Additionally, we acquire items from deceased estates and insolvent estates. Each piece is carefully selected to ensure it meets our standards, whether it’s a rare collectible or a piece of everyday furniture. This diverse sourcing allows us to offer a wide range of items, catering to different tastes and needs.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Waar kom die items wat julle verkoop vandaan?
Ons voorraad by Michael's Auction House kom uit 'n verskeidenheid bronne, alles gerig op die verskaffing van kwaliteit items aan ons kopers. Ons koop huishoudelike inhoud van individue wat ontrommel, verklein, verhuis of emigreer. Daarbenewens verkry ons items uit boedels van oorledenes en insolvente boedels. Elke item word sorgvuldig gekies om te verseker dat dit aan ons standaarde voldoen, of dit nou 'n skaars versamelstuk of 'n stuk alledaagse meubels is. Hierdie diverse bronverskaffing stel ons in staat om 'n wye reeks items aan te bied wat aan verskillende smake en behoeftes voldoen.
At Michael's Auction House, we understand the importance of knowing an item's history. When available, we provide detailed information about the provenance of an item in its listing on our Facebook page. We make every effort to verify and share any relevant historical details, so you can make an informed decision when purchasing.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Is die geskiedenis of herkoms van veilingitems beskikbaar?
By Michael's Auction House verstaan ons hoe belangrik dit is om die geskiedenis van 'n item te ken. Waar beskikbaar, verskaf ons volledige inligting oor die herkoms van 'n item in die lys op ons Facebook-blad. Ons doen alles moontlik om enige relevante geskiedkundige besonderhede te verifieer en te deel, sodat u 'n ingeligte besluit kan neem wanneer u aankoop.
Once you’ve won an auction or made a purchase, our banking details will be provided at the bottom of your invoice, under the terms and conditions section. After making the payment via EFT, please send your proof of payment to webuy@michaelsantiques.com, using your invoice number as the payment reference. This ensures that your payment is correctly allocated, and your purchase can be processed without delay.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Hoe betaal ek vir items wat ek op die veiling gewen het?
Sodra u 'n veiling gewen het of 'n aankoop gedoen het, sal ons bankbesonderhede aan die onderkant van u faktuur verskaf word, onder die terme en voorwaardes afdeling. Nadat u die betaling via EFT gemaak het, stuur asseblief u bewys van betaling na webuy@michaelsantiques.com, met u faktuurnommer as die betalingsverwysing. Dit verseker dat u betaling korrek toegeken word en dat u aankoop sonder vertraging verwerk kan word.
Our banking details are provided at the bottom of your invoice, under the terms and conditions section. We kindly ask that you wait to receive your invoice before making any payments, and please remember to use your invoice number as a reference when completing the payment.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Waar kan ek die bankbesonderhede vir my betaling vind?
Ons bankbesonderhede word onderaan u faktuur verskaf, onder die afdeling vir bepalings en voorwaardes. Ons vra vriendelik dat u asseblief wag om u faktuur te ontvang voordat u enige betalings maak, en onthou asseblief om u faktuurnommer as verwysing te gebruik wanneer u die betaling voltooi.
Yes, we do. Our Importer/Exporter Code is CU25061672. You'll find this code listed at the top of your invoice when you make a purchase.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Het Michael's Auction House 'n Invoer-/Uitvoer-kode?
Ja, ons het. Ons Invoer-/Uitvoer-kode is CU25061672. U sal hierdie kode bo-aan u faktuur vind wanneer u 'n aankoop doen.
At Michael's Auction House, we require payment to be made within 24 hours after winning an auction. If payment is not received within this timeframe, we may need to resell the items to another bidder. This policy helps us ensure a smooth and efficient process for all our buyers.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Hoe lank het ek om betaling te maak nadat ek 'n veiling gewen het?
By Michael's Auction House vereis ons dat betaling binne 24 uur na die wen van 'n veiling gemaak word. As betaling nie binne hierdie tydperk ontvang word nie, mag ons die items aan 'n ander bieër moet herverkoop. Hierdie beleid help ons om 'n gladde en doeltreffende proses vir al ons kopers te verseker.
We typically allow buyers 10 days to collect their purchases or to arrange for courier or furniture removal. If you're unable to collect within this timeframe, please contact us to discuss possible arrangements. After 10 days, uncollected items may be subject to resale.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Hoe lank het ek om my veilingaankope op te laai?
Ons gee kopers gewoonlik 10 dae om hul aankope op te laai of om 'n koerier of meubelverwyderingsdiens te reël. As jy nie binne hierdie tydperk kan oplaai nie, kontak ons asseblief om moontlike reëlings te bespreek. Na 10 dae kan ongeïnde items weer verkoop word.
Yes, we offer delivery services for larger furniture items to all major centres within Gauteng, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Midrand, Alberton, and the East Rand. Delivery charges are not included in the purchase price and vary depending on the delivery address. Below is a breakdown of our standard delivery pricing:
Randburg Area: R550 (Mondays)
Krugersdorp Area: R550 (Tuesdays)
Pretoria Area: R650 (Wednesdays)
Hartbeespoort: R650 (Wednesdays)
East Rand: R550 (Thursdays)
Benoni & Springs: R650 (Thursdays)
Sandton Area: R550 (Fridays)
Please note that prices may vary by location, and we recommend contacting our office to confirm the current delivery costs and availability.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Bied julle afleweringsdienste aan, en wat is die koste?
Ja, ons bied afleweringsdienste vir groter meubelstukke na al die groot sentrums in Gauteng, insluitend Johannesburg, Pretoria, Midrand, Alberton, en die Oos-Rand. Afleweringskoste is nie by die koopprys ingesluit nie en wissel na gelang van die afleweringsadres. Hier is 'n uiteensetting van ons standaard afleweringskoste:
Randburg Area: R550 (Maandae)
Krugersdorp Area: R550 (Dinsdae)
Pretoria Area: R650 (Woensdae)
Hartbeespoort: R650 (Woensdae)
Oos-Rand: R550 (Donderdae)
Benoni & Springs: R650 (Donderdae)
Sandton Area: R550 (Vrydae)
Neem asseblief kennis dat pryse per ligging kan wissel, en ons beveel aan dat u ons kantoor kontak om die huidige afleweringskoste en beskikbaarheid te bevestig.
We offer courier services for smaller, manageable items. These typically include carpets, cutlery, crockery, and jewellery. Due to the risk of damage during transit, we do not recommend sending larger furniture items via courier. For larger pieces, we suggest arranging a collection or delivery through a specialised furniture removal service.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Watter veilingitems kan per koerier afgelewer word?
Ons bied koerierdienste vir kleiner, hanteerbare items. Dit sluit gewoonlik matte, eetgerei, breekware en juweliersware in. Weens die risiko van skade tydens vervoer, beveel ons nie aan dat groter meubelstukke per koerier gestuur word nie. Vir groter items stel ons voor dat u 'n afhaling of aflewering reël deur 'n gespesialiseerde meubelverwyderingsdiens.
If you’re not located in Gauteng, we offer delivery options through The Courier Guy for carpets and smaller items. For larger items or furniture, we recommend contacting local transport companies in your area. If you need assistance, our office can provide recommendations for reliable transport services.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Wat is die alternatiewe afleweringsopsies as ek nie in Gauteng is nie?
As u nie in Gauteng is nie, bied ons afleweringsopsies deur The Courier Guy vir matte en kleiner items aan. Vir groter items of meubels, beveel ons aan dat u plaaslike vervoermaatskappye in u area kontak. As u hulp nodig het, kan ons kantoor aanbevelings verskaf vir betroubare vervoerdienste.
If you change your mind about an item you’ve bid on or purchased, please contact our office as soon as possible. We understand that circumstances can change, and we’ll do our best to assist you. However, please be aware that cancelling a purchase may result in the item being re-listed for auction or sale.
Vir ons Afrikaanse lesers: Wat gebeur as ek nie meer belangstel in 'n item nie?
As u van plan verander oor 'n item waarop u gebie het of gekoop het, kontak asseblief ons kantoor so gou moontlik. Ons verstaan dat omstandighede kan verander, en ons sal ons bes doen om u te help. Wees egter daarvan bewus dat die kansellasie van 'n aankoop kan beteken dat die item weer op die veiling of verkooplys geplaas word.