The Country’s Leading Horological Auctioneer

Consigning Your Collection

Lenzkirch, Germany, Symphonion, Musi-cal Clock, style 25R, playing 30 cm disc, on the hour or at will, with sublime har-mony double comb set, in a walnut wall

case.

Sold $7,015October 25th, 2015

Offering our clients personal attention at a New England style auction with worldwide exposure and big business results.

Since 1979

A Message From The Company President

Thank you for considering R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts for your consignment needs. Bob Schmitt started the company in 1979 with an unsurpassed dedication to his clients and an intense passion for horology. We are part of the second generation at R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts and we continue to honor Bob Schmitt’s legacy by always putting our clients first and sharing his enthusiasm for fine clocks and watches.

We understand that each item in a collection brings with it a flood of memories and many connections. Each piece reminds us of what first drew us to the timepiece, perhaps the beauty of the design or the fascinating mechanics of the movement. When we help sell your collection, we want to capture this ex-perience for you and to pass it on to those buyers who will be the future custodians of your collection.

For many people selling through auction can seem like a daunting process. Our goal is to eliminate that stress. Our foremost priorities are honesty, transparency and communication. You will be speak-ing to me directly about all major details regarding your collection and I will be available by e-mail or phone to answer any questions that you may have during the process.

Auction is often an option for clients disposing of collections and the status of the current market is a big factor. Our goal is to align expectations with current market conditions so you can have total con-fidence in us and are well pleased with the results. We will then set our sights on achieving top prices realized.

We look forward to working with you and sharing your passion.

Sincerely,

✓ World Renowned Horological Auction Company with 37 Years of Experience

✓ No Sales Tax and Competitive Buyer’s Premium Rates (15%)

✓ Competitive Seller’s Commission Rates

✓ Three Online Venues for Live Bidding: Ebay, Invaluable, Proprietary

✓ Competitive Bidding Environment: Attendees, Telephone, Absentee, Vetted Agents, Live Online

✓ Our Own Proprietary Inventory, Clerking and Bidding Software and Ac-tive Digital Presence on www.roschmitt.com and Facebook

✓ High Quality Printed and Online Catalogs with Detailed Descriptions and Professional Grade Photography

✓ Business Members and Preferred Advertisors of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors

✓ Extensive Direct Mailing and E-mailing List of over 8,000 Customers

✓ Advertising Exposure in Major Antiques Journals and Europe

✓ Fully Insured with Lloyd’s of London Fine Arts Policy

✓ Hassle Free Personally Supervised Transportation for Collection

✓ Personal Attention of a Specialized Auction House

Benefits of Consigning with R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Patek Philippe Regulator Dial

Sold $18,880 May 15th, 2015

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Step 1: Auction ValuationWe will ask you to send photos of your collection to us by e-mail or USPS or to arrange a personal visit if war-ranted.

Step 2: ConsultationOnce we have reviewed your information, you will be contacted by one of our representatives, at which time you will be provided preliminary estimates. You will have a chance to ask questions. The terms of consignment will also be discussed during this process. We value any information and expertise you have regarding your collection.

Step 3: Contract DevelopmentIf you decide to sell your collection through R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts a contract will be drawn up based on the conditions discussed during the consultation. There are no hidden fees. This contract will be sent to you for review before you sign.

Step 4: Transfer of ItemsOnce the contract is received we will work with you on transporting your items to our secure location In Wind-ham, New Hampshire. Some Items may be transported directly by our trained staff, who may also assist in the packing process. Other items may be shipped or delivered by a specialized third party courier. We will assist in finding a trusted company with experience, if necessary. Shipping and transportation fees and details will all be determined during the consultation process.

Step 5: Marketing Your CollectionOnce we receive your items our team of experts will begin working to ensure that we market your collection in a manner that will bring you competitive prices realized. Our experts are some of the most trusted and quali-fied in the field and our presentation is second to none. We advertise nationally and internationally and all auction items are featured on our own website, Invaluable and on ebay, the largest antique marketplace in the world.

Step 6: Published Printed CatalogYou will receive a free copy of the high quality glossy printed catalog with your items featured in it. This is a lasting reference and record of your collection.

Step 7: Auction WeekendWe maximize the number of bidders by offering numerous methods of bidding including bidding onsite in per-son the day of the sale, leaving absentee bids, telephone bidding and live online bidding through invaluable.com, e-bay and our own proprietary live bidding software. Bidders include national and international clientele including a growing market in Asia. If you cannot personally attend the auction, which we encourage you to do, you may watch the auction live on our website.

Step 8: Consignor PaymentsAfter the auction, prices realized are available upon request within a week. We immediately begin collecting from buyers so that we can remunerate your proceeds in a timely fashion. Proceeds are mailed out 45 days after the auction with a detailed accounting of your consignment.

8 Basic Steps to the Consignment Process

Seller’s Name________________________________________________________________________________ID____________Page_1__ Street Address______________________________________________________________________________Date_____________________

City__________________________________________State_____________Zip______Phone_______________________________________

E-mail_________________________________________________ Date and Location of Auction_______________________________

Other addresses, instructions or information:

Item # Estimate($) Brief Description of Item

I commission R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts, LLC to sell the items listed above and on attached sheets to the highest bidder at public auction. I certify that I am the owner of the listed goods, or the lawful agent of the owner or estate, and that the goods are free from any liens or encumbrance. I understand that ROSFA, LLC is acting as my agent in this endeavor and that title shall not pass to the purchaser until the purchaser has paid for the goods. A reserve or minimum sales price may be set for each item at a charge of 20% of the reserve if the item fails to reach reserve at auction. A penalty equal to 35% of the low auction estimate will be assessed and collected from the consignor for any item(s) withdrawn before the auction. I understand the availability of insurance for my goods at an additional charge of 1%. Additional fees for transport, truck rental, repair etc. shall be listed separately and may be included with the consent of the consignor. I agree that the charges detailed on this form shall be deducted from the final “hammer” price, resulting in net proceeds paid to consignor. This agreement is governed by the laws State of New Hampshire and disputes regarding this contract shall be settled in NH. Proceeds shall be mailed or delivered no later than 45 days after the date of the auction.

Seller___________________________________/__/__ Auctioneer______________________________/__/__

____% Commission__________________________ ____________________________________________ 1% Optional Insurance (Check to Include) ______ ___________ Rental or Transportation Charge ___________ Other Charges (Repair, etc)

Sample Consignment Form

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sales@roschmitt.com603.432.2237 FAX 603.432.2271

Austria, 30 day laterndluhr timepiece, meter pendulum with silver engine

turned dial with seconds bit, in a provin-cial style mahogany case

Sold $14,950October 26th, 2014