Looking to buy at auction? Dawsons offers an exciting opportunity to discover and own fine jewellery, luxury watches, silver, art, antiques, and collectables. Whether you’re new to auctions or an experienced buyer, our secure bidding platform and expert catalogues make it simple to find unique pieces and purchase with confidence.
Auctions give buyers access to treasures you won’t find in traditional retail stores — from rare jewellery and watches to important works of art and decorative antiques. At Dawsons, every lot is carefully researched, catalogued, and photographed by our team of specialists, so you can bid with complete peace of mind.
Our specialist auctions bring together an extraordinary variety of items, with something to appeal to every collector:
Buy Jewellery – Antique, vintage, and designer pieces including diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and brands such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels.
Buy Watches – Luxury Swiss timepieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and more.
Buy Silver – Georgian, Victorian, and modern silver, from tableware and tea services to decorative works.
Buy Art – Fine paintings, prints, and sculptures spanning Old Masters, Modern British, and contemporary artists.
Buy Antiques & Interiors – Furniture, ceramics, glass, and decorative arts for the home.
Buy Collectables – From Star Wars memorabilia to sporting history and rare curiosities.
Every Dawsons auction is filled with unique treasures, from diamond jewellery and vintage Rolex watches to fine art, silver, and decorative antiques. Below are just a few highlights from our forthcoming catalogues.
We host regular auctions throughout the year, with new catalogues published online in advance. This allows you to browse, research, and plan your bids ahead of time.
Never miss the chance to bid on something special. With Dawsons’ Lot Alert service, you can register your interests and be notified the moment matching items appear in our catalogues.
Choose your categories or keywords — from diamond rings and Rolex watches to Art Deco furniture or contemporary art.
Receive instant alerts when matching lots are published.
Get early access to browse, research, and plan your bids.
Our secure bidding platform, Dawsons Live, lets you join the excitement of a live auction wherever you are in the world:
Watch and listen to the auctioneer in real time.
Place bids with a single click.
Leave absentee bids or book telephone bids directly through your account.
There are no additional fees when bidding via Dawsons Live.
Telephone Bidding – speak directly with a member of our team during the auction as they place bids on your behalf. Please register at least 24 hours before the sale.
Absentee Bidding – leave a commission bid before the auction and the auctioneer will execute it on your behalf at the lowest possible level, subject to reserves and competition.
Successful buyers will pay the hammer price (the winning bid) plus the buyer’s premium. Payment is simple and secure:
Bank transfer
Debit or credit card
Cash on collection (limits apply)
Invoices are sent promptly after the sale with a secure online payment link.
We want receiving your purchase to be straightforward:
UK Deliveries – Royal Mail Special Delivery is available for small, non-fragile items.
International & Larger Items – We recommend our trusted partners, Mailboxes Etc. and Pack & Send, for worldwide deliveries.
Collection in Person – Items can be collected from our saleroom by appointment.
From diamond jewellery and vintage watches to paintings, antiques, silver, and memorabilia, Dawsons auctions offer an ever-changing selection of treasures. Register today and join our international community of confident buyers.
From jewellery and watches to fine art, antiques, and collectables, buyers from across the UK and around the world trust Dawsons to deliver a seamless auction experience. Read genuine reviews below from clients who have purchased through Dawsons and discover why so many choose us when building their collections.
All of our sales will be listed on our upcoming auctions page. By logging into your Dawsons account you can register your interests to receive notifications when relevant items come up for sale. You can also sign up to our email newsletter to receive a notification whenever we upload a new catalogue.
View our full terms & conditions to learn more about our conditions of business for buyers including our buyers premium.
All our catalogues are published on our upcoming auctions page in the lead up to every sale.
Yes, registration is required for online, telephone, and in-person bidding.
We would be delighted to welcome you to view any preferred lots in person at our state-of-the-art showroom. Please view our auction calendar for specific viewing times and our location. If you can't make an official viewing day then please contact us to arrange a viewing appointment at your convenience.
Yes. Every lot is catalogued by our experts, with condition reports available on request.
We accept cash, bank transfers, credit cards and debit cards. We do not accept cheques or AMEX cards.
You can pay for your purchases in a number of ways.
In terms of shipping throughout the UK, we can provide a Royal Mail Special Delivery option for small non-breakable items - please contact us for a quote.
For all other items (& international shipping requirements), we suggest either: Mailboxes Etc. or Pack & Send delivery and collection services. Please remember that they will require the lot number, sale date, and shipping address to offer a quote.
Yes we can store your purchase securely, safely and fully insured. For further information, please refer to our full terms & conditions of business for buyers.
Of course! Please visit our Selling Page for further details.
Invoices are due promptly after the sale, and secure payment links are provided.
If you are new to auctions, you’ll quickly discover how exciting and rewarding they can be. Buying at auction allows you to access unique items, often at excellent value, while enjoying the thrill of live bidding. At Dawsons, we make the process simple:
View catalogues online before the auction.
Register to bid securely via Dawsons Live or in person.
Bid with confidence, knowing every lot has been catalogued by our experts.
Pay and arrange collection or delivery with ease after the sale.
Want to know more? Explore our regularly updated blog for detailed step-by-step advice and tips to get the most out of your experience.
Here to Help Every Step of the Way
From registering to shipping, Dawsons’ specialists are always available should you need advice.
