All consignments go through an acceptance process prior to drop-off.

Please create an itemized list of the items you would like to consign. For each item, include:

1. Title / Short Description
2. Important Information, if applicable (e.g., certificate of authenticity, maker’s mark, provenance, original packaging, known damage, etc.)

If you have a photo of an item, you are welcome to include one photo per item. Photos are optional and are for the initial review only. Lemon’s Loot will photograph all items accepted for the auction.

Please email your completed item list to ash@lemonsloot.com for review and approval.

All items accepted for consignment must be clean, sellable condition. Please ensure items are free from dirt, dust, pest damage, smoke damage, and price stickers, unless the sticker cannot be removed (for example, a price or label printed directly on new-in-box packaging).

Lemon’s Loot reserves the right to refuse any item that is deemed unsuitable for auction, including items that do not meet our condition, quality, or acceptance requirements.

Lemon’s Loot runs all eligible items through an online MaxSold auction. There is a short list of prohibited items, HERE 

We charge a non-refundable, tiered intake fee for all consignments. This fee reserves your spot in an upcoming auction and covers the administrative work involved in reviewing and processing your consignment.

All intake fees are non-refundable and non-transferable and must be paid prior to consignment drop-off.

Intake Fee:
 1 - 20 Items : $25
21 - 50 Items: $45
51 - 75 Items: $65
76 - 100 Items : $85
101 - 150 items : $120
151+ items : Please contact for a quote

Intake fees are based on the number of items accepted for consignment. Items declined during the intake process are not included in the fee calculation.

Please note we will also collect the following personal information: First and last name, telephone number, email address for payment and home address. Once we review your inventory list and contact information, we will provide an invoice to pay your intake fee and schedule drop off or pick up. 

The preferred method for consignors is to drop off their items at our location in the West End of Kingston. Specific drop off instructions will be provided upon approval of the consignment.

Pickup service may be available for an additional fee, which must be paid in full prior to collection.

Please pack your items in cardboard boxes, reusable bags, or totes that you do not require returned, as these containers may be reused during buyer pickups.

Before dropping off your items, please carefully check all pockets, boxes, drawers, compartments, and other storage areas for personal belongings or anything you do not intend to consign.

Lemon’s Loot is not responsible for personal or additional belongings left inside consigned items. Any contents discovered after an item has been accepted may be considered part of the consignment and may be included in the auction.

Once items have been dropped off and accepted for consignment, Lemon’s Loot begins preparing them for sale. Items cannot be removed, returned, or released to the consignor after acceptance.

Loss or Damage Disclaimer:
Lemon’s Loot takes reasonable care in handling and storing consigned items. However, Lemon’s Loot is not liable for loss or damage caused by fire, theft, flood, vandalism, accidental damage, or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control while items are in our possession, storage, or awaiting buyer pickup.

Auctions typically feature an average of 180–300 listings. If you have fewer items, Lemon’s Loot may combine your consignment with items from other consignors and/or supplement the auction with inventory from Lemon’s Loot.

Auctions typically are live/open for bidding for 7–12 days and usually close on a Wednesday evening. Items are prepared on Thursday and Friday, with buyer pickup generally taking place on the following Saturday.

Lemon's Loot reserves the right to sell items individually or to combine multiple items into a single auction lot when deemed appropriate to maximize buyer interest or improve the likelihood of sale.

Lemon's Loot reserves the right to determine how consigned items are photographed, titled, described, categorized, and presented in the auction. Descriptions and condition notes are prepared in good faith and are intended to provide buyers with an accurate representation of each item's age, authenticity (where known), completeness, functionality, and cosmetic condition.

Any flaws, damage, missing parts, repairs, wear, or other notable characteristics observed during processing may be disclosed in the listing, even if not identified by the consignor. Listing titles, descriptions, and condition assessments are at the sole discretion of Lemon's Loot and are not subject to approval or revision by the consignor.

By consigning with Lemon's Loot, the consignor represents and warrants that they are the legal owner of all consigned items or have full authority to consign them for sale. The consignor agrees to indemnify and hold Lemon's Loot harmless from any claims arising from disputed ownership or unauthorized consignment.

All items are listed with a $0 starting price, with the first bid set at $1.00. The bid amount increases with each additional bid.

Because MaxSold auctions are demand-driven, the final selling price is determined solely by bidder participation and market demand. Lemon’s Loot does not guarantee a minimum selling price, valuation, or financial return for any consigned item.

If an item receives no bids by the close of the auction, it will remain unsold. The consignor will have the option to:

• Pick up the unsold item, or
• Have Lemon’s Loot relist the item once more in a future auction at no additional intake fee.

Unsold items that the consignor wishes to retrieve must be picked up within 7 days of the auction closing date. Items not picked up within this timeframe may be subject to storage fees for each additional day until they are collected. After 14 days of non-pickup, the items are considered abandoned. 

Bidding on Your Own Items:
Consignors are welcome to bid on their own items. However, if a consignor is the winning bidder on their own item, the standard commission and payout structure will still apply.

If a buyer fails to attend pickup the no-show is reported to MaxSold. The buyer may be offered an alternate pickup if the total of the invoice is $50 or greater. 

If the buyer ultimately requests a refund, MaxSold refunds the majority of their payment while retaining a 21% of the hammer price for a processing/restocking fee. This fee is divided according to the normal commission structure between the consignor and Lemon’s Loot. When this occurs, you may choose to:

• Have the item returned to you; or
• Have it relisted in a future auction.

In some cases, buyers neither collect their purchase nor request a refund. If the invoice is paid out by MaxSold, Lemon's Loot retains ownership of the item and may resell it through a future auction or private sale. In these situations, no additional proceeds are payable to the consignor.

Very rarely, a buyer may discover an issue during pickup and request a partial refund. Lemon's Loot may, at its sole discretion, negotiate a reasonable adjustment to complete the sale. By consigning your items, you authorize Lemon's Loot to offer discounts or partial refunds when necessary to resolve buyer concerns.

If the invoices from customers are unpaid, there is no payout, and again, you can get the item(s) back. This doesn't happen often with the new measures Maxsold has added, but I still note it as a possibility as Lemon’s Loot does not have access to buyer payments or contact information.

If the consignor has requested the return of unsold items, those items must be collected within 7 days of notification. Items not collected after 14 days will be deemed abandoned and may be donated, disposed of, or resold without further compensation.

MaxSold charges a 21% commission on the hammer price (winning bid). Buyer premiums (18%) and taxes (13%) are paid directly to MaxSold and do not factor into seller payouts. Lemon's Loot pays consignors 50% of the hammer price for completed sales.

Example:

• Hammer price: $100
• MaxSold receives $21
• Consignor receives $50
• Lemon’s Loot receives $29 for hosting and managing the sale

MaxSold typically processes payments within 2-3 weeks after the auction pickup date. Once Lemon’s Loot receives the deposit and summary statement, we will issue your payment.

An itemized statement showing hammer prices and payout is available upon request. Consignor payouts are processed by e-transfer. Alternative payment methods may be available and could be subject to additional fees.

This consignment agreement is entered into solely between the consignor and Lemon's Loot. While Lemon's Loot uses MaxSold as its online auction platform, MaxSold is not a party to this agreement and has no contractual relationship with the consignor. All questions regarding consignment terms, payouts, and related matters should be directed to Lemon's Loot. If you require more information or have questions/concerns, I am happy to discuss further!