Bidding Instructions

Auction Format

To Participate as a Bidder

How to Become a Rapaport Trading Partner

1. Register here to become a Rapaport Trading Partner
2. Submit a copy of your company's Business License or Certificate of Incorporation via e-mail to auctions@rapaport.com
3. Submit a bid deposit of 10% of your bid limit via wire or check

Schedule an appointment

1. Check our website for auction dates and locations
2. Schedule an appointment via email: auctions@rapaport.com or call: +1-800-488-9108

Submitting Bids

• All e-bid forms may be submitted to bids@rapaport.com until the auction closing time

Payment

• There are no buyer fees or premiums for participating in an auction.
• All winning bidders will be notified and invoiced within three business days after the close of auction.
• Full payment is expected three business days after invoices are issued.
• Payments are due in the form of wire transfer or certified check and made to the Rapaport office where the auction was held.
• All funds must clear Rapaport’s bank account before the merchandise is released.

Delivery of Diamonds

Sales Terms

• All sales are final, AS-IS for cash with no returns, refunds, or exchanges.
• Bidders are encouraged to view all lots. Rapaport does not guarantee the quality of any diamond or grading report. Rapaport does guarantee that the diamond matches the grading report.
• All other additional important details are outlined in the Bidder Terms and Conditions Form.