Buyer's Premium Calculator

Christie's · Sotheby's · Phillips

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Increment Helper

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Current Premium Rates

Christie's

  • 27% up to threshold 1
  • 22% threshold 1 → 2
  • 15% above threshold 2

Effective 1 September 2025

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Sotheby's

  • 28% up to threshold 1
  • 22% threshold 1 → 2
  • 15% above threshold 2

Rates as of 13 February 2026

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Phillips

  • Standard: 29% / 22% / 15%
  • Priority: 25% / 20% / 14%

Priority Bidding: live auctions only

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Last updated: February 2026 · Always verify with official sources before transactions