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Auction Description
Coming Soon: American Girl Dolls — Holiday Encore Auction
November 26–December 13, 2026
BEST Estate Services, Inc. is pleased to present our American Girl Dolls — Holiday Encore Auction, a second round of dolls, outfits, furniture, and accessories for collectors and gift-givers.
Rediscover childhood favorites, expand a collection, or find something special for an American Girl enthusiast this holiday season. Catalog preview coming soon—check back for photos and lot details.
Now accepting consignments! From individual dolls to larger American Girl and Pleasant Company collections, we invite you to discuss consigning with us. Our team handles cataloging, photography, and auction marketing.
Consign with BEST Estate Services
hello@bestestateservices.com | (262) 799-5167
Buyer's Premium
| Start | Premium(%) |
|---|---|
| $0 | 20.00 |
| $2,501 | 18.00 |
| $5,001 | 15.00 |
Bid Increments
| Start | Increments ($) |
|---|---|
| $0 | $1 |
| $10 | $2 |
| $100 | $10 |
| $500 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $5,000 | $100 |
| $10,000 | $250 |
| $25,000 | $500 |
| $50,000 | $1,000 |
| $100,000 | $2,500 |
| $250,000 | $5,000 |
| $500,000 | $10,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $20,000 |
| $5,000,000 | $50,000 |
Available payment options
Thank you for bidding with Best Estate Services. Winning bidders will receive an invoice for their purchased lots. Shipping coordination and separate shipping invoicing are managed through Shipping Saint. A shipping invoice will generally be issued within five (5) business days following the close of the auction. Your lot invoice and shipping invoice are separate invoices. Both must be paid in full with cleared funds before purchases are released for shipment. This is a shipping-only auction. All purchases will be shipped. No local pickup is available.
Shipping
Shipping Terms & Conditions
Best Estate Services, Inc.
American Girl Dolls — Holiday Encore Auction
Auction dates: Thursday, November 26–Sunday, December 13, 2026
SHIPPING-ONLY AUCTION — NO LOCAL PICKUP AVAILABLE.
Please read carefully before bidding. By registering and placing a bid, you acknowledge and agree to these Shipping Terms & Conditions in their entirety.
1. Buyer's Responsibility
Buyers are solely responsible for all shipping, packing, handling, freight, insurance, and delivery costs. Shipping is not included in the hammer price or total purchase price unless expressly stated in the individual lot listing.
Bidders with questions or concerns about shipping availability, costs, or requirements for a specific lot are strongly encouraged to contact us before bidding.
Email: hello@bestestateservices.com
Phone: (262) 799-5167
2. How Shipping Works
Shipping coordination and invoicing are managed through Shipping Saint, our third-party shipping partner.
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A separate shipping invoice will generally be issued within five (5) business days following the close of the auction.
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Shipping charges are based on carrier rates plus packing and handling fees, which vary based on the size, shape, weight, fragility, and special handling requirements of each item.
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Property will not be released for shipment until both the lot invoice and the shipping invoice have been paid in full with cleared funds.
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Tracking information will be provided when available.
3. Shipping Charges
Shipping charges include:
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Carrier charges (UPS, FedEx, USPS, or freight as applicable)
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Packing materials and labor
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Handling fees
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Insurance (where applicable)
Charges vary by lot. Because items differ in size, fragility, and packaging requirements, shipping costs cannot be estimated in advance for all lots. Bidders are encouraged to contact us prior to bidding if they require an estimate.
4. Oversized, Fragile & High-Value Items
Certain items may require custom packing, crating, or third-party freight service, including but not limited to:
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Oversized or heavy items, including larger doll furniture and playsets
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Fragile items
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High-value items requiring special insurance or handling
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Items prohibited from standard carrier shipping
For these lots, additional packing, crating, or freight charges will apply. Please contact us before bidding to confirm shipping availability and estimated requirements for any lot that may fall into these categories.
Best Estate Services, Inc. reserves the right to decline standard shipping for certain lots at its sole discretion and to require alternative freight or specialty shipping arrangements.
5. Shipping Only — No Local Pickup
This is a shipping-only auction. All purchases will be shipped. No local pickup is available.
Payment of both the lot invoice and the shipping invoice must be completed in full with cleared funds before property is released for shipment.
6. Storage & Unclaimed Property
Shipping arrangements for all items must be completed within two (2) weeks of auction close, no later than December 27, 2026, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Best Estate Services, Inc.
Items for which shipping arrangements have not been completed by that deadline will incur storage charges beginning December 28, 2026, at:
$10.00 per lot, per day — regardless of size or value.
If property remains unclaimed for thirty (30) days following auction close, and reasonable notice has been provided to the buyer of record, the property may be deemed abandoned and disposed of in accordance with applicable Wisconsin law. Best Estate Services, Inc. shall not be liable for any loss in value resulting from such disposition.
7. Release of Liability — Shipping & Transit
Once property has been tendered to Shipping Saint, a carrier, freight provider, or other third-party shipper, Best Estate Services, Inc. has no further responsibility for the property.
Best Estate Services, Inc. is not liable for:
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Loss, theft, or damage occurring during transit
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Shipping delays or missed delivery windows
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Carrier errors or mishandling
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Damage resulting from inadequate carrier handling after release
All claims for loss or damage in transit must be filed directly with the carrier or Shipping Saint. Best Estate Services, Inc. does not guarantee shipping rates, delivery times, or carrier performance.
8. International Shipping
Best Estate Services, Inc. does not guarantee the availability of international shipping for any lot. International buyers are responsible for:
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All customs duties, import taxes, tariffs, and fees
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Compliance with all applicable import/export laws and regulations
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Any restrictions on the import of specific items in their country
Best Estate Services, Inc. shall not be liable for delays, confiscation, or additional charges arising from customs clearance or international transit.
9. Damaged or Lost Shipments
In the unfortunate event that your item arrives damaged or is lost in transit:
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Document the damage immediately — take photographs of the packaging and item before unpacking further.
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Retain all original packaging materials — carriers may require inspection.
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Contact Shipping Saint directly to initiate a claim.
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Notify Best Estate Services, Inc. at hello@bestestateservices.com as a courtesy so we may assist where possible.
Best Estate Services, Inc. is not a party to any shipping claim and cannot guarantee outcomes of claims filed with carriers or Shipping Saint.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Best Estate Services, Inc., its officers, employees, agents, and representatives shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from shipping, packing, handling, transit, storage, or the acts or omissions of any third-party shipping provider or carrier.
The maximum liability of Best Estate Services, Inc. with respect to shipping of any lot shall not exceed the hammer price actually paid for that lot.
Contact Us
Questions about shipping? We're happy to help — please reach out before bidding whenever possible.
Best Estate Services, Inc.
Email: hello@bestestateservices.com
Phone: (262) 799-5167
Shipping Terms last updated: 2026. Best Estate Services, Inc. reserves the right to update these Shipping Terms at any time.
Terms & Conditions
Timed Auction Terms & Conditions
Best Estate Services, Inc.
American Girl Dolls — Holiday Encore Auction
Auction dates: Thursday, November 26–Sunday, December 13, 2026
SHIPPING-ONLY AUCTION — NO LOCAL PICKUP AVAILABLE.
ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS.
This auction is not an approval sale, and all sales are final. No returns will be accepted under any circumstances.
1. Conditions of Sale
This is a public sale conducted by Best Estate Services, Inc. (“the Auctioneer”). Best Estate Services, Inc. acts solely as an agent for the items being sold. By bidding on any item, the purchaser agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale and any other terms announced or published.
2. As-Is Condition
All items are sold AS IS, without any guarantee or warranty, express or implied.
Best Estate Services, Inc., its agents, employees, and/or consignors make no representations or warranties regarding the correctness of the catalog, description, authenticity, condition, size, quality, rarity, provenance, or historical relevance of any property.
No statement, whether oral or written, shall be deemed a guarantee unless expressly stated in writing.
3. Item Inspection
All prospective bidders are encouraged to inspect the items prior to bidding.
If an in-person inspection is not possible, bidders are responsible for requesting condition reports and/or additional photographs before bidding.
Descriptions and reports are provided in good faith. Items may be new, previously owned, vintage, or collectible and may show signs of age, use, storage wear, or other condition issues.
4. Last-Minute Bidding
Due to internet latency or device factors, last-second bids may not register correctly. To avoid errors, bidders are encouraged to refresh their browser frequently near the close of bidding.
Final auction results will stand as recorded in our system. To prevent last-second issues, bidders are encouraged to use the “Max Bid” feature.
5. Buyer’s Fees
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Internet Premium: 23%
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Credit Card Processing Fee: 3% on payments made by credit/debit card
Buyers are also responsible for shipping, packing, handling, insurance, and any applicable taxes or storage charges.
6. Payment Terms
All purchases must be paid in U.S. Dollars (USD).
Accepted Payment Methods
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Credit/debit card: Visa, MasterCard, Discover
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Cashier’s check
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Wire transfer
American Express is not accepted. Cash is not accepted.
For purchases under $1,500, payment may be made by credit/debit card, cashier’s check, or wire transfer.
For purchases over $1,500, payment must be made by cashier’s check with a bank letter of reference or wire transfer.
Checks should be made payable to: BEST ESTATE SERVICES INC.
To coordinate wire transfers, call (262) 799-5167.
Invoices
The invoice for purchased lots and the shipping invoice are separate invoices. Shipping coordination and separate shipping invoicing are managed through Shipping Saint. A shipping invoice will generally be issued within five (5) business days following the close of the auction.
All invoices must be paid immediately upon receipt. Property will not be released for shipment until both the lot invoice and the shipping invoice have been paid in full with cleared funds.
7. Shipping Only — No Local Pickup
This is a shipping-only auction. All purchases will be shipped. No local pickup is available.
Buyers are solely responsible for all shipping, packing, handling, freight, insurance, and delivery costs. These costs are not included in the hammer price or total purchase price unless expressly stated in an individual lot listing.
Bidders with questions about shipping costs or requirements for a particular lot are encouraged to contact us before bidding.
Email: hello@bestestateservices.com
Phone: (262) 799-5167
8. Shipping Details
Shipping coordination and invoicing are managed through Shipping Saint.
Shipping charges include applicable carrier charges, packing materials and labor, handling fees, and insurance where applicable. Charges vary based on the size, shape, weight, fragility, and shipping requirements of each shipment.
Packages will be released for shipment only after both the lot invoice and the shipping invoice have been paid in full with cleared funds. Tracking information will be provided when available.
Oversized, fragile, or specialty items, including doll furniture and larger playsets, may require custom packing or third-party freight service. Please contact us before bidding to discuss shipping availability and requirements.
Best Estate Services, Inc. does not guarantee shipping rates, delivery times, or carrier performance.
Please review the separate Shipping Terms & Conditions for additional shipping requirements and information.
9. No Local Pickup
No local pickup appointments or pickup windows are offered for this auction. All purchases must be shipped.
10. Storage Fees
Shipping arrangements for all items must be completed within two (2) weeks of the auction close, no later than December 27, 2026, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Best Estate Services, Inc.
Items for which shipping arrangements have not been completed by that deadline will incur storage charges beginning December 28, 2026, at:
$10.00 per lot, per day — regardless of size or value.
Thank You
Thank you for participating in our auction and for choosing Best Estate Services, Inc. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.
Best Estate Services, Inc.
Email: hello@bestestateservices.com
Phone: (262) 799-5167
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