FAQ The Avicii Collection – A charity auction 

Why is this auction being held? 

Tim Bergling left behind some incredible things – among them, a significant number of his belongings, including sneakers, clothes, and instruments, that have been stored in Stockholm for the last six years. Given Tim’s lack of attachment to material things, his family decided that a charity auction is the most natural solution, with the proceeds directed towards The Tim Bergling Foundation. This auction will support the Foundation’s work for young people’s mental health and other causes close to Tim’s heart, such as endangered animals, nature, and climate. This way, Tim’s belongings can contribute to the positive change he always sought to inspire.

Where will the proceeds go? 

The Avicii Collection is a charity auction, meaning no reserve or buyer’s commission. All proceeds will be donated to The  Tim Bergling Foundation, founded by Tim’s parents, Klas Bergling och Anki Lidén, to commemorate their son’s memory. The Foundation advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health crisis and actively works to remove the stigma attached to suicide and mental health issues. The Foundation works on prevention for young people’s well-being and mental health.

When will the auction be published? 

The auction will be published in full on September 6th. Then, you will find all the items included online at stockholms auktionsverket.com and in The Avicii Collection – A charity auction catalog.

Do the auction items include a certificate of authenticity?

All items in The Avicii Collection come with a physical certificate of authenticity that guarantees their provenance and place in this unique auction. Every certificate is numbered by lot thus there are 267 items and 267 certificates that ensure their authenticity for current and future owners.

Where can I find the auction catalog? 

The catalog will be published in the form of a digital version and a limited edition printed version. The printed catalog can be pre-ordered here. Fixed shipping rates applies to pre-ordering the limited edition catalog, depending on the destination.

Where is the auction held? 

The live auction will be held at Stockholms Auktionsverk, Nybrogatan 32, in Stockholm, Sweden. Tim has always considered Stockholm his home, and Stockholms Auktionsverk is just around the corner from the apartment where he used to live. Of course, you can also follow and participate in the auction online.

What does ’no reserve, no commission’ imply? 

At an auction, the reserve price is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the seller and the auctioneer beforehand. If the bidding ends before the reserve price is reached, the lot will not sell. This restriction has been lifted as this is a charity auction and it means that each item (aka lot) can be sold at the starting price. The commission is a charge in addition to the hammer price, a set percentage that the buyer of an auction item is required to pay the auctioneer. This commission fee has been lifted as this is a charity auction and it means that there will be no additional fees added to the hammer price (besides potential shipping costs). Learn more essential auction terms in the Stockholms Auktionsverk glossary.

How do you participate in the auction? 

If you are considering bidding in the auction, learn more about the different options in our How-to guide. Make sure to  do so well before the auction starts.

Are the items available for international shipping? 

When you buy a lot in the auction, additional shipping costs will be added to the selling price, depending on the shipping destination. As soon as the auction is published, all included items are available for bidding online; when you log in and view an item, you can find fixed shipping rates and options just below the bid history – based on your registered zip code and country.