Auctions

D.C. Seed Exchange is renowned for its thrilling seed auctions, where bidding always starts at $ 1, and there’s never a reserve price. This means every seed lot, no matter how rare, limited, or hard to find, is guaranteed to sell to the highest bidder, making it a true gamble and a treasure trove for collectors. As a trusted auction site, D.C. Seed Exchange offers a unique opportunity to acquire sought-after genetics at potentially unbeatable prices, adding an exciting element to the search for the perfect strain.

Please note, D.C. Seed Exchange and its Vendors provide rare “Vault” stock as a service to the preservation community. Due to the biological nature of aging seeds, neither the Platform nor the Vendor can offer replacements, refunds, or credits for non-germination of vintage items. All sales on packs designated as “Vintage,” “Vault,” or “Heirloom” are final.

We recommend that only experienced growers/preservationists utilizing advanced germination techniques bid on these specific items.

Pro-Tip: Bid Early, Stress Less. Don’t wait for the final countdown! While our Anti-Snipe feature ensures a level playing field for everyone, the smartest play is using Proxy Bidding. Set your secret maximum, and let our system handle the increments for you, ensuring you win at the lowest possible price. Secure your genetics early and skip the last-minute scramble.

Auction Rules:

• All auctions start at 16:20 Eastern on Friday at $1 with no reserve and end at 16:20 Eastern on Sunday.
• The bid increment is $5.
• Proxy bidding is allowed.
• First-time bidders will need to verify their accounts.
• To prevent sniping, a bid placed in the last 15 minutes will extend the auction by 5 minutes.
• Payment is due within 24 hours of the auction closing. You can pay by credit card, debit card, crypto, or cash.
• Shipping is not included in the winning bid price. You will be responsible for Priority Mail shipping costs ($13).
• Failure to pay for winning items within 24 hours will result in an immediate ban from participating in future auctions.