This auction is live!
You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction.
Watch the auctionThis auction is closed!
It is no longer possible to bid at this auction.
You are registered for this auction
You are now approved to bid at this auction.
Your auction registration is now pending
You have successfully registered for this auction, pending approval to bid. Please check your email for further information.
Your auction registration has been declined
Please contact the auctioneer for more information.
Live
Venue address
Unit 18 Leyland Trading Estate
NN8 1RT
United Kingdom
December Two-day Sporting Legends Memorabilia Auction
To include collections from George Best, Pele, Thierry Henry, David Duckham, Dave Bassett, Mike Duxbury & a Liverpool Programme collection.
Auction dates
03 Dec 2024 10:00 GMT
04 Dec 2024 10:00 GMT
Viewing dates
By appointment only
|
Auction currency
|
GBP |
|
Buyer's premium
|
24 % |
|
Accepted cards
|
|
|
Other payment methods
|
We found 49 items matching your search
Refine results
Filter by
Estimate
Primary Category
Category
Brand
Item Type
Sale Section
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
George Best English Football Writers Association Footballer of the Year trophy, 1968, depicting a figure of a footballer in action pose on rectangular wooden base with white-metal plaque inscribed THE FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR PRESENTED TO GEORGE BEST MANCHESTER UNITED BY THE FOOTBALL WRITERS ASSOCIATION 1967-68, the sides of the base with enamel Union Flag plaques, 23cm high. The trophy was presented to George Best in 1968 when he became a European Cup winner after scoring in the final against Benfica. United won 4–1 and Best was also crowned European Footballer of the Year. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
George Best silver-mounted and black bakelite 1965 Charity Shield plaque, inscribed MANCHESTER UNITED v. LIVERPOOL OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, 14th August, 1965, with easel stand, wear to silver. In the match played on 14th August 1965 at Old Trafford, United and Liverpool drew the match 2-2, Best opening the scoring in the match. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
George Best a blue Northern Ireland v. USSR and Spain International cap, 1971-72, blue velvet cap with gold tassel, embroidered crest and inscribed R, Sp 1971-72. The above represents George's 29th and 30th appearances for his country, in the match against USSR played on 22nd September 1972 in Moscow, USSR defeated Northern Ireland 1-0 and in the match against Spain played on 16th February 1972 at Boothferry Park, Hull, the teams drew the match 1-1. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
George Best blue Northern Ireland v. England, Scotland and Wales International cap, 1970-71, blue velvet cap with gilt tassel and braiding embroidered E S W 1970-71. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
George Best a blue Northern Ireland Youth International cap, 1962-63, blue velvet cap with yellow tassel, embroidered crest and inscribed YOUTH, 1962-63. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
George Best - Antonia Simoes white and red No.11 Benfica v. Manchester United1968 European Cup Final match worn shirt, Casa Desporta with v-neck collar and embroidered cloth badge inscribed S.L.B. with further sleeve badge, stained. The above shirt was worn by Antonia Simoes and gained by Best as a swap after the 1968 European Cup final played on 29th May at Wembley, United defeating Benfica 4-1. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
George Best's first pair of football boots, circa 1960, The first pair of football boots given to George Best by his parents when he first joined a youth team (Cregagh Boys), Best wrote the details of the games that he scored goals in on the sides in white paint, he brought the boots with him to Manchester when he joined Manchester United in 1961. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
George Best seven various handwritten letters from George Best to his mother and father, circa 1963, the letters giving details about his time in Manchester, matches and daily life. Copies are available by request. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
George Best silver Anglo-American Sporting Club Footballer of the Year Award, 1968, inscribed presented by ANGLO-AMERICAN SPORTING CLUB to GEORGE BEST MANCHESTER UNITED & IRELAND in recognition of his being voted “Footballer of the Year” Hotel Piccadilly Manchester, Monday 20th May 1968, misshapen, 26cm wide. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Friendly Trophy, 1983, with plaque inscribed Nuneaton Borough v Coventry City. George Best Friendly, 14cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
George Best green and white No.11 George Best testimonial long-sleeved shirt, 1988, Umbro, with button-up collar and embroidered badge inscribed GEORGE BEST TESTIMONIAL 1988 WINDSOR PARK BELFAST, with match programme, (2). In the match played on 8th August 1988 The George Best XI defeated An International XI 7-6. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
George Best a white No.3 England v. Northern Ireland match worn long-sleeved shirt, 1964, Bukta, 38 with crew-neck collar and embroidered three lion badge, stained all over. The above shirt was gained by Best as a swap with either Bobby Thompson 3rd October 1964 or Ray Wilson 10th November 1965. In the match played on 3rd October 1964 at Windsor Park, England defeated Ireland 4-3 and in the match played on 10th November 1965 at Wembley, England defeated Ireland 2-1. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best red No.16 Manchester United Silver Jubilee long-sleeved shirt, 1993, O'Neills, L, with crew-neck collar and felt badge MAN. UTD. SILVER JUBILEE 1968-1993, the front bearing fifteen autographs including George Best, Nobby Stiles, Denis Law, Bobby Charlton, Bill Foulkes, Brian Kidd, etc. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best signed poster advertising George Best Testimonial poster, 8th August 1988, 50 x 36cm. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Gorham Heritage white-metal tray inscribed 'With sincere thanks from the children of Biala Special School Melbourne 1989', 41cm wide. Biala Special School is an independent school providing services for students who are intellectually/physically challenged including autism, down syndrome and cerebral palsy. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best white-metal trophy on awarded to George Best, with plaque inscribed TO GEORGE BEST With grateful thanks, the Footballer of the Year match, 6.10.1978. Tel Aviv/Israel, Yedioth Ahronoth, on wooden base, 32cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Lancashire League Division 2 Winners plaque, the shield-shaped plaque inscribed LANCS LEAGUE DIV 2 SUPPLEMENTARY COMP WINNERS G. BEST 1961-52, on easel stand. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a white-metal Daily Express Sportsman medallion, 1969, the obverse inscribed DAILY EXPRESS SPORTSMAN of the YEAR, 1969, the reverse inscribed THIRD in the DAILY EXPRESS National Ballot, in shaped perspex case, some crazing, 12cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a white-metal Daily Express Sportsman medallion, 1970, the obverse inscribed DAILY EXPRESS SPORTSMAN of the YEAR, 1970, the reverse inscribed SIXTH in the DAILY EXPRESS National Ballot, in shaped perspex case, some crazing, 12cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Superstars Third Place tankard, inscribed The FERGUSON SUPERSTARS PAST MASTERS CHMPIONSHIP OXFORD 1983 Third Place, 12cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best XI v. Billy Neill XI trophy, 1984, with plaque inscribed George Best XI v Billy Neill XI, Ballyclare 28.5.84, 13cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Australian Tour poster, 1989, the tour was a speaking tour, 60 x 42cm, unframed and related programme, (2). The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Century FM Lifetime Achievement Award, 2002, inscribed 106 Century FM LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2002, George Best, 28cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best an Irish silver Texaco Sportstar of the year 1967 trophy, with plaque inscribed Sportstar of the year “1967" Soccer, George Best, 33cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best white and green No.14 George Best Testimonial long-sleeved shirt, 1988, Umbro, large, with button-up collar and embroidered cloth badge inscribed GEORGE BEST TESTIMONIAL 1988 WINDSOR PARK BELFAST. Shirt possibly commercially produced for George Best's testimonial match on 8 August, 1988. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
George Best green and white No.11 Pat Jennings Testimonial match worn long-sleeved shirt, 1986, Adidas, large, with v-neck collar and embroidered badge inscribed Pat Jennings TESTIMONIAL. In the match played on the 3rd December 1986 at Windsor Park, Pat Jennings XI and an International XI drew the match 3-3, Best scoring for the Pat Jennings XI. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best autographed Testimonial poster at Windsor Park, 8th August 1988, framed and glazed, 62 x 45cm overall. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
George Best green and white No.7 Northern Ireland v. Scotland match worn short-sleeved shirt, 1964, Bukta, 40, with v-neck collar and embroidered cloth badge inscribed IRISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION. The above shirt was worn in the match against Scotland played on 25th November 1964 at Hampden, Scotland defeating Ireland 3-2. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best College of Preceptors Report, 1961, belonging to George Best, June 1961, 'satisfied the Examiners in the under-mentioned subjects:- Religious Knowledge, English Language, Arithmetic, Algebra. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best's three Grosvenor High School Report, Autumn 1957, Spring and Summer 1958, (3). The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best's letter from Manchester United, relating to 1963 F.A.Cup Final, sent to Best from Les Olive inviting him to join the 1963 F.A.Cup Final party. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
George Best four Cregagh Boys Club medals awarded to George Best, circa 1960, (4). The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best's Nettlefield County primary School report, 1953, folds and tape repair. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best Northern Ireland v. Scotland match programme, 21st October 1967, classed as one of his finest games, large tear, Crewe United v. Dundalk match programme, 5th December 1989, the team pages autographed including George Best, Denis Law etc, autograph on card, two Orders of Service 3rd December 2005, Stormont Buildings, Belfast, the other Manchester Cathedral 16th March 2006 and the Best of The Best promo card, (a lot). The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a 1968 European Cup Final celebration menu, 29th May 1968, held at Hotel Russell. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best display Freedom of Castlereagh Borough, 2002, comprising commemorative medal in original case, menu, signed by George Best and Denis Law, in common-mount, framed and glazed, 66 x 55cm overall. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a 1968 European Cup Final Itinerary booklet, 29th May 1968, with train and coach tickets, (3).The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best The Belfast Boy promotion poster, 42 x 32cm, unframed. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best 1946-2005, Highlights from the National Press book, the book giving a unique perspective on the life of George Best, through newspaper headlines. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best The Holy Grail by Stewart Beckett, No.7 of a limited edition of 40 signed in pencil by ten Crerand, Dunne, Foulkes, Aston, Law, Stepney, Charlton, Stiles, Sadler and Kidd, also signed by the artist, 71 x 51cm with COA. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best The Holy Grail by Stewart Beckett, No.27 of a limited edition of 40 signed in pencil by ten Crerand, Dunne, Foulkes, Aston, Law, Stepney, Charlton, Stiles, Sadler and Kidd, also signed by the artist, 71 x 51cm with COA. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a crystal glass to commemorate his testimonial, etched George Best Testimonial Dinner, Europa Hotel, 7th August 1988. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best a telegram from Lulu to George Best relating to the 1967 International against Scotland and Northern Ireland played on 21st October 1967. Northern Ireland defeating Scotland 1-0. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Quantity
1
Max bid
GBP
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
George Best a pair of Adidas black and green football boots, repaired. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best National Registration Identity Card Under Sixteen Years, May 1962. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best's Belfast Sports Hall of Fame Award, 2011, glass Belfast Sports Hall of Fame trophy posthumously awarded to George Best by Belfast City Council, 18 x 13cm. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
Bottle of red wine in a cardboard box, Collina Serragrilli with a George Best signature label. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best's Forte Crest Legend in Sport Award, 1994, inscribed George Best, Forte Crest Legend in Sport, Belfast June 1994 by Tyrone Crystal, 50cm high. The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Featured lot
Provisionally sold
Leading
Won
Outbid
Lost
Declined
Reserve not met
Leading
George Best white-metal salver inscribed GEORGE BEST In Appreciation Of Your Efforts Towards Professional Soccer In North America, Presented by American Soccer League, June 15, 1988, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 32cm wide.The following lots 451 to 500 relate to the career of Northern Ireland International and Manchester United icon George Best.
Please review and confirm your bid
Current bid:
Opening bid:
Your max bid:
Max bid:
Quantity:
Bidding ends:
Your bid is off increment
Choose one of the quick bid options below:
Your bid is below the current minimum bid
To place a bid select the minimum amount below:
Bidding has ended on this item
We are always adding new lots, use search to find similar items.
You are the current highest bidder!
To be sure to win, come back before the lot closes or increase your maximum bid.
You have been outbid!
For a chance of winning, increase your maximum bid.
You have been outbid!
Another bidder has already bid this amount. For a chance of winning, increase your maximum bid.
You have won!
Congratulations!
You are the winning bidder on this lot.
You have lost!
Unfortunately you have missed out on this lot.
Unable to place your bid
Please refresh your page to see current lot status.
We're very sorry, but we were unable to process the Buy it now.
Please contact customer services for more help.
Your bid has been declined
Your bid has been declined by the auctioneer, please contact customer services for more information.
Your bid is pending approval with the auctioneer
Please check your email account for more details.
You cannot Buy it now until you are approved to bid.
Please contact the auctioneer
Confirming your bid is a legally binding obligation to purchase and pay for the lot should your bid be successful.
Please review and confirm your bid
Current bid:
Opening bid:
Your max bid:
Max bid:
Buy it now price:
As your Max bid is at least equal to the Buy it now price, you can immediately purchase the lot.
New bid:
Quantity:
Bidding ends:
Your bid is off increment
Choose one of the quick bid options below:
Your bid is below the current minimum bid
To place a bid select the minimum amount below:
Bidding has ended on this item
We are always adding new lots, use search to find similar items.
You are the current highest bidder!
To be sure to win, come back before the lot closes or increase your maximum bid.
You have been outbid!
For a chance of winning, increase your maximum bid.
You have been outbid!
Another bidder has already bid this amount. For a chance of winning, increase your maximum bid.
You have won!
Congratulations!
You are the winning bidder on this lot.
You have lost!
Unfortunately you have missed out on this lot.
Unable to place your bid
Please refresh your page to see current lot status.
We're very sorry, but we were unable to process the Buy it now.
Please contact customer services for more help.
Your bid has been declined
Your bid has been declined by the auctioneer, please contact customer services for more information.
Your bid is pending approval with the auctioneer
Please check your email account for more details.
You cannot Buy it now until you are approved to bid.
Please contact the auctioneer
Confirming your bid is a legally binding obligation to purchase and pay for the lot should your bid be successful.