NFT Auctions: How They Work and What to Expect

Aamir Sohail
Blockchain Smart Solutions
8 min readJun 1, 2023

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Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have taken the art and music world by storm, but they’re also becoming increasingly popular in the world of auction houses. NFT auctions offer a new way for collectors to invest in digital assets, and they provide a unique opportunity for artists and creators to sell their work directly to buyers. However, for those who are new to the world of NFTs, the concept of NFT auctions can be confusing.

This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how NFT auctions work and what to expect as a buyer or seller.

Types of NFT Auctions:

English Auctions:

This is the most common type of auction, and it involves starting with a low bid and gradually increasing it until a buyer makes the highest offer. The auction ends when no one is willing to bid any higher.

Dutch Auctions:

In a Dutch auction, the seller sets a high starting price for an item, which is then gradually lowered until someone agrees to buy it. The first buyer to agree to the price wins the auction.

Sealed-Bid Auctions:

In this type of auction, bidders submit their offers in a sealed envelope, and the highest bidder wins. The auctioneer opens all the envelopes…

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