mock auction
noun
A fraudulent auction of worthless goods at which genuine bidding is encouraged either by pretend bids made by associates of the auctioneer, or by the offer of free gifts or other incentives.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in Cheats of London Exposed.
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