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BEGINNING JULY 2011 - eBay will, once again, penalize sellers in order to increase their profit margin.  Therefore, seller's will now be charged a percentage of all shipping costs and not just a percentage of the sale of the item as a final value fee. This new rate is in addition to all their other listing fees plus PayPal fees. Within this change, eBay recommends sellers increase the listing amount of the item to compensate for their new fee structure. We view that as  elevating the market values of items; the result of which could eventually distort the true market value of collectibles, antiques, etc.  Additionally, they suggest we also do free shipping and somehow absorb one more expenditure. While we concede some buyers do want this free service, perhaps it is not fully comprehended nor appreciated the valuable time and effort some of us actually put into our listings, as well as, all the fees charged by eBay to Store Sellers, etc.. We offer items at a researched fair market value and, therefore, will not factor a shipping cost into the price and/or bear the cost of shipping in the USA or Internationally. We do consignment listings and will only offer free shipping when the Seller/Owner allows for this factor. Thank you for your understanding and for reading our terms, conditions, etc.

****2011 USPS POSTAL RATE INCREASES**** WILL OCCUR IN:
JANUARY and again in APRIL ... FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.usps.com

PLEASE - DO NOT PURCHASE THIS LISTING OR ANY OTHER LISTING, without first reading the entire description, viewing all pictures and understanding the terms of the seller. We describe the item as shown in the pictures. If something is NOT DESCRIBED and/or NOT SHOWN in the pictures then it is not part of the listing. i.e., WHAT IS DESCRIBED IS WHAT IS SENT.

IF THIS IS AN ANTIQUE, OLD OR VINTAGE it may or may not have been USED ~ We do our best to describe condition as seen - so if you have any questions, just email us and ask first - before you bid or buy - all sales are 'as is' and we do not accept returns.

DISCLOSURES:
1. We are not affiliated with any Designer, Trade Name, Brand Name, Company or Business
2. We are a non-smoking 'smoke free' environment; however, we sell a wide variety of items from varied locations. Therefore, while we cannot guarantee anything is smoke-free we do strive to avoid selling items with detectable or lingering scents. Additionally, the Olfactory System is unique, every single person detects scents differently and we cannot be held liable for any 'scent' noticed by another. 
3. We use packaging materials that may carry manufacturing scents that some view as smelling like perfume. Should this bother you, please purchase elsewhere. 


WE FOLLOW eBAY'S POLICIES - AND EXPECT THE SAME FROM YOU... WHEN YOU BID or BUY ON EBAY

*** eBAY’S POLICY*** and Buyer Guidelines …

"All eBay buyers are encouraged to carefully review listing details and photos, sellers' policies, and ask sellers any questions they may have about the item before placing a bid or making a purchase."

Commit to paying for the item you win in a auction bidding process or through Buy It Now. Offering a bid and winning through an auction listing or choosing a Buy-It-Now [BIN] is a binding contract to buy. In order to understand the PENALTIES for not paying, see EBAY'S Unpaid Item Policy.

Never Bid on or buy an item unless you have READ THE ENTIRE LISTING i.e., the item description and each Seller's terms for payment, shipping, insurance, etc., and viewed all pictures as provided. You are the buyer and it is YOUR responsibility to know everything YOU need to know about what YOU are choosing to purchase.

Buyer’s have a responsibility to contact the seller to attempt to work out any potential problem BEFORE leaving negative or neutral feedback. We appreciate your business and are always available for answering any questions you may have.

*** ADDITIONALLY, you understand and agree that ...

Condition of any item is subjective [seller’s opinion] and care has been taken to provide an honest evaluation of appearance, age, condition, color, etc. Picture quality and colors vary due to Color Resolution & Setting from computer to computer. Therefore, the exact color 'you see' cannot be guaranteed. Become informed before complaining about a color being different when it is received - people do 'see' colors differently depending on Color Vision Deficiencies or other Visual Acuity issues.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL … no returns will be accepted or refunds given unless item has been grossly misrepresented and discussion has occurred between seller and buyer. We strive for excellence - please read our feedback

We will leave feedback only after feedback has been received from the buyer

PAYMENT: ...We accept PAYPAL
Ebay no longer allows Seller's to accept certain types of payments. To review Ebay's payment policy - click on this link or copy/paste to your browser: http://pages.ebay.com/help/pay/accepted-payment-methods.html

BUY-IT-NOW - PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF PURCHASE
If you would like to purchase multiple items: We will gladly combine shipping - provided the items are not too fragile or greatly disproportionate in size and will ship easily within the same box. Due to eBay's shipping policy, all of our items have already been packed as per each listing. Because of this, we ask that you purchase the items/listings you want and we will, after purchase, repack for combined shipping. When the PayPal shipping label has been printed, WE WILL IMMEDIATELY REFUND the difference directly to YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT. We are honest and have no reason not to be - as we hope you will join our long list of happy customers and become repeat buyers. If you wish, email us before purchasing, and we can provide a 'guesstimate' for the combined shipping cost. Please provide your ZIP CODE or COUNTRY in any EMAIL communication as it is required for shipping via the USPS.

BEST OFFER - PAYMENT IS REQUIRED UPON RECEIPT OF INVOICE. We generally respond within two [2] hours. We ask you to be responsible in checking your email for our reply. We IMMEDIATELY SEND YOUR INVOICE after accepting an offer. And, YOUR PROMPT PAYMENT IS REQUIRED as part of our terms.

AUCTION ITEMS - PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN THREE (3) DAYS OF AUCTION END you will promptly receive AN INVOICE and you agree to pay within the allotted time. EBAY HAS RULES FOR BUYERS - REGARDING MAKING PAYMENT AND IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW THEM. However, if there is ever an issue or problem about making a prompt payment, email us and let us know. We will do what we can to work with you.

WE PACK PROFESSIONALLY concerned? read our feedback.

WE ONLY SHIP VIA THE USPS ... We will never ship via UPS due to their very high surcharges, additional rural surcharges and the extremely poor quality of local service. Additionally, the USPS does deliver to Post Office Boxes and the UPS will not.

When mailing in the USA for items under one pound, we mail only by FIRST CLASS 'PARCEL' or PRIORITY MAIL with DELIVERY CONFIRMATION for your peace of mind - and ours! We do not mail ...Standard First Class mail as there is no ability to track location or final delivery

WE COMMUNICATE VIA EMAIL and ALWAYS MAIL QUICKLY - USUALLY WITHIN 24-48 HOURS OF PURCHASE, excluding Saturdays.

PRIORITY MAIL
If this option is not included in the listing, simply email us YOUR ZIP CODE and we will provide you with the shipping amount BEFORE you buy or bid. Priority mail rates are considerably higher when combined box measurements exceed 36" - therefore: size, weight and distance determine your shipping cost.

WE ARE COLORADO MOUNTAIN RURAL
and shipping CAN take longer - so please choose PRIORITY MAIL COST if the shipping time is important to you! We mail at a small town post office and then All processing and shipping occurs from Denver.

USPS DELIVERY CONFIRMATION
Is a requirement for all USA mailings and is also required for PayPal & Ebay Protection. The USPS fee has been added it to their general shipping cost. Therefore, per EBAY RULES it is considered part of the Shipping & Handling cost and is INCLUDED IN THE SHIPPING AMOUNT SHOWN! This service allows you to track your package route and location on their web site AFTER they have scanned the package.

NOTIFICATION OF SHIPPING
Whenever possible, we use PAYPAL SHIPPING ON-LINE POSTAGE. When that has been done, PAYPAL will email you all shipping information - including MAILING DATE and DELIVERY CONFIRMATION NUMBER for TRACK & CONFIRM at www.USPS.com. PLUS... we also email an acknowledgment of your purchase and include the shipping date, tracking number and instructions.

ALASKA, HAWAII ~ PUERTO RICO, VIRGIN ISLANDS - The shipping cost provided does not apply to you. Your shipping cost must be determined, please email us for a shipping quote and we will happily provide it BEFORE you buy or bid!

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS - PLEASE READ:
We TRULY enjoy selling to International E-bayers! ... however, we ask you to be an informed International E-bay buyer, therefore ~

... Import duties, taxes and any other charges are not included in the item's price or your shipping fee. These additional charges are imposed by your Country and are your [the buyer's] responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be PRIOR to bidding or buying.

... Your country may have restrictions related to package size and weight. It is your responsibility to inquire if the item, when packaged, will meet your countries guidelines.

... You [the buyer] are responsible for knowing if an item you wish to purchase is permitted for import - therefore, you should know your own countries regulations and restrictions. If you purchase an item and it is returned to us, due to your negligence - and providing it is in the same condition received as it was when sent, we will refund the item's sold price - not the shipping cost as that was spent in mailing the item to you. We will also CHARGE A $10.00 RETURN ITEM FEE. This amount will be deducted from the sold price prior to refunding via your PayPal account.

... CUSTOMS FORMS ... Your purchase will be shown as merchandise, never as a gift, and at the FULL SELLING PRICE - no exceptions as it is prohibited by USA and International Government regulations. We do not add your shipping cost or anything else to the sold for price. UPON MAILING, you will be sent an email with the CUSTOMS DECLARATION NUMBER.

... QUESTIONS ... ask before you bid or buy.

USPS FIRST CLASS INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING ... if you choose this shipping method, and if your item is lost, we have absolutely no responsibility for lost mail! We will, upon request, email you a photo copy of the CUSTOMS FORM showing the CUSTOMS NUMBER as well as the USPS PAYMENT RECEIPT - as proof of mailing and that is the best assistance we are able to provide. If you want a method of tracking your package then REQUEST & PAY the extra money for PRIORITY MAIL INTERNATIONAL . We reserve the right to require THE USPS PROOF OF MAILING- RECEIPT OF PACKAGE service which is an additional fee.

... INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING IS NEVER FREE - there are times when you may be able to purchase an item when it is offered TO THE USA as free shipping. This is due to an error within ebay's system and YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY whatever cost of shipping is necessary for mailing your purchase. If you bid and win or do a Buy-It-Now - you are responsible for full payment - including shipping costs.

*****EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2009***** EBAY CHANGED THEIR POLICY
THEY NO LONGER provide Seller's the option of offering Insurance to any buyer.

WANT INSURANCE? CONTACT US BEFORE PURCHASING ... Ebay's policy will only allow sellers to add the cost of insurance in the form of a handling fee. We reserve the right to require insurance on high priced or easily breakable items. When we have included insurance in the shipping fee, we will mention it at the end of the listing description.

IF YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH THIS NEWEST EBAY POLICY CHANGE ... CONTACT EBAY ... You can use the EBAY SITE MAP to find the SELLING PRACTICES imposed by EBAY on all sellers and become more informed as to their reasoning for any and all changes that occur. Sellers are required to abide by the rules as established by EBAY.

We ask that you become informed about shipping costs by going to - www.USPS.com - and seeing how they determine their fees and how sellers MUST CALCULATE SHIPPING COSTS by weight, measurements [size] of a package or envelope, etc ... PLUS, cost is also determined by the seller's zip code and the ship to address of the buyer's zip code. Therefore, the USPS determines shipping costs by weight, measurement and destination and have the zip codes broken down into MAILING ZONES.

Additionally, shipping [PER EBAY'S RULES] may include a minimal HANDLING COST to help defray the cost of packaging materials. We do pack professionally and do not skimp on materials of bubble wrap, foam peanuts, boxes, Mailers, etc - we do purchase these items and they are costly.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT USPS MAILING AND INSURANCE COVERAGE:
Unfortunately, the USPS has a policy that allows/enables them to NOT honor their own insurance. This can occur when buyers request combined shipping or the listing is for more than one item in the box. The USPS will only take responsibility if ALL items sent are broken or lost; if the only item in the box is no longer usable or a part is broken that devalues the item. Please be informed and read THEIR POLICY on their website. This basic information has been provided as a courtesy - for more exact information please contact your local USPS facility.

The real value in having insurance seems to be that they will [almost always] honor their insurance when an item is LOST in transit. WE REQUIRE DELIVERY CONFIRMATION [as described in the shipping policy] ... and this USPS TRACK & CONFIRM system provides a method for the USPS to TRACK and usually locate their packages. HOWEVER, without purchasing their Insurance ~ if they actually do lose a package, and they do, they seem to feel they have no responsibility for their carelessness! Which is an amazing 'lack' of ethics .. i.e., you pay them a fee for shipping, they accept and process the package and then have no responsibility to you should they loose it?! The choice is yours.

IMPORTANT:  in order to file AN INSURANCE CLAIM for a damaged item -
YOU MUST BE ABLE TO SHOW THE USPS THE BOX AND ALL OF THE PACKAGING MATERIALS....  DO NOT THROW AWAY ONE SINGLE PIECE OF THE PACKAGING OR THE BOX. 

THERE ARE TWO SEPARATE PROCESSES FOR FILING AND INSURANCE CLAIM:

1] YOU - THE BUYER [aka: USPS Addressee] WILL BE REQUIRED TO -IMMEDIATELY- FILE A  'DAMAGE REPORT' AT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE - this means they will require ***YOU*** TO PROVIDE ALL THE PACKAGING AND THE BOX - to show them the box was marked correctly and packed with sufficient packaging materials.  If you do not have these, you will not have a 'claim' and WILL NOT BE REIMBURSED !!! - basically this is one of the ways they will 'get you' so they won't have to pay a claim for their lousy handling of a package!!!  Their website states: "If Applicable, Proof of Damage or Loss of Contents - If you received something damaged or items are missing from a package, please hang on to the contents you received and all the associated packing materials until your claim is settled. You may be asked to take them to your local Post Office™ for inspection later."  However, the postal workers interpret this to be 'you will be 'immediately required' to show them all packaging because it is PART OF THE CLAIM - THEY NEED IT IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE DAMAGE REPORT [which the website fails to make clear!!!].  Since it is more common than not, for people to be unaware of everybody else's rules - many people just throw everything away...  again, that is how they get you!

2] US - THE SELLER [aka" USPS Mailer] WILL BE REQUIRED TO FILE THE ACTUAL INSURANCE CLAIM - we can do this but WE CANNOT FILE THE DAMAGE REPORT... you have to do this!!!  again, WITHOUT A DAMAGE REPORT - YOU HAVE NO CLAIM!!! 
IT DOES NOT MATTER THAT YOU PAID FOR INSURANCE - IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW 'THEIR' RULES !

HERE IS THE LINK TO THEIR SITE...  https://www.usps.com/ship/file-insurance-claims.htm?  - and be sure to click on their link
'Print a claim form'  - and then read PAGE 2 of the form -  as it will give you much more information than the simple wording on the web site.

VERIFY THE INFORMATION AND BE AN INFORMED BUYER...  we cannot AND WILL NOT be responsible for buyers who FAIL TO do their part and READ THE INFORMATION - we have taken time to provide you.  All we ask is that YOU FOLLOW EBAY'S RULES -  just like we do ... BE RESPONSIBLE AND READ THE ENTIRE LISTING INFORMATION AND TERMS PROVIDED BY EVERY SINGLE SELLER.

THANK YOU - IF YOU DO YOUR PART - AND WE DO OURS - IT WILL BE A GOOD TRANSACTION