Photographs are of actual item buyer will receive. All items will be carefully and securely boxed for shipping and insured in transit. DOMESTIC SHIPPING: Default shipping method is to place item in USPS' hands same or next business weekday (unless I am away, which will be stated in the listing) to go Ground Advantage with tracking number uploaded. Expedited shipping (also with uploaded tracking) available at additional cost - see all shipping options. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE TAKE NOTE!!: Import duties, taxes, VAT, and destination charges levied by your country are NOT included in the item price or my shipping charge paid at checkout (except for buyers with prepaid VAT). Buyer is responsible for paying them after the item arrives and your customs service determines any charges due.