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PLEASE READ REGARDING
CONDITION AND BUSINESS BLAH BLAH BLAH:
Please look closely at the photographs. Unless you see the
words "stock photo," then the picture is of the item you will
receive.
Stamps: ALL STAMPS ARE MINT NEVER HINGED. All stamps have
been checked for any kind of damage, repairs or anything else that may detract
from a quality stamp(s). All stamps are genuine.
Coins: COINS ARE GRADED DIFFERENTLY. THE BEST WAY TO ASSESS
CONDITION IS EITHER PROFESSIONAL GRADING OR THROUGH THE PICTURES.
Challenge Coins: Are all metal, beautifully hand-painted and
come in a protective plastic coin case. All are brand-new, never used. Note
that the pictures show the front and back of one coin, not two. Each purchase
is only one coin. The photos are not necessarily those of the coins you
receive, but they are the same in every way.
Casino Chips: I am a member of the Casino Collectibles
Association and am held to a high standard as a member. None of my chips have
been professionally graded (except by me) but I am careful to take lots of
pictures so you know exactly what you are getting. I price in accordance with
the Chip Rack criteria. All chips come in a protective coin case so there will
be no damage.
Other Items: I have attempted to give accurate information
regarding condition and to disclose any defects, stains, etc. I take plenty of pictures to give you an
accurate idea of condition. Please look at the pictures!
THE STOCK CARDS, PAGES OR ANY OTHER DISPLAY ITEM ARE ONLY
INCLUDED IN THE WINNING PRICE IF MY LISTING SPECIFICALLY SAYS SO. IF NOT, THEY
ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT ASK FOR THEM TO BE INCLUDED.
MY SHIPPING POLICY IS VERY SIMPLE: I ship USPS Ground
Advantage. If I receive payment by 2:00 PM Las Vegas time the shipment will go
out that day. If payment received after that time it will be shipped the next
business day, Saturday & Sunday or NOT BUSINESS DAYS.
Please note, I am OCD careful with packing and
shipping. All items come in bubble
envelopes with cardboard protectors. It costs a bit more to send, but I find it
is worth it to take care. My shipping
prices usually involve me paying for part of the shipping cost out of the price
of the item, and the more valuable items I try to send without shipping. I make money on the product NOT on the
shipping!
If for any reason you are not happy with any item(s) you
receive please contact me via EBAY messages. I will do my best to fix any
problem.
Sorry, NO items can be picked up in person for INSURANCE
reasons.
THANK YOU, HAVE FUN, GOOD LUCK with your bids and I HOPE TO
SEE YOU OFTEN.
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