TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING AS BY BIDDING YOU ACCEPT THE TERMS BELOW:
A BID MAY NOT WIN AN AUCTION IF THE RESERVE IS NOT REACHED - BIDDING NEEDS TO MEET OR EXCEED THE RESERVE FOR A SALE TO OCCUR - we welcome enquiries for reserve prices.
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WHEN YOU RECEIVE YOUR OPAL Please check it in good light, preferably sunlight and not inside the house unless the light is bright. Opals are like all gemstones, they require sufficient light to show the best color.</p>
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY TO AVOID MISUNDERSTANDINGS -</p><p>
All payments must be made within 3 days after close of auction or we may re-list the item without further notice. We will ship as soon as practicable after payment is cleared.</p>
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SHIPPING IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY LOSSES DURING SHIPPING.</p>
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We will insure items on your behalf and make claims for you in the event of a loss.</p>
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INSURANCE:
For insurance you will need to contact us prior to paying for your item, otherwise it will NOT be insured. If a loss occurs we will not accept any responsibility. If you require insurance please be aware your shipment can only be forwarded as a parcel and it will attract a higher shipping fee which includes the first $100 insurance. Please inquire about the total cost for more expensive shipments.
OTHERWISE LOCAL shipping charges are as advertised and may be discounted for multiple orders over $100.00 only…....please allow 1 to 4 weeks delivery by snail mail…the mail system is slow and inconsistent, please be patient.</p>
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FASTER international courier service is available - please inquire for cost to your country.
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RETURNS: If you are not happy with your opal, please contact us first for advice, if you still want to return it, we will gladly exchange for something else you choose. We will endeavour to do our best for you.</p><p>
</p><p>Please do not bid if you do not intend to pay, as it is unfair to other bidders. IF YOU DO NOT PAY, YOU WILL BE BLOCKED FROM FUTURE BIDDING UNTIL ANY DUE PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. If special circumstances arise for non-payment contact us for assistance.</p><p>
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS THEN PLEASE DO NOT BID.
BY BIDDING YOU ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT.</p>
FineBlackOpals ships items with the following shipping providers:
