1. The Stamp Group upon acceptance of a bid will ensure the highest bidder will be the Purchaser, at one increment above the second highest bid or Reserve. Bids may be entered in the confidence that lots will be secured as cheaply as other bids, or reserve, permit. The placing of a bid constitutes acceptance of our terms and conditions. We do not accept 'Buy' bids.

2. All bids must be received by 1.00 p.m. on the sale date.

3. Bidding is increased by the following increments:
Up to £50 - £1, £50-300 - £2 or £3, £300-500 - £5, Over £500 - £10, £20 thereafter.

4. Estimates are conservative, and take into consideration any faults that may be present. All descriptions are carefully constructed and lots genuine unless otherwise stated. A reserve of 80% Estimate applies, and lower Bids will not be accepted. Most lots realise between 10% above or below estimate. All lots are offered by non-VAT registered vendors, or registered traders selling on a tax inclusive basis. We operate the Global Accounting System. Lots on occasion may be withdrawn at any time.

5. A handling charge per lot of 10% shall apply to the hammer price.

6. Postage & Packing is added at cost, insurance is extra if required.

7. An interest charge of 5% per month, or part month, will be applied to overdue accounts.

8. Photocopies or scans are available of small lots at 20p per black & white sheet or £1 per colour sheet. Remittance in advance please.

9. Postal viewing is available to know clients at cost.

10. Settlement may be made by cash or cheque or Mastercard/ Visa/ Switch/ Maestro credit or debit card for which No surcharge is made. Cheques drawn on an overseas bank should include the equivalent of £8 GBP to cover bank costs. Paypal is accepted and incurs a 3.9% surcharge, payments to info@stampgroup.net, quote your invoice number and advise us. Payment in Euros by cheque or cash accepted at no extra cost call us for the daily rate. Instalments or staged payments are available for purchases over £300, please call for details before bidding.

11. Extensions on single items will be considered for certification before bids are accepted, lots must be paid for and fees paid for certification, a full refund will be given if the lot is misdescribed.

12. Returns: Lots purchased may only be returned if 'not as described' providing such action is taken strictly in accordance with Conditions of Sale (i.e. written notice within 7 days of receipt, return material within 30 days of auction).

Postal Bidders:

Personal, Postal, Telephone, Answer phone, Fax or E-Mail bids are accepted, subject to their receipt at our office by 1p.m. on the day of the sale. Lots will be forwarded once payment has been received by the most practical and economical method. Bulkier consignments will be dispatched by 2-3 day Courier Service. Postage or Carrier/ Packing/ Insurance costs shall be borne by the Purchaser. Instructions to use less reliable alternatives will be adhered to, but at the Buyers risk. We are conscious of the need to minimise this burden and high denomination commemoratives will be used whenever possible.

Settlement to be made within 7 days of receipt of Invoice. Lots unpaid for after 30 days will be defaulted and the purchaser reported to the PTS & ADPS and bids for future sales disregarded, sole title of all lots remains with The Stamp Group until payment has been made in full.

OFFICE HOURS 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday caller by appointment only.

The Auctioneer acts as 'Agent' only and shall not be liable for any default of the Purchaser or Vendor.

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WE DO NOT LEVY A SUBSCRIPTION BUT ASK FOR AT LEAST ONE BID PER 3 CATALOGUES TO ENSURE A CONTINUED SUPPLY.