Key To Catalogue
Effective 4/2010
SYMBOLS
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*
Unused |
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**
Never hinged |
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O
Used |
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*
On cover |
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∆
On
piece |
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S
Specimen |
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+
Block of Four |
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B
Block larger than four |
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E
Essay |
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TC
Trial Colour |
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DP
Die
Proof |
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PP Plate Proof |
MAJOR ABREVIATIONS
c.d.s. = Circular Date Stamp; C.T.O = Canceled to Order;
F.D.C. = First Day Cover ; ms. = Manuscript;
var. = Variety
CONDITION
The various
gradings of stamps are, in order; superb, extremely fine, very fine; fine.
In the case of sets, large blocks, sheets, etc., the condition quoted
represents the average, and quality above and below this standard can be
expected.
Mixed Condition:
In large lots, the condition is generally expected to range from fair
to at best fine. Serious defects can be expected.
Handstamp on reverse:
Denotes either a dealer, collector or indecipherable expert’s mark.
Signed by:
Denotes either the actual signature or mark of the expertiser.
The absence of
mentioning a signature does not reflect on the ability or knowledge of the
party involved
Shaded portion can represent an actual hinge or the area disturbed by a
hinge.
n.h.
= Never Hinged – unused with original gum in Post Office
state and unmounted.
l.h.
= Lightly Hinged – unused with full original gum showing some
evidence of a previous hinge which may be present in part or entirely
removed.
o.g.
= Original Gum – unused with original gum somewhat disturbed by
previous hinging which may still be present.
part o.g. = Part Original
Gum – unused with original gum, large hinge remnants may or may not be
present.
disturbed o.g. = Disturbed Original Gum – unused with original gum affected
by sweating, glazing or mount disturbance; may not resemble the original
gum.
unused
= Unused without gum.
UnGummed = Unused without gum,
as issued.
BLOCKS OR SHEETS AND THEIR GUM:
Minor separations are the rule rather than the exception, in the case of
blocks or sheets of any size. A
few separations, around four perfs. per row – do not affect the value of a
block or sheet and are not grounds for the return of a lot.
CATALOGUE VALUES:
The final column shows the catalogue value of the lot.
ESTIMATED VALUES:
If the estimated cash value is given , it is shown in the description and
always indicated by the abbreviation “Est. Cash Value”.
It is used where the lot is large or where the actual value has
little relation to the catalogue price.
It represents the auctioneer’s appraisal of the true MARKET value of
a lot.
PLEASE NOTE – CREDIT CARDS :
A 3% fee will be charged to
credit card and PayPal users and a bidding deposit
may be requested.
OVERSEAS BUYERS: We require that payment be made by credit card, bank draft,
wire, or cheques in U.S. dollars made payable on a U.S. bank.
BIDDING LEVELS
Up to $
150
$5
$150 - $300
$10
$300 - $600
$25
$600 - $1,500
$50
Over $1,500
apx. 5%
Bids which do not conform to the above will be automatically reduced to the
correct level.
BIDS BY TELEPHONE
A)
Reservations must be made at least 2 days prior to the sale.
B)
Any errors are the responsibility of the bidder.
BIDS BY FAX or E-MAIL
a)
Must be received no later than 2 hours before the session commences.
And MUST be confirmed by a reply from a Harmers International
representative.
Fax: 914.962.5885
E-Mail:
bids@harmersInternational.com
VALUATION OF LOTS
Valuations of all lots are available the week prior to the auction upon
request.
GUM DESCRIPTION
Recognizing that there are occasional differences of opinion concerning gum
nomenclature by various expert committees, for example, a stamp described as
o.g. being certified as large part o.g. or even part o.g., this minor
classification discrepancy alone is not sufficient grounds for return.
COVER CONDITION
Minor faults, including but not limited to file folds, not affecting stamps,
small tears and some back flap damage have not been noted in the
descriptions and are not grounds for return.
REGISTERING TO BID IN OUR SALE
Bidders must be registered to
participate in Harmers
International Auctions.
Bidder registration forms are included with catalogues, are available on our
web site,
www.harmersinternational.com,
or by request.
Trade references are required (no societies or clubs).
Dealers must provide a copy of their Resale Certificate to avoid NYS
sales tax.
ONLINE BIDDING
Live on-line bidding is available. We
are not responsible for technology issues that may impact communication of
bids.
EXTENSIONS AND EXPERTISING
Any lots placed on extension for expertising MUST be submitted by Harmers
International, Inc.. Submission by the purchaser will nullify any extension
request. Therefore, upon notification of purchase, please contact us with
the lot numbers you wish submitted and the expert.
