Antique RARE BISQUE KESTNER & CO HALF-DOLL Dutch JOINTED Van Luven book item

Description

ANTIQUE
Half-Doll
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Description
KESTNER & CO
RARE BISQUE HALF-DOLL
Dutch/Netherlands
Book Piece
Half-doll Price Guide
Sally Van Luven/Susan Graham
This is a beautiful doll
with movable/separate arms
...and she is attached to Buckram
She measures approximately
3.5" high - total height is approx 8.75"
... just about perfect with one small
exception - missing left thumb - see picture
Her
Tulip detailed apron & chocolate brown skirt
are gorgeous - she does have a
3-layered petticoat attached to the buckram
and there is an area on the skirt that needs
a stitch on the ribbon where it is loose
I placed a pin on that area so you can see it
Packed carefully for shipping
USPS LOCATION TRACKING
Pictures are provided for your benefit
so you may 'see' what you want to purchase
and are considered part of description
Some Pictures can be enlarged
... view them carefully ~ ask any questions
by clicking on the 'Seller' link
located at the bottom of this listing
We trust Buyers will rely on personal knowledge
about what it is they are purchasing
- or  will become informed prior to purchase
Packed carefully & safely for shipping
USPS MAIL - with Tracking
Only Priority Mail is Insured unless further described
for Parcel Select Mail or First Class Mail items
... or requested prior to purchase
[see Shipping Section for all information]
For items over 0.00
- per eBay's guidelines, any
USPS fees have been included in your shipping amount
The eBay shipping calculator displays your
cost, as determined by the USPS, using Seller
Zip Code to Buyer Zip Code location, etc
Please visit our eBay Store ...
Vintage Antique Treasures
for more wonderful items !
Please read our terms below for information
on combined purchases...
TO BE INFORMED, YOU MUST READ THE FOLLOWING ...
YOU
ARE ADVISED
- to read the entire item description and all of the information contained on this
page as well as - to enlarge pictures when available, to carefully view all of the
pictures provided for you.
NEW TO BUYING ON-LINE or ON THIS SITE?
- protect yourself and understand as a buyer you have rules to follow - therefore,
read the policies about how to use this site. As sellers, we do follow the rules and
expect those that buy from us to do the same. Buying on-line can be a wonderful
experience if everyone simply does the best they can by knowing and doing what
is expected of them - just like in any good relationship.
COMMUNICATION:
- is ONLY BY e-mail EXCHANGE. Therefore, we ask you to please be courteous
and check your messages for any communication from us until the transaction
has completed its entire process.We try to keep you informed and also, may need
information from you.   If we ask for a response to an email,  please do so as it
facilitates a better relationship and successful transaction for both buyer and seller.
QUESTIONS ??:
-
are always welcome
!
Simply email us and we will respond - just
allow some
time should we not be directly at the computer.
WITH 35+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AS ANTIQUE DEALERS/COLLECTORS
- rest assured we do not sell reproductions.  We may, at times also sell newer items.
While not perfect, we strive to be close and do our research prior to making an item
available for sale. We are responsible and diligent sellers with over 12 years of
established TOP SELLER status and feedback from two websites.
CONSIGNMENTS:
- We donate our store/booth for Estates and Seniors needing assistance. They
set the price and pay the fees, we do everything else necessary to place the item
for sale on-line along with packaging and mailing the items purchased..
VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE ITEMS ARE GENERALLY 'used'
- and may not be in pristine condition. If you prefer 'new' perhaps vintage/antiques
are not best for you.  Condition is the subjective or personal opinion of one person
which may not always meet the opinion determined by another.
REGARDING RETURNS
All sales are final - items are 'as is.'  When we describe an item and its condition,
we are providing our opinion.  Therefore, the only exception where we would
consider a return is if we had grossly erred in a description or misrepresented
the item's condition. If breakage occurs in shipping - read our shipping terms.
PICTURES ARE PROVIDED TO SUPPORT THE ITEM DESCRIPTION
-
along with necessary measurements and we disclose any imperfections we are
able to see.  If you have any questions, after viewing all the pictures and reading
the description, simply email and we will respond.  Picture quality and color is
subject to each individual person's visual acuity and computer monitor settings
[ i.e., it may not be the color 'you' see].
WE TRUST YOU HAVE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE ITEM
- you wish to purchase and will read the description and view the pictures to
determine if our item fits your criteria. Also, that you will ask any questions
prior to purchasing.
WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PICTURES AND READ IN THE DESCRIPTION
- is what you will receive - except for those items noted as display or used as
a background. Basically, the 'description' is the item you are purchasing.
SELLER DISCLOSURES:
1. We are not affiliated with any Designer, Trade Name, Company, Business
or Brand Name
2. We are a non-smoking 'smoke free' environment; however, we sell a wide
variety of items from varied locations. Therefore, while we cannot guarantee
anything is smoke-free,  we do strive to avoid selling items with detectable or
lingering scents. Additionally, the Olfactory System is unique, every single
person detects scents differently and we cannot be held liable for any 'scent'
noticed by another.
3. We use standard packaging materials that may carry manufacturing scents
and some do believe they smell like perfume
4. We may do as other sellers do and charge a minimal handling fee for
packaging materials.  If you have questions, simply ask and we will respond.
Payment
FIXED PRICE - immediate payment required at the time of purchase
BEST OFFER -
payment upon receipt of Invoice / 24 hours
AUCTION
STYLE -
payment upon receipt of invoice / 24 hours
Shipping
WE COMBINE SHIPPING
when the size/shape of the items purchased permit using the same box. You can
TRUST US …so go ahead and purchase, knowing we will refund the excess
shipping fee paid - directly to your PayPal account, once the shipping label has
been printed.  If funds are tight, email us right away so we may quickly process
the refund for you.  Also, if the items do not fit in the same box, you will be sent
an email request via PayPal in order to cover the total cost of shipping.
WE PACK PROFESSIONALLY
- so you do not need to be concerned about your purchase.  However, that said,
while we may be careful with wrapping and handling of the package, the USPS
workers are not.
If you have any concerns, email us to request Insurance,
PRIOR to purchase, if your item
is under .00.
Items over .00 are
automatically Insured.
If an item is damaged in shipping and Insurance was part
of
your shipping cost, we will require proof of damage and will need pictures of
the
damaged item and the damage on the box.  Sorry but some people are not
honest.    T
his policy is also necessary because we do consignments and the
owners want
proof of the damaged item.    Please, do not throw any packaging
material or the box
away until your Insurance claim has been paid. The USPS
may require some
additional pictures directly from you.    If you chose not to
request insurance, prior to purchasing the item and it is
damaged or lost in
transit,   please contact your local
USPS facility for assistance.
SHIPPING CARRIER - USPS ONLY
All shipping costs are CALCULATED USING THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICS.
For more information please visit their web site
...Box Size
...Box Weight
...From Zip Code [Zone] of Seller
...to Zip Code [Zone] of Buyer
...Mailing choice:  First Class Parcel, Media Mail, Parcel Select, Priority Mai
...International: the destination Country's additional criteria
SHIPPING COST INFORMATION:
Includes the USPS Tracking and Insurance if item is over .00.  Whenever
the
cost calculated for Parcel Select [at checkout] is close to shipping cost for
Priority Mail, we will usually choose Priority for you.  You agree to the cost of
shipping at the time of purchase. Should there be an error in shipping cost,
we will refund the determined excess directly to your PayPal account.   We will
email you and ask that you verity the credit is showing in your account. This is
important and we do so in order to be certain the 'website's system' is properly
communicating and you are aware of our process. Also, as stated herein, if a
handling fee has been added, this minimal amount will be deducted from the
excess shipping prior to issuing any refund.
USPS INSURANCE
-
is required on any item .00 and over.
The fee for Insurance - based on
purchase price, and per site regulations, is included in the form of a handling
fee as part of your quoted shipping cost.  INSURANCE COVERS
damaged or
lost items while in the hands of the USPS. USPS tracking verifies
acceptance
and delivery.
USPS SIGNATUR
E
CONFI
RMATION
- MAY BE required on any item over 0.00
- including combined purchases
This protects your package from being
left on your front porch or from being
delivered to the wrong address. The fee per site regulations, is included in
the form of a handling fee as part of your quoted shipping cost.
USPS TRACKING INFORMATION
-
provides proof that the package was mailed and its location once
scanned
by
the postal worker. It is a series of numbers. If your purchase history
does not
show the number after the shipping label has been printed, let us know
and we
will email the Tracking  number to you.  if you have any questions on how
to use the Tracking system, just email us and we will do what we can to assist you.
USPS REGULATES SHIPPING METHOD AND TIME OF DELIVERY
- all items except Priority Mail are shipped via land by Mail Truck to your postal
facility for delivery. Depending on Buyer's location, Priority Mail is by Mail Truck,
Airplane and then by Mail Truck to your postal facility for delivery.
WE SHIP SAME DAY OR WITHIN ONE BUSINESS DAY
- if purchased prior to 10:00 AM MST - we ship same day as payment received.
If purchased on a weekend or holiday weekend, shipment is the first Business
day, which is usually on a Tuesday.
IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS REGARDING SHIPPING TIME
- please choose Priority Mail. If that option is not shown, you MUST contact us
with your ZIP CODE - and we will provide the shipping option for you or if you
have already purchased, we will send an invoice for the difference.  We will not
ship until all shipping costs have been paid.  If the item has been offered with
free shipping and you prefer Priority mail, free shipping is automatically voided
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Regulations and Policies
Most of our listings are available for the
eBay Global Shipping Program
- if this is not shown on the listing you wish to purchase,
please contact us
NOTE: the USPS raises shipping rates almost every year
We TRULY enjoy selling to International buyers!
However, we require you
be an informed buyer. Additionally, please understand
SHIPPING BY USPS
is
expensive as they no longer offer any type of economy shipping and their rates
have increased
every year
1] If a shipping amount is not shown
...
you must contact us to request
the
shipping Quote, PRIOR to purchasing. Please provide the name of your Country
in your email.  We will revise listings to include the shipping for your Country
2] Import duties, taxes and any other charges
are not included in the item's
price or your shipping cost. These additional charges are imposed by your
Country and are your responsibility. Please check with your country's customs
office and determine what these additional costs will be PRIOR to bidding or buying.
3]
Your country may have restrictions
that are related to package size and
weight. So you need to know if the the packaged item will meet your countries
guidelines. It is also important for you to determine - before purchasing, if your
package might be HELD or delayed in Customs once it is received in your country.
4] You are responsible for knowing if the item is permitted for import -
therefore you should know your own countries regulations and restrictions. If you
purchase an item and it is returned to us, due to your negligence - and providing
it is in the same condition received as it was when sent, we will refund the item's
sold price - not the shipping cost as that was spent in mailing the item to you.
5] We will charge a .00 RETURN ITEM FEE
. This amount will be deducted
from the sold price prior to refunding to your PayPal account.
6] CUSTOMS FORMS
. Your purchase will be shown as merchandise, never as
a gift, and at the 'purchase price' with no exceptions, as falsifying [lying about] this
information is prohibited by USA and International Government regulations. We will
not add your shipping cost or anything else to the purchase price.
7]
CUSTOMS NUMBER
is provided on your purchase history - if this is not shown,
let us know and we will email the information to you.
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