Autumn 2003 Antique Toy Auction

TERMS OF SALE

1. Condition of Goods:
In publishing this catalog Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. has endeavored to accurately describe all items being sold but all property being offered is to be sold “as is”. No statement in this catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or elsewhere by any representative of, or person in the employ of Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. shall be deemed to be a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability with respect to age condition, size, quality, variety, im-portance, provenance, or historical relevance of any of these items.

2. Disputes:
The Auctioneer will be the final judge as to who is the successful bidder. In the event of any dispute the Auctioneer shall at his discretion decide to re-open the bidding or not.

3. Title to Goods:
Title to all merchandise shall pass to the successful bidder at the fall of the Auctioneer’s “hammer”. The purchaser shall assume full responsibility for the lot purchased once title has passed.

4. Removal of Goods:
All property must be removed from the premises by 9:00 PM on the final day of the sale, unless other arrangements have been made in advance.

5. Payment Terms:
All accounts are to be settled by the end of the sale. Payment may be made by cash, travelers check, Visa/Mastercard, American Express, or personal check if you are known to Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. Those not known to us must obtain prior approval in order to settle accounts by personal or business check. Approval will be granted on the basis of personal reference from those known to us or upon presentation of a “Letter of Guarantee” from an officer of your bank. This letter should state an exact amount of funds guaranteed and should be presented to the cashier at time of registration. In any event, Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. reserves the right to hold all merchandise paid for by check until such check clears. All payment made with major credit cards (Vias/MC) will be subject to a 5% service charge.

6. Errors:
Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. is not responsible for any typographical or any other errors or omissions in this catalog or subsequent price key.

7. Sales Tax:
This sale is subject to New Jersey Sales Tax. To qualify for exemption bring a photocopy of your resale certificate. Out of state resale numbers are accepted. No sales tax incurred for items shipped out of state.

8. Buyer’s Premium:
All items are sold subject to a 18% premium which will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price.

9. Absentee Bidding:
As a service to customers Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. will execute absentee bids if so authorized in writing under the provisions herein specified. Absentee bids should be made on the Bidder Form bound in this catalog. This form should be clearly and completely filled out and accompanied by a deposit in the amount of 20% of the total bid. Deposit checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned within 7 business days from the date of the auction. Bids made in odd dollar amounts will be reduced to a more appropriate increment. All absentee bids will be executed competitively during the sale, items will be purchased for the lowest price possible regardless of the amount of the order bid. We can not accept “buy” bids. In the event of tie bids between absentee bidders and those in attendance preference will be given to the attending bidder. Where two absentee bidders bid the same amount the first received will be honored. Successful buyers will be notified within one week of the sale. Accounts not settled within 30 days of the sale will be subject to forfeiture of all deposits and loss of title to the property. Small items will be shipped by Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. for a charge of $12.00 per container plus shipping and insurance charges. Shipping of larger items can be arranged. This service is offered as a convenience and Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions Ltd. will not be responsible for any errors or failures to properly execute absentee bids. For additional information regarding absentee bidding see page 58 of this catalog.

10. Agreement to Terms:
In bidding on any lot here offered the bidder indicates acceptance of these Terms of Sale.

For additional information regarding Terms of Sale or any other matter relevant to this auction contact us at:

Noel Barrett Antiques & Auctions
Box 300 • 6183 Carversville Rd.
Carversville, PA 18913
215-297-5109
Telephone inquiries may be made between 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM, East Coast Time.

Our Fax Number is
215-297-0457

The phone number at the
Lambertville Auction Center is
609-397-7330.