Home› U.S. Coin Forum
Options

Heritage Return Policy

erwindocerwindoc Posts: 5,419 ✭✭✭✭✭
in U.S. Coin Forum
Im considering bidding on a coin that has some pretty heavy toning on it in Heritage's upcoming auctions. It has nice appeal, but just wonder how the surfaces look in hand, specifically what could be hiding underneath. Does Heritage have a return policy and what are the terms? I searched their site and couldnt find any info.

Comments

  • Options
    tightbudgettightbudget Posts: 7,299 ✭✭✭
    Unless the item is significantly not as described or counterfeit, I don't think they allow returns
  • Options
    BochimanBochiman Posts: 25,790 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Suggestion would be having someone (dealer?) who you trust has an idea of what you like to view it for you...and maybe bid on it for you if you wanted.
    I have done that with Mark Feld and appreciated it.

    I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment

  • Options
    erwindocerwindoc Posts: 5,419 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Found something on their site. For internet only auctions, they allow returns up to 3 days but charge a fee plus shipping. If the coins are viewed in person at the live auction, then there are no returns.
  • Options
    lkeigwinlkeigwin Posts: 16,895 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Heritage gave me a bad time over a return of a couple of IHC's that looked much different from the pix. I was told to send them back with an explanation, and that their reviewers would look them over and make a decision. I did get a refund but IIRC there was a small penalty.

    I think having a trusted dealer check out the coins for you before you bid makes a lot of sense.
    Lance.
    Coin Photography Services / Everyman Registry set / BHNC #213
  • Options
    TomBTomB Posts: 22,961 ✭✭✭✭✭
    If it is an auction, you should treat it as a no return sale even if they list that there is a window to return the lot.
    Thomas Bush Numismatics & Numismatic Photography

    In honor of the memory of Cpl. Michael E. Thompson

    image
  • Options
    mrpotatoheaddmrpotatoheadd Posts: 7,576 ✭✭✭
    JMO, but if you want a return privelege, you should probably not be bidding in auctions.
  • Options
    WalkerfanWalkerfan Posts: 10,270 ✭✭✭✭✭
    It's true that in MOST auctions (other than internet) they DO NOT allow returns. I suppose if you REALLY complained they MAY allow it ONCE but you would likely have to jump thru some hoops and pay a small percentage. I got a coin from SB one time that I REALLY didn't like but I kept it and sold it later rather than going through all the BS. I would likely do the same thing with Heritage.

    Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍

    My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):

    https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/

  • Options
    AMRCAMRC Posts: 4,280 ✭✭✭✭✭
    image
    MLAeBayNumismatics: "The greatest hobby in the world!"
  • Options
    bestclser1bestclser1 Posts: 5,566 ✭✭✭


    << <i>If it is an auction, you should treat it as a no return sale even if they list that there is a window to return the lot. >>

    Have a professional you trust look at the lot for you,i always do!image
    Great coins are not cheap,and cheap coins are not great!

Leave a Comment

BoldItalicStrikethroughOrdered listUnordered list
Format
SpoilerCodeQuote
Heading 2Heading 1
Emoji
:):D:(;):/:o:s:p:'(:|B):#:*<3o:)>:)
Url
Image
Align leftAlign centerAlign rightToggle HTML viewToggle full pageToggle lights
Drop image/file
Home • U.S. Coin ForumComment As ...