Terms of Sale

Here are the complete terms of sale for Paragon Numismatics. Terms were last updated on December 13, 2001.

  • All coins unconditionally guaranteed genuine.

  • Five-day, no-questions-asked return privilege.

  • All returns require authorization by telephone or e-mail.

  • All toning is 100% original. Each grading service also guarantees the veracity of their toned coins.

  • Buyer pays all postage and insurance charges. Please add $4.00 minimum for orders under $350.

  • All Wisconsin residents please add 5.6% sales tax.

  • Two prices are shown for coins. The first price is our regular price for customers who use their credit card. The second represents approximately a 5% cash discount for checks and money orders.

  • A 5% sight-unseen discount is available for some coins listed on this web site.

  • The return privilege is automatically waived when a customer purchases a coin that Paragon Numismatics determines to be unsuitable for the customer's collection. In other words, if you ask us about a coin, and if we recommend that you pass on it, then you may not return it for a refund if you ignore our advice and decide to order it. Such orders are not entitled to the sight-unseen discount.

  • Unless noted, all coins are one-of-a-kind. All coins subject to prior sale.

  • Prices subject to change without notice.

  • Not responsible for typographical errors.

  • Mastercard, VISA, cashier's checks, money orders, and personal checks accepted.

  • All personal checks must clear my bank before coins are shipped.

  • Unpaid accounts will be turned over to collection agency within four weeks.

  • We unhesitatingly prosecute for bad checks and uncollectible accounts.

  • Coins will be returned to inventory if payment is not received within five working days of order.

  • Approval service available after three consecutive successful transactions.

  • Approvals carry a strict 48-hour inspection period. Thereafter, the transaction is considered final and payment is due in full within five working days.

  • Numismatic references are greatly appreciated.

  • Coins are stored in bank vaults.

  • Terms of Sale are subject to change at our discretion and without prior notice.

  • Placing an order constitutes acceptance of all Terms of Sale as described above.


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