Lot 45A: James E. Seward Lithograph

PAYMENT accepted by way of Visa, Mastercard, Amex/Discover, Paypal, Cashier Checks or Money Transfer. All purchases must be paid for in full before they can be mailed or removed. We allow no charge accounts. All funds will be accepted at our bank's current exchange rate. The auction house may at its discretion hold property until funds have cleared.

SALES TAX Successful buyers that live in California will be charged the 7.75% sales tax unless they can provide proof of a resale license number. Buyers outside of California are exempt from this tax.

ALL GOODS ARE SOLD AS IS. AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY

PLEASE ATTEND THE AUCTION PREVIEW AND EXAMINE THE ITEMS. If Internet bidding, please call in advance for condition reports prior to making a committed purchase.

BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY On the fall of the hammer or in the customary manner, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer, subject to the conditions set forth herein, and such bidder there upon assumes full risk and responsibility for the article. Our employees will exercise caution in handling the goods but do so at the buyer's risk.

CONTESTED BIDS In the event of any dispute between bidders, or in the event of doubt on the part of us as to the validity of any bid, the auctioneer will have final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or withdraw the lot, or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute.

UNRESERVED AUCTION This is a legal term to show that the items will be sold to the high bidder regardless of price, and that the owner nor auction house has set No reserved or minimum selling price. Note: UNLESS THE ADVERTISED OR TERMS STATE RESERVED THE AUCTION IS WITH UNRESERVED.

OPENING & NOMINAL BIDS Small bids made with the purpose of disparaging an item may be rejected by the auctioneer. The auctioneer reserves the right to reject an opening bid that, in his opinion, is not commensurate with the value of the lot. The lot will be passed.

POOLS are an association of dealers or collectors formed with the purpose of keeping down auction prices for the benefit of its members. They are illegal and under no circumstances will they be permitted. The auctioneer may at his discretion bid on behalf of the seller or elect to with-draw a lot if in his opinion a pool is operating.

FIREARMS SALES: ALL FIREARMS ARE SOLD IN ACCORDANCE WITH ATF REGULATIONS

Items may be withdrawn at any time prior to the offering of each lot.
Record is kept by the auction clerks will be taken as final in the event of any dispute.

ABSENTEE BIDS will be executed when possible as a convenience to the customer. The auction house will not be held responsible for any errors or failures to execute bids. The bid will be executed competitively. A credit card in the buyers name and valid ID is required. We will notify the bidder if successful. The decision to accept an absentee bid will be left to our discretion. Payment is due upon notification of a successful bid. Absentee bids will be accepted 1 hour until start of sale.

PHONE BIDDING Phone bidding is executed as a convenience to the buyer. A minimum starting bid of $250 applies when a phone line is requested to bid on a item. A backup or insurance bid to be executed on your behalf in the event of phone issues is strongly suggested. We are not responsible for missed calls, dropped calls, busy lines or wrong numbers. A valid credit card may be requested upon registration prior to sale. Payment is due upon completion of sale.

STORAGE All lots must be removed and paid for within 14 days. Any lots left longer than 14 days without prior arrangement may be subject to a storage and handling fee at our discretion.

EXCEPTIONS to these terms or conditions of sale will be announced at the start of the auction.

We take pride in our auction business and hope you enjoy our auctions. We look forward to serving you and thank you for your attendance.

We provide the most accurate descriptions, including condition reports for every item. Please, feel free to contact us if you are curious about any item. 209-389-4542 or email at hewlettsauctions@gmail.com

ALL GOODS ARE SOLD AS IS. AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY It is the responsibility of prospective bidders to examine items and decide their level of interest. Neither the auctioneer, consignor, or seller are responsible for the accuracy of any printed, written or verbal description. PLEASE ATTEND THE AUCTION PREVIEW AND EXAMINE THE ITEMS. If Internet bidding, please call in advance for condition reports prior to making a committed purchase.

BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY On the fall of the hammer or in the customary manner, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer, subject to the conditions set forth herein, and such bidder thereupon assumes full risk and responsibility for the article. Our employees will exercise caution in handling the goods but do so at the buyer's risk.

BUYERS PREMIUMS: A house buyers premium of 15% applies to all purchases, an online fee in addition will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price at end of sale.

PAYMENT accepted by way of Visa, Mastercard, Amex/Discover, Paypal, Cashier Check or Money Transfer. All purchases must be paid for in full before they can be mailed or removed. We allow no charge accounts. All funds will be accepted at our bank's current exchange rate. The auction house may at its discretion hold property until funds have cleared.

BUYERS PREMIUMS: A house buyers premium of 15% applies to all purchases, 5% online fee in addition will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price at end of sale.

ALL GOODS ARE SOLD AS IS. AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY It is the responsibility of prospective bidders to examine items and decide their level of interest. Neither the auctioneer, consignor, or seller are responsible for the accuracy of any printed, written or verbal description.

PLEASE ATTEND THE AUCTION PREVIEW AND EXAMINE THE ITEMS. If Internet bidding, please call in advance for condition reports prior to making a committed purchase.

Payment must be made in 14 days of purchase.

SHIPPING All items must be paid for before they can be sent. We will be shipping in-house via United States Postal Service (USPS), unless your item is too large. The in-house shipping contact is Susie Grinder. You can reach her at (209) 917-5363.

All items will be insured for the amount of purchase, including premiums. If buyer wishes to use a specific shipper, please let us know when you call to complete your purchase with us. We recommend USPS, UPS, FedEX and when it works Greyhound.

We can take the items to the shipper of your choice; you will be notified by email of the deliver and given tracking information. Your contact information will be given to the shippers and they will call you upon receipt of your merchandise.

LARGER ITEMS: All large items requiring freight transportation is up to the buyer, arrangements must be made in 14 days of purchase. We recommend A Better Moving Co. (916)489-3322 or VITS (206)310-3148.

SALES TAX
Successful buyers that live in California will be charged the 7.75 sales tax unless they can provide proof of a resale license number. Buyers outside of California are exempt from this tax.