USS Babbit

USS Babbit

Grading of Postcards
MINT (M): Perfect condition, no apparent blemishes, flaws, postally unused, may have some writing on back.

NEAR MINT (NM): Like new, image is uncompromised, may have slight discoloration due to age, maybe postally used, possible one or two hardly noticeable signs of wear, maybe writing on back.

EXCELLENT (E): Like new, some signs of age, possible discoloration, may have album marks or residue on back, may have light crease, may be postally used or have writing on card but over all a super nice card.

VERY GOOD (VG): May have signs of wear, possible discoloration due to age, maybe album marks or residue on back, maybe postally used or written on, maybe minor soiling , possibly creases, small tears or chipping but image is still good.

GOOD (G): Signs of wear, maybe creases or tears, possible discoloration, maybe album marks or residue on back, possible writing on back, maybe postally used but better than average.

AVERAGE (A): Given its age and circumstances, average would generally apply to postally used cards with expected wear and tear. Still a decent find but not top notch.

POOR (P): We only sell cards in poor condition when we have fully disclosed their condition or as part of a "grab bag" group. These will always be at a very low cost and are sold "as is" and all such sales are final-- no returns on these.

Abbreviations

AMB - Album marks on back including glue or paste residue possibly

AMF - Album marks on front

AQ - Aquabot or Paquebot (Cancelled aboard a vessel at sea)

AS - Artist-signed

C - Chrome

CH - Chip(s)

COF - Cancellation on face

COP - Copyright

CR - Crease(s) or bend(s)

CS - Continental size (4" X 6")

DB - Divided Back (post 1907)

DD - Dated

DPO - Discontinued Post Office

EMB - Embossed

FAB - Fabric on card

GLT - Glitter on card

HTL - Hold-to-light

KK - Kopper Kard

L - Linen

LEA - Leather card

PI - Postal ink on face

PM - Postmark

PMC - Private Mailing Card

PMI or PM? - Postmark Illegible

PS - Passed Censor

PU - Postally used

RPO - Railway Post Office

RPPC - Real Photo post card

SCT - Scott's Stamp Identification Number

SLD - Soiled more than average

SM - Stamp Missing

TR - Tear(s) or hole(s)

UB - Undivided Back (pre 1908)

UDB - Undivided Back (pre 1908)

UM - Unmailed, Unused postally

UN - Unused postally

WDN - Wooden card

WO - Written On

WOB - Writing on back

WOF - Writing on face

WS - With Stamp

Seller Information

Seller

skippy532 (46162)

Registered Since

08/29/2013

Feedback

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Store

Attic Heritage Auctions (AHA)

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Item Location

New Hampshire, United States

Ships To

United States, Canada

Shipping Instructions

"Domestic" in our store refers to USA only. SHIPPING & HANDLING: We combine shipping & handling fees for multiple items (excluding books) purchased from our store-- Attic Heritage Auctions (AHA)-- in one transaction so make all your selections before checking out. USA Destinations: $3.00 USD for 1 to 19 items; FREE shipping for 20 or more items (EXCLUDING BOOKS) purchased from our store in one transaction--Attic Heritage Auctions (AHA). PLEASE NOTE: BOOKS mailed to USA destinations will generally be shipped as MEDIA MAIL via U.S. Postal Service. Other than USA Destinations: Canada - $3.00 USD for 1 item (EXCLUDING BOOKS) + $4.00 USD for every additional 5 items (EXCLUDING BOOKS). For BOOK purchases INQUIRE BEFORE BUYING for shipping charges to Canadian destinations. WE NO LONGER SHIP OUTSIDE OF THE USA AND CANADA. We generally ship within 24 to 48 hours of receipt of your order. We generally ship in rigid cardboard boxes or mailers or padded envelopes boldly marked "DO NOT BEND" to protect your merchandise. Shipping delays with the U. S. Postal Service are common. Unfortunately, we have no control once your order is shipped. In some areas shipping times have resulted in orders being delivered as much as several weeks after mailing. Please be assured that we at Attic Heritage Auctions (AHA) are still shipping every order expediently and shall continue to do so. To avoid shipping issues and possible additional costs, MAKE SURE THE ADDRESS AND E-MAIL ON YOUR ACCOUNT ARE CORRECT & CURRENT.

Returns Accepted

Yes

Returns Policy

GUARANTEE & RETURNS: The money you paid for merchandise will be refunded if, within 30 days of purchase, you return it in good condition. You pay only for the shipping and handling costs both ways. If there is a problem with your order please contact us first and allow up to 48 hours for response. Give us the chance to resolve your issue rather than taking it to Hip or to feedback. We're eager to help.