Photography Services | Consignment Services
Note: New Prices are Effective March 1, 2005
| Service |
Raw Coin* |
Slabbed Coin* |
Example |
| Regular Photograph | $6.50 |
$7.50 |
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Additional Services: |
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| Closeup | $2.50 |
$3.00 |
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| Combined Image | $1.50 |
$3.00 ($2.00 if slab label is not used) |
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| New Background | Free/$1.00 |
$1.75 |
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| Online Picture Preview | Free |
Free |
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| Return Shipping | Depends on package/method |
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Regular Photograph
Includes obverse and reverse shots. For toned coins possessing luster
that cannot fully be captured, an additional photograph of one or both
sides will be taken to capture the luster. Three picture sizes are provided:
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Large: original image from a 2272x1704† pixel photograph with no JPG compression (1-1.8MB).
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Medium:- 800 pixels wide with slight compression (100-200kb)
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Web-Sized: 800 pixels wide with more compression for faster loading online (20-100kb).
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If requested, we will substitute Web-Sized for a provided width/height and file size.
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All photographs from an order, both the cropped finals and originals will be returned on CD. Approximate turnaround is 1-3 weeks. If turnaround times must change, you will be informed. Please contact me for the current estimated turnaround period.
Closeup
In addition to a regular photograph, a closeup of a variety or error,
such as misplaced mintmark can be provided.
Combined Image
In addition to an obverse and reverse photographs, the photographs can
be merged into one photograph an a background of your choice. With certified
coins, the label will be placed between the two halves. A large and
medium photograph will be provided, as well as one of a specified file
size.
New Background
The photographed coins will be digitally removed from their holders
and placed on a background of your choice (image or solid color). Raw
coins will be placed on a solid color for no charge (default color is
black).
Online Picture Preview
The Small and Web-Sized photographs will be made available to you online.
When you view them, you will be able to note any coins which you would
like rephotographed at no charge (you must specify what needs to be
fixed in the new photograph).
Return Shipping
Return shipping is available with with USPS First Class, Priority, Express,
or Registered Mail, or Airborne Express/DHL. All packages will be insured
in full by the USPS or privately. Based on the weight of the package
and its declared value, the cost for return shipping will change. When
you order, we will include a return shipping fee to include.
*Note: Unless otherwise requested, all shipments will be returned via
Insured Registered Mail for maximum security during shipping.
eBay®
Sales
5.75% plus listing, final value, and PayPal fees ($9 commission minimum
per coin includes all necessary photographs).
We will list your coin(s) at eBay.com under the seller ID jkcoins (100% positive feedback). We will also write a professional and accurate description utilizing our photographs. Upon the close of the auction, we will receive payment and ship coins to the buyers. When the return period has ended, you will receive a check or PayPal payment of the total income minus the commission and fees.
Starting prices and listing features (such as gallery, bold title, reserves, etc.) will be set by you. Sales are only guaranteed if an item begins at $1 or less with no reserve. ***We cannot guarantee a closing price.
If a return shipping fee has been paid to us prior to a decision to list on eBay, it will be used towards the commission and fees.
* Maximum value for a raw coin is $150. Maximum value for a slabbed
coin is $1000. The only exceptions are if prior
arrangements have been made. Raw coins are carefully held with
cotton gloves to ensure no damage is caused.
† Note- dimensions depend on the denomination. Typically, a photo's
dimensions will range from 900-1400 pixels in each direction)
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