Shipping is generally by USPS first class or priority mail. We will ship any way you would like, if available to us. Cost is based on weight to address provided plus material and carrier costs. We charge a flat rate for shipping and handling. Handling is preparing your item for shipment at the lowest possible cost.
Insurance is required on breakable and damageable items.
Costs for insurance is based on the total amount of your purchase and the shipper's rates at that time. With insurance the shipping agent guarantees your item arrives to you safely. In the event, damage has occurred in shipping, purchaser needs to return the item, all it's pieces, including the box it was shipped in, to the Insurer , such as the USPS or UPS, to fill out the damaged claim with them. Antiques Etc. can not guarantee an item once it has been shipped. Only the Cost of the item and actual postal or shipping cost are included with Insurance Payoffs.