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Nation's Attic 2026 Diving Into History Auction + More

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Nation's Attic presents the 2026 "Diving Into History" auction on May 30th, featuring the prestigious collection of Houston’s Ocean Corporation. This landmark event offers museum-quality 19th and 20th-century copper and brass diving helmets from icons like Morse and Siebe Gorman. The catalog includes vintage dive dresses, boots, and maritime treasures. The second half features no-reserve collectibles, including Japanese swords, US coinage, and designer handbags. Bid with the world’s largest dealer of authentic antique diving helmets. Don't miss this unique sale!
Nation's Attic Inc. helmets@nationsattic.com

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  • 1998 US Premier Silver, Silver Proof & Proof Sets 3 Total
    Estimate
    $75 - $110
    Lot 247

    1998 US Premier Silver, Silver Proof & Proof Sets 3 Total

    Est.
    $75 - $110
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    Starting Bid
    $35
  • 1996 United States Mint Prestige Set With Atlanta Olympic Dollar
    Estimate
    $200 - $250
    Lot 248

    1996 United States Mint Prestige Set With Atlanta Olympic Dollar

    Est.
    $200 - $250
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100
  • 1993 United States Mint Bill Of Rights Gold 5 Dollar Coin
    Estimate
    $1,250 - $1,750
    Lot 249

    1993 United States Mint Bill Of Rights Gold 5 Dollar Coin

    Est.
    $1,250 - $1,750
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $650
  • 1993 United States Mint Bill Of Rights Silver 2 Coin Set
    Estimate
    $90 - $125
    Lot 250

    1993 United States Mint Bill Of Rights Silver 2 Coin Set

    Est.
    $90 - $125
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $45
  • 1983 United States Silver Dollars LA Olympics 3 Coin Set
    Estimate
    $225 - $270
    Lot 251

    1983 United States Silver Dollars LA Olympics 3 Coin Set

    Est.
    $225 - $270
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $110
  • 1990 United States Mint Eisenhower Centennial Silver Dollar Proof & Unc
    Estimate
    $150 - $200
    Lot 252

    1990 United States Mint Eisenhower Centennial Silver Dollar Proof & Unc

    Est.
    $150 - $200
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $75
  • 1992 United States Mint Columbus Quincentenary Silver Dollar Proof & Unc
    Estimate
    $150 - $200
    Lot 253

    1992 United States Mint Columbus Quincentenary Silver Dollar Proof & Unc

    Est.
    $150 - $200
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    $75
  • 1986 United States Mint Statue Of Liberty Silver Coins 4 Total
    Estimate
    $150 - $200
    Lot 254

    1986 United States Mint Statue Of Liberty Silver Coins 4 Total

    Est.
    $150 - $200
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    $75
  • 1993 United States Mint Jefferson 250th Anniversary Silver Dollars
    Estimate
    $150 - $200
    Lot 255

    1993 United States Mint Jefferson 250th Anniversary Silver Dollars

    Est.
    $150 - $200
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    $75
  • Burberry Purse in Dark Birch Brown Model 8063123
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 256

    Burberry Purse in Dark Birch Brown Model 8063123

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Burberry Wallet in Dark Birch Brown Model 8063123
    Estimate
    $300 - $600
    Lot 257

    Burberry Wallet in Dark Birch Brown Model 8063123

    Est.
    $300 - $600
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $150
  • Cartier “C de Cartier” Black Leather Chain Wallet
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 258

    Cartier “C de Cartier” Black Leather Chain Wallet

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • GUCCI Emblem Small Black Leather Wallet
    Estimate
    $450 - $650
    Lot 259

    GUCCI Emblem Small Black Leather Wallet

    Est.
    $450 - $650
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $220
  • GUCCI GG Emblem Small Crossbody Bag
    Estimate
    $1,700 - $2,200
    Lot 260

    GUCCI GG Emblem Small Crossbody Bag

    Est.
    $1,700 - $2,200
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $850
  • GUCCI GG Emblem Small Shoulder Bag
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,000
    Lot 261

    GUCCI GG Emblem Small Shoulder Bag

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • GUCCI Brown Suede Sholder Bag
    Estimate
    $3,800 - $4,600
    Lot 262

    GUCCI Brown Suede Sholder Bag

    Est.
    $3,800 - $4,600
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,800
  • Louis Vuitton Vendome MM High End Leather Purse (M22914)
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 263

    Louis Vuitton Vendome MM High End Leather Purse (M22914)

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,500
  • Louis Vuitton Black (NOIR) Capucines Compact Wallet
    Estimate
    $750 - $1,100
    Lot 264

    Louis Vuitton Black (NOIR) Capucines Compact Wallet

    Est.
    $750 - $1,100
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $350
  • Louis Vuitton Carmel Mahina Hobo Purse (M5930)
    Estimate
    $4,200 - $5,000
    Lot 265

    Louis Vuitton Carmel Mahina Hobo Purse (M5930)

    Est.
    $4,200 - $5,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,100
  • Louis Vuitton Slouchy Damier Azur Coated Canvas Handbag (N00126)
    Estimate
    $2,300 - $2,800
    Lot 266

    Louis Vuitton Slouchy Damier Azur Coated Canvas Handbag (N00126)

    Est.
    $2,300 - $2,800
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,100
  • Louis Vuitton Clemence Wallet (Model N61264) In Damier Azur Canvas
    Estimate
    $500 - $650
    Lot 267

    Louis Vuitton Clemence Wallet (Model N61264) In Damier Azur Canvas

    Est.
    $500 - $650
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $250
  • Louis Vuitton Damier Azur GM Cosmetic Pouch (N23346)
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,200
    Lot 268

    Louis Vuitton Damier Azur GM Cosmetic Pouch (N23346)

    Est.
    $700 - $1,200
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $350
  • Louis Vuitton Cosmetic Pouch (Grace Coddington “Catogram” Collaboration) (M25759)
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,200
    Lot 269

    Louis Vuitton Cosmetic Pouch (Grace Coddington “Catogram” Collaboration) (M25759)

    Est.
    $700 - $1,200
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $350
  • Louis Vuitton Black (NOIR) Neverfull MM Tote Bag
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,000
    Lot 270

    Louis Vuitton Black (NOIR) Neverfull MM Tote Bag

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,200
  • Louis Vuitton Classic Poche Toilette Pouch (M46037)
    Estimate
    $600 - $750
    Lot 271

    Louis Vuitton Classic Poche Toilette Pouch (M46037)

    Est.
    $600 - $750
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Louis Vuitton OnTheGo MM Canvas Purse (M45321)
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $3,300
    Lot 272

    Louis Vuitton OnTheGo MM Canvas Purse (M45321)

    Est.
    $3,000 - $3,300
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,500
  • Louis Vuitton Daily Black (NOIR) Pouch In Monogram Empreinte Leather (M62937)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,050
    Lot 273

    Louis Vuitton Daily Black (NOIR) Pouch In Monogram Empreinte Leather (M62937)

    Est.
    $800 - $1,050
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • PRISTINE! Louis Vuitton Monogram Kirigami Pochette Set (3-in-1) - Never Used (M62034)
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 274

    PRISTINE! Louis Vuitton Monogram Kirigami Pochette Set (3-in-1) - Never Used (M62034)

    Est.
    $600 - $800
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Noir (Black) Zippy Wallet (M60171)
    Estimate
    $600 - $850
    Lot 275

    Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Noir (Black) Zippy Wallet (M60171)

    Est.
    $600 - $850
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • ULTIMATE INVESTMENT: Pristine Beige Chanel Classic Flap Bag – Never Carried
    Estimate
    $7,250 - $9,750
    Lot 276

    ULTIMATE INVESTMENT: Pristine Beige Chanel Classic Flap Bag – Never Carried

    Est.
    $7,250 - $9,750
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $3,000
  • Chanel Caviar Stitched Pocket (Shopping) Large Tote In Black
    Estimate
    $5,750 - $7,750
    Lot 277

    Chanel Caviar Stitched Pocket (Shopping) Large Tote In Black

    Est.
    $5,750 - $7,750
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,500
  • Chanel Quilted Classic Clutch With Chain In Fuchsia – Never Carried
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,000
    Lot 278

    Chanel Quilted Classic Clutch With Chain In Fuchsia – Never Carried

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,500
  • Chanel Quilted Wallet On Chain (WOC) In A Stunning Green Hue – Never Used
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $4,500
    Lot 279

    Chanel Quilted Wallet On Chain (WOC) In A Stunning Green Hue – Never Used

    Est.
    $3,500 - $4,500
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,700
  • EXQUISITE CHANEL Trendy CC WOC Wallet on Chain – Stunning Pink Quilted – Never Used
    Estimate
    $4,500 - $6,500
    Lot 280

    EXQUISITE CHANEL Trendy CC WOC Wallet on Chain – Stunning Pink Quilted – Never Used

    Est.
    $4,500 - $6,500
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,200
  • Pristine 2024 Chanel Sunset Boulevard Quilted Lambskin Pouch - Pink/Orange
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $4,500
    Lot 281

    Pristine 2024 Chanel Sunset Boulevard Quilted Lambskin Pouch - Pink/Orange

    Est.
    $2,500 - $4,500
    Nation's Attic Inc.
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,200
  • Pristine GUCCI Softbit Maxi Shoulder Bag - Dark Moss or Forest Green Grained Leather
    Estimate
    $3,250 - $3,650
    Lot 282

    Pristine GUCCI Softbit Maxi Shoulder Bag - Dark Moss or Forest Green Grained Leather

    Est.
    $3,250 - $3,650
    Nation's Attic Inc.
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,500
  • RARE Fendi x Tiffany & Co. Medium Baguette Bag – 25th Anniversary - Tiffany Blue
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $9,000
    Lot 283

    RARE Fendi x Tiffany & Co. Medium Baguette Bag – 25th Anniversary - Tiffany Blue

    Est.
    $7,000 - $9,000
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $3,500
  • Gucci 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar
    Estimate
    $150 - $300
    Lot 284

    Gucci 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar

    Est.
    $150 - $300
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    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $75

Auction Description

Nation's Attic 2026 Diving Into History Auction + More by Nation's Attic Inc.

Nation's Attic is proud to present the 2026 "Diving Into History" auction, a landmark event scheduled for Saturday, May 30th. This year's sale features the esteemed collection of The Ocean Corporation, a cornerstone of the commercial diving industry founded in Houston in 1969. As the school continues its legacy of excellence, it has chosen this moment to share museum-quality pieces of diving history with the global collecting community. The auction offers an unparalleled selection of 19th and 20th-century copper and brass diving helmets from legendary makers such as Morse, Schrader, and Siebe Gorman, including exceptionally rare and unique configurations. Beyond the helmets, the catalog includes a deep dive into the history of the working diver with authentic vintage dive dresses, heavy lead boots, weight belts, and specialized equipment. Collectors will also find a vast array of maritime treasures, including vintage underwater lights, original manufacturer catalogs, and historic photographs. The second half of this spectacular event shifts focus to a diverse array of high-quality collectibles selling at no reserve. These offerings include historically significant Japanese swords, a curated selection of US coinage, and an elegant collection of designer handbags, many of which remain in their original packaging. As the world's largest dealer of authentic antique diving helmets,

Nation's Attic provides a secure and professional platform for enthusiasts and investors alike. The full digital catalog will be available for preview and pre-bidding on LiveAuctioneers approximately one month prior to the sale date. We encourage all bidders to register early to ensure approval for this high-profile event. For detailed condition reports or inquiries regarding specific lots, please contact us at 316-371-1828 or via email at helmets@nationsattic.com. Join us on May 30th for this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of history from the deep.

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Nation's Attic Inc.
Wichita, KS 67211
United States

helmets@nationsattic.com

Phone:+1 3163711828

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Shipping fees listed with each lot pertain to domestic shipping only (contiguous or lower 48). International bidders are subject to higher shipping fees. Please inquire about shipping to a particular country before the start of the auction. Purchased items will be shipped on a first paid, first shipped basis and may take up to twenty (20) business days for said shipment to leave our (Nations Attic, Inc.) business. For time sensitive shipments, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) will expedite payment processing and shipping for a nominal fee. Items paid for by personal check are subject to a ten (10) business day hold for funds clearance. All domestic mainland items are shipped via FedEx ground or via USPS unless otherwise specified or requested by the customer. International shipments are shipped via DHL Express or FedEx Express. USPS is no longer used for international shipments due to issues with tracking packages. Insurance: All items are insured for the full purchase amount less carrier shipping charges, or the maximum amount allowed by the carrier and/or country of destination. Insurance is included in the specified shipping amount listed in the shipping section of the final invoice pricing. All invoices are sent with insurance already factored into the shipping charge. The customer has the right to waive any insurance amount by providing written consent that the customer will not hold Nations Attic, Inc. or its shipping carriers responsible for damaged and/or lost shipments due to uninsured/under insured packages. In some instances, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to only ship certain items if insurance is purchased for the full amount of the item(s) being shipped. International buyers are responsible for all duties and taxes. If shipment is rejected, buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs or disposal fees incurred.

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Terms & Conditions

TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. Prior to sale, all bidders must register with Nations Attic Inc. and/or online via BidSquare to participate in bidding. 2. The Auctioneer and the Consignor assume no risk, liability or responsibility for the authenticity or the authorship of any property identified in the online catalogue (that is, the identity of the creator or the period, culture, source or origin as the case may be, with which the creation of any property is identified herein). All property is sold "As Is" and neither the Auctioneer nor the Consignor makes any warranties or representations of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness or any implied warranty or merchantability or any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose as it relates to description, genuineness, attribution, provenance, safety, reliability or condition of the property. If any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose can be construed from the catalogue, auction, or bill of sale, such warranties are disclaimed by the Auctioneer and the Consignor. No statement in the online catalogue or made at the sale or in the Bill of Sale or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty or representation or an admission of liability. Moreover, the Auctioneer will not be held responsible for any variations in appearance of online photographs. 3. Notwithstanding the preceding condition, if within 14 days of the sale of any lot the purchaser of any antique gives notice in writing to the Auctioneer that the lot so sold is a counterfeit and, if within 7 days after such notice the purchaser returns to the Auctioneer in the same condition as when sold, and gives written proof from a recognized impartial expert which establishes beyond reasonable doubt that the returned lot is in fact a counterfeit and that this was not indicated by a fair reading of the catalogue or the Auctioneer's comments at the time of sale, the Auctioneer as agent for the Consignor will rescind the sale and refund the purchase price. Please note that the original shipping costs will not be refunded as the cost was already incurred. The shipping to return the item will be at your purchaser expense. 4. A premium equal to 25% of the successful bid price will be added thereto and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price. 5. The Sales Tax rate for Wichita, Kansas is 7.5% and is computed on this total purchase price and applies to bidders residing within the state. The purchaser will be required to pay Sales Tax unless exempted through possession of a valid State of Kansas Sales Tax number on file. Please Note: The State of Kansas has no arrangement of reciprocity with any other jurisdiction and the Auctioneer cannot honor a Sales Tax number from any other jurisdiction. Please Note: Due to credit card processing charges, In the event buyer desires to pay by using a credit card, a convenience fee equaling 4.0% of the entire amount due shall be added to the buyer's invoice. We encourage you to pay by sending us a check or wire transfer to avoid the credit card convenience fee. However, if you send a wire, it must be in US DOLLARS and a $30 bank processing fee will be added. All shipments will ONLY be shipped to the registered and confirmed address on file with BidSquare, no exceptions. This means the credit card used to pay for the items is where the items will be shipped to and will also be the tax rate BidSquare uses to calculate tax. Please do not ask to ship to another address when using a credit card or to change your tax rate. 6. The Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any property at any time before actual sale. 7. Unless otherwise announced by the Auctioneer at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the catalogue. The Auctioneer reserves the right to reject a bid from any bidder. The highest bid acknowledged by the Auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the Auctioneer shall have the sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or to re-offer and re-sell the article in dispute. If the Auctioneer determines that any opening bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, he may reject the bid; and if, having acknowledged an opening bid he decides that any advance is not sufficient, he may reject the advance. The Auctioneer reserves the right to acknowledge an auction floor bid before acknowledging an internet and/or phone bid regardless of the maximum bid amount provided by the bidder before and/or during the auction. 8. On the fall of the Auctioneers hammer, title to the offered lot passes to the highest bidder who thereupon will pay the full purchase price therefore or such part as the Auctioneer may require. All property shall be removed by the purchaser at his expense on the day of sale and, if not so removed, may be sent by the Auctioneer to a public warehouse for the account, risk and expense of the purchaser. Any damage to or loss of any item purchased which is left with the Auctioneer after the day of purchase is the purchasers sole responsibility. If the foregoing conditions or any other applicable conditions herein are not complied with, in addition to other remedies available to the Auctioneer and the Consignor by law, including without limitation the right to hold the purchaser liable for the bid price, the Auctioneer at its option, may either (a) cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the purchaser, or (b) re-sell the property on 3 days notice to the purchaser and for the account and risk of the purchaser, either publicly or privately, and in such event the purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency plus all costs, including warehousing, the expenses of both sales, and the Auctioneers commission at its regular rates and all other charges due hereunder, and incidental charges. No claims shall be allowed after removal of goods and no article shall be re-sold for purchaser at the sale where purchased. 9. The Auctioneer reserves the right to cancel the sale or any portion thereof without prior or further notice, and to announce at any time additional conditions of sale. 10. Bidding will constitute full acceptance of the terms and conditions herein. Also recognize, all items are being sold as used and/or antiques. The items are meant to be used for display purposes only. Not liable for functionality. Take it upon your own risk to use, which is not advised. 11. Payment: Payment will be accepted in the form of personal check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, money order, cash (in house only), credit card (confirmed address for US customers only, credit card fee's apply). For internet bidders, if payment is not received within 5 business days following the auction, a payment reminder invoice will be sent. If payment is not received within 10 business days of the auction, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to void the sale of the item(s) to that bidder, and make the item(s) available for sale to the under bidder. In addition, any non-paying bidder will be prohibited from registering for any future auction that is held by Nations Attic, Inc. Please do not ask to have the sales tax removed as it is state law. 12. Shipping: Shipping fees listed with each lot pertain to domestic shipping only (contiguous or lower 48). International bidders are subject to higher shipping fees. Please inquire about shipping to a particular country before the start of the auction. Purchased items will be shipped on a first paid, first shipped basis and may take up to twenty (20) business days for said shipment to leave our (Nations Attic, Inc.) business. For time sensitive shipments, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) will expedite payment processing and shipping for a nominal fee. Items paid for by personal check are subject to a ten (10) business day hold for funds clearance. All domestic mainland items are shipped via FedEx ground or via USPS unless otherwise specified or requested by the customer. International shipments are shipped via DHL Express or FedEx Express. USPS is no longer used for international shipments due to issues with tracking packages. Insurance: All items are insured for the full purchase amount less carrier shipping charges, or the maximum amount allowed by the carrier and/or country of destination. Insurance is included in the specified shipping amount listed in the shipping section of the final invoice pricing. All invoices are sent with insurance already factored into the shipping charge. The customer has the right to waive any insurance amount by providing written consent that the customer will not hold Nations Attic, Inc. or its shipping carriers responsible for damaged and/or lost shipments due to uninsured/under insured packages. In some instances, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to only ship certain items if insurance is purchased for the full amount of the item(s) being shipped. 13. Storage Fees: Items not claimed within 30 Days after the auction will be subject to a $10 per lot, per day storage fee, unless other arrangements are made with the Nations Attic Inc.