auction Hermann Historica GmbH

gino1 said:
Well, the auction is sometimes a gamble; if you take the exchange rate into account, then the auction fees plus auctioneer's fees and shipping, you end up with a high amount. Sometimes I don't understand who buys pieces that make me think, "Wow," and then sometimes pieces that no one bids on, e.g., two sabers from Württemberg for 300 euros. But anyway, I did it and bought these, they need some work; still, it was worth the effort.
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I was looking at that mitre, not to buy but just like the beauty of plate. My compliments.
 
Bobted said:
The ladies cross is spectacular something on my wish list. The second one that has nothing on it is that the first design? Very fine Crosses Doug. Rob
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Thanks! The second one is the back side of the 1813 Non combatants Iron Cross made in 1820-30 for the award winners. The white ribbon is the non combatant ribbon for both men and women. It is seldom seen on awarded Iron Crosses and in very nice condition.

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Here is the front side of it.

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Here is a 1914 Non combatants Iron Cross with the white ribbon amongst a grouping I won as well. I just wanted this Iron Cross and will probably send the rest of the items to the Guild. I might keep the cut out wound badge as I love those and this ones in nice condition too.
 
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Doug B said:
If it is shipped marked with the HTC 9706.10 for antiques over 100 years old on the shipping form and commercial invoice FedEx will not charge the 10% import duty.
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Out of curiosity I just pulled out my last Import duties bill from Fedex.

This was a purchase from Ratisbon's they marked it Collector's pieces of Historical Interest - HTSUS 9705.10.00.90 - Historical collectibles. No letter of Antiquity, no manufacturer code, no product composition, no art declaration required.

Hopefully you can help maybe the 5 instead of a 6 in the code makes a difference. They did change me the 10% maybe you have more information so I could send them an email and maybe get the money back or a credit. Or at least get it straightened out so it won't happen again.

Thanks for any other info you could provide.
MFG John Josef
 
John Josef said:
Out of curiosity I just pulled out my last Import duties bill from Fedex.

This was a purchase from Ratisbon's they marked it Collector's pieces of Historical Interest - HTSUS 9705.10.00.90 - Historical collectibles. No letter of Antiquity, no manufacturer code, no product composition, no art declaration required.

Hopefully you can help maybe the 5 instead of a 6 in the code makes a difference. They did change me the 10% maybe you have more information so I could send them an email and maybe get the money back or a credit. Or at least get it straightened out so it won't happen again.

Thanks for any other info you could provide.
MFG John Josef
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I believe the 6 means it’s over 100 years old. Items over 100 years old in Canada (and I believe the US) are duty exempt. But not exempt from state sales tax. I’ve shipped several helmets I’ve traded to the USA that were duty exempt with this code.
 
Doug B said:
If it is shipped marked with the HTC 9706.10 for antiques over 100 years old on the shipping form and commercial invoice FedEx will not charge the 10% import duty.
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It has been awhile since I purchased by auction from Europe and did not have to pay import duties. Because the seller included the Forms mentioned. However, I do not know if that is still an option today.
Best regards
John
 
Doug B said:
I believe the 6 means it’s over 100 years old. Items over 100 years old in Canada (and I believe the US) are duty exempt. But not exempt from state sales tax. I’ve shipped several helmets I’ve traded to the USA that were duty exempt with this code.
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Hi Doug thanks for your reply.

I will certainly look into the difference between the 9705 and 9706 if I can. I hate to say it but sometimes I think it's up to the person working that day at customs. I get things all the time from the EU and lately it seems like almost a lottery you really don't know if there will be a charge or not. I think I'm running at about 50/50.

Thanks again for the info Information I'm going to see what they have to say.
MFG John Josef
 
Every item of any type that crosses into a Cdn Province is hit with a sales tax. My Province New Brunswick it is 15%. Alberta is the only exception and I wish I had stayed. My sales tax bill was $1000. Yes, $1000 to Canada Customs. Which makes me wonder why I collect anything.
 
Tony without Kaiser said:
Every item of any type that crosses into a Cdn Province is hit with a sales tax. My Province New Brunswick it is 15%. Alberta is the only exception and I wish I had stayed. My sales tax bill was $1000. Yes, $1000 to Canada Customs. Which makes me wonder why I collect anything.
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Oh my, I don't want to be nosy, but what did you buy that you have to pay 1,000 dollars in import duties?
 
Just an update on my recent customs bill from Fedex.

Armed with the information lifted from the US Customs and Border Protection website regarding HTC 9706.10 and HTC 9705.10 (Thanks Doug)
I opened a dispute at [email protected] regarding the charges.

Today I received a return email stating the following.

"Dear Valued FedEx Customer,

Thank you for contacting FedEx Disputes.

• The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that IEEPA tariffs charged by CBP were unlawful. We are assessing whether these invoices contain charges for IEEPA tariffs.

• You do not need to take any action on these invoices at this time.

The following link will guide you to recently posted information relating to the United States Supreme Court ruling and what it means for our customers - https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/international/us-tariffs-impact.html

Thank you,
FedEx U.S. Duty and Tax Department (Enterprise Business Services)"

So, what I'm reading is that for the time being do not pay this invoice. (y) I will keep interested members informed should I hear something new.
Hopefully they will not try to hit me later with late fees. Should they do so I feel confident of at least not paying any late fees after this email from Fedex.

MFG John Josef
 
gino1 said:
Oh my, I don't want to be nosy, but what did you buy that you have to pay 1,000 dollars in import duties?
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Jumping in Tony.

Canadian provinces (less Alberta as mentioned) do not care if you are buying something brand new or 1,000 years old. They charge sales tax. And of course Canada Customs charges a fee for processing.
 
Peter B said:
Jumping in Tony.

Canadian provinces (less Alberta as mentioned) do not care if you are buying something brand new or 1,000 years old. They charge sales tax. And of course Canada Customs charges a fee for processing.
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It’s always interesting when I would bring a 30,000,000 year old fossilized skull across the border. There is even a specific customs code for one of those things. To make life easier I’d always get my broker to pre clear the item if I was driving it across the border.
 
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