Grading System

We us a widely recognized 6 scale system to grade our posters.

• MINT - A poster in mint condition looks like it just came off of the press. It will have no blemishes or defects of any kind. It can be folded or rolled, depending on the original packing method (most movie posters were sent folded).
• NEAR MINT - A poster in near mint condition may have minor imperfections in the border only. The artwork is in excellent condition with no blemishes whatsoever.
• VERY GOOD - A poster in very good condition may have blemishes in the border and up to approximately one inch of the poster's artwork. There may be small tears in the artwork along the fold lines only. It may also have minor fading. In general, a poster in very good condition may show some wear and often will project a subtle classic vintage vibe without detracting from the artwork.
• GOOD - A poster in good condition may have tears or small holes that measure no larger than a quarter on the outer edges of the poster's artwork. Pieces of the border may be torn or missing or have holes; there may be mild bleed-through in the outer area of the artwork; there may be mild fading. In general, a poster in good condition will have minor blemishes around the border and into the outer edges of the artwork. The major area of the artwork will be clear of any blemishes. Some people actually prefer this type of poster, which definitely shows some age and character.
• FAIR - A poster in fair condition may have major blemishes that directly affect the artwork of the poster. The poster is recognizable and the artwork is primarily intact. A poster in fair condition can benefit from professional restoration.
• POOR - Posters in poor condition will have serious blemishes or tears or in such poor shape that even the slightest handling might add to the damage. In many cases, a poster in this condition should be professionally restored.

Packing and dispatch

We pack every order by hand with care. Posters generally ship in sturdy mailing tubes. Antique prints, cover art and illustrations are packed flat to protect them in transit. Previously folded pieces and other items unsuitable for rolling also ship in protective flat packaging.

Orders ship within 3 business days after payment, unless otherwise stated. An adult signature may be required at delivery, so we cannot deliver to PO boxes.

All rates below are in U.S. dollars and apply unless a product listing or special offer states otherwise.

U.S. Standard Shipping

Standard Shipping is free on U.S. orders of $125 or more. This threshold applies to the combined order, including orders containing both posters and prints.

For orders below $125:

• Posters only: $20.
• Antique prints, cover art and illustrations only: $15.
• Orders containing both groups: $35 total.

U.S. Express Shipping

Express Shipping is available for:

• Posters only: $25.
• Antique prints, cover art and illustrations only: $20.
• Orders containing both groups: $45 total.

These are the total shipping prices for Express, not additional fees on top of Standard Shipping. Express Shipping remains chargeable on orders qualifying for free Standard Shipping.

Orders with different types of artwork

An order containing both posters and prints may require two packages: a tube for the posters and a flat pack for the prints. When charges apply to both shipping groups, checkout combines them into one shipping total for the service you select.

Shipping is charged by group, not per individual item. For example, an order below $125 containing a poster and a cover print has a combined Standard Shipping charge of $35: $20 for the poster group and $15 for the print group.

Delivery estimates

The estimated delivery times displayed at checkout are:

• Standard Shipping: 5–7 business days.
• Express Shipping: 2–3 business days.

These are estimates rather than guaranteed delivery dates. Please also note our dispatch timeframe above.

International shipping

The free Standard Shipping offer and Express rates above apply to U.S. orders only.

Posters:

• Canada: $40.
• Europe: $60.
• Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Singapore: $70.
• Israel: $60.

Antique prints, cover art and illustrations:

• Canada: $30.
• Europe: $40.
• Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Singapore: $50.
• Israel: $50.

Shipping charges do not include import taxes or duties assessed by the destination country’s customs authorities.

Returns

Please see our Refund Policy for return eligibility, instructions and return-shipping terms.

Our Guarantee

All of our posters are guaranteed to be authentic and as described in the product description to the best of our knowledge and belief, and in good faith. Quite simply, if you are not satisfied with your purchase for any reason, simply contact us within 14 days of receipt and we'll gladly accept your return, providing the item is in the same condition as it was sent.

Returns

Our policy lasts 14 days. If 14 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it. It must also be sent in the original packaging.

There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable). Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error. Any item that is returned more than 14 days after delivery may also be ineligible.

Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. Your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within two business days. Original shipping costs are not refundable. 

Shipping

To return your product, you should mail your product to:

Authentic Vintage Posters- RETURNS
7514 Girard Ave
STE 1615
La Jolla, CA 92037

You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable.

If you are returning an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service and purchasing shipping insurance. We can't guarantee that we will receive your returned item.