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Old 27-07-21, 12:09 PM
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Default Best way to post a collection from the US to Australia

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Just bought a big collection in the USA and now I’ve gotta get it out here.
Id rather not pay import and gst but probably should insure it.
Probably want safe but quick
Any suggestions
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Old 27-07-21, 03:59 PM
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Not sure how big or many badges are involved, but maybe ship it in several packets. Multiple postage may be a no-go, but worth checking out.

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Fedex, perhaps . . .
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Old 27-07-21, 11:23 PM
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BC, maybe try talking with DHL Australia, as they have locations throughout Oz and would be able to receive items from their DHL counterparts in the USA via their tracking system.
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Old 28-07-21, 09:29 AM
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thanks all
there are a few hundred badges and around $10k.
they want to post as one lot but thats a big risk and im sure customs will sniff around it.
maybe a few FedEx packs?
anyway, have to see how it goes
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Good luck, and please let us know how it works out.

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Old 29-07-21, 07:55 AM
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thanks all
there are a few hundred badges and around $10k.
they want to post as one lot but thats a big risk and im sure customs will sniff around it.
maybe a few FedEx packs?
anyway, have to see how it goes
bc
So BC what sort of collection did you buy ???

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Old 30-07-21, 01:21 AM
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hi Rob
will show you when it arrives.
im still recovering from the price paid
commonwealth collection
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hi Rob
will show you when it arrives.
im still recovering from the price paid
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Yep 10K is no drop in the ocean ........ looking forward to see the collection.
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Old 30-07-21, 03:14 AM
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Yikes, maybe worth flying over to pick up in person!

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