Plating issues on the back of the pin does not affect the grading as long as it doesn't detract from the design in the front.
Grading:
A GRADE:
These will be the best quality of the pin designs. However, as they are handmade there may be minor issues. Small scratches, or nicks in the enamel, minor marks,oxidation of the enamel are common and might occur. Plating issues on the back of sides does not affect the grading as long as it doesn't detract from the design in the front.
B Grade:
These will have minor visible issues but not very noticeable overall in my opinion. These may include any pins with more visible scratching, possible small printing errors, or dents in the enamel, or minor underfilled enamel.
C Grade:
They'll have more visible noticeable issues and range from heavy scratching, large black marks/dots, more possible screen printing errors, more underfilled/overfilled enamel issue, large dents - these will vary case by case.
Preorders
By purchasing a preorder you understand the order has yet to be placed until the funds have been raised. The actual manufacturing period may take 3-6 months or longer depending on any issues arrising in the middle of the manufacturing process.
Preorders recieve the best quality first but since during preorders I cannot determine the stock in each grading range just yet the quality can range from A-B Grades but are still minor cosmetic issues if any. By preordering you will also recieve the best price for the pin.
Refunds/Returns
Preorders: Currently I will not be processing refunds on preordered pins. Preorders help raise funds to get approved for manufacturing and would be difficult to handle the process during such a window. If by chance a mistake was made during the preorder phase like duplicates or unwanted items in your checkout, refund is possible. Preorder refunds will be handled as needed.
Returns: I will accept returns within 7 days of receipt. You will be responsible for return postage, and for returning the item in resalable condition, in the original packaging. If there was anything I made in error of course I will pay shipping. Just reach out to me.
For B grade quality imperfections I will not be accepting exchanges for a different flaw. They are buy as is.
SHIPPING
In hand items ship in 7-14 business days. Preorder items can take 3-6 months and so on and so forth so updates will be made on my instagram.
I will automatically combine orders if the name+address are the same. If you would like this not to be the case please reach out to me. You are not allowed to buy preorders with in hands. If you order a preorder item with an in hand item your order will be canceled and refunded.
I ship from the US. For any international orders customers are fully responsible for any import/customs taxes when recieving the goods. I do not automatically charge for VATS when you make a international order.
Once package is sent out I am not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen packages. I will see if I can see help any on my end but it will ultimately fall on you to open a case with your local postal service or USPS if this issue arises.