Vintage TRADER VIC'S WAIKIKI HAWAII Polynesian Pottery Tiki Mug

Description

Disclaimer:
In no way am I claiming to be an expert in anything.  Please read the description provided and the images to confirm what you are certain of.  I do appreciate added information related to items I have listed.
Please excuse any glare in the photos.  This mug is not the traditional Trader Vic's but appears hand thrown and hand designed.  Measurements subtly vary as you turn the piece but here are the approximates: 5.25" in height, 3.00" across the top (center), and 2.75" across the bottom (center).  The entire piece features an earthy brown, mottled glaze, even the bottom.  There are a couple of very small flecks out of the rim.  The unwrapped weight is 10.5 ounces.
Anomalies that occur with pieces from this manufacturer and from this material are not mentioned but should be expected.
Interested buyers are encouraged to carefully review the photographs.  The photographs are provided as a part of the description.
A note about 'vintage' or 'antique' pieces: they are to be considered preowned.  Evidence of some use and/or age should be expected, but damage WILL BE described and photographed.
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Invoicing:
Invoices are automatically sent after the close of an auction with what 'should' include the cost of shipping.  The Ebay shipping calculator does NOT take into account priority mail
Flat Rate
shipping costs or
Rate A of Rate B boxes
, unless specified by the seller.  It is important to me that winners are only charged the actual cost of shipping and/or insurance, especially if I have stated a specific cost in my listing.
Please do not hesitate to message me if you think an Ebay invoice is incorrect or even if you would like me to double check shipping costs to your location.
Often I cannot determine and actual shipping cost until I receive a buyer's zip code and consider the size of the box necessary for safe shipping.  Combined shipping can also save you money.  Your satisfaction with the item and how it gets to you is a priority.
Shipping:
This item will be shipped within the continental United States using the U.S. priority mail service, unless otherwise specified.  The
most economical priority mail service
will be used to ship this item to the winning bidder.  Insurance is included up to a value of .00.  Additional insurance may be purchased by the buyer upon request.
International interest is appreciated and considered by the seller.  Shipping quotes are to be requested prior to bidding or buying.  The seller will determine the international shipping method.  Import duties or taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges.  These charges are the responsibility of the buyer.
Return Policy:
Of course I do this to earn a buck or two, but I am not in this to rip people off.  I do everything possible to be transparent when listing items.  I do accept returns on the condition that I made an egregious error in the listing and misrepresented the item.  Please be a responsible bidder and review the listing in its entirety and ask questions prior to bidding.  Enjoy your day!
Payment Policy:
Payment is due within 5 days of the auction's close.  If payment is not received within 5 days, the transaction will be canceled and the item will be offered to the second highest bidder as a "Second Chance".