Who is Grand Dezign?
Grand Dezign is one of the largest importers of Limoges boxes from Limoges, France and an authorized dealer for Royal Doulton products.   We strive to provide our customers with a wide selection of exquisite Limoges boxes as wells as Royal Doulton collectible figurines, specializing in retired and hard-to-find figurines, at very competitive and reasonable prices.   Excellent customer service is a priority with us.

What is the List Price?
The List Price is the current market value of Limoges boxes and Royal Doulton figurines.

What forms of payment are accepted?
We accept the following major credit cards: Visa, Mastercard.

Is my payment secure?
Yes.   Our online shopping cart is very secure. We use substantial security measures (including Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and encrypting) to protect against the loss, misuse and alteration of data used in our systems.   Please see our Privacy Policy for more detail.

Is my personal information kept confidential?
Yes.   All personal information submitted to Grand Dezign (i.e., name, address, telephone number, credit card number, etc.) is kept confidential and only used for contact between Grand Dezign and you.   Any information you provide to us will never be shared with anyone else or sold to any other entity.

How will my item(s) be shipped?
All items are shipped via USPS.   Shipments to locations in the United States are made via USPS Priority Mail, insured.   Shipments outside the United States are made via USPS airmail, insured.   Expedited shipping is also available.

Does sales tax apply to my purchase?
A sales tax of 8.25% will be applied to all items shipped to locations in the state of California.

Will I have to pay customs and duties?
If you live outside the United States of America your shipments are subject to import charges applied by your country.   Please check with your local customs office what these charges will be as every country has its own rules and regulations concerning duty charges.   (Please note: We do not declare our items as a "gift" or for a reduced value on customs forms).

Will I be shipped the same item as shown in the picture?
We make every effort to provide multiple images of every item.   All discontinued figurines are photographed and advertised individually.   All current items are photographed once.   Due to stock rotation and the fact that we may have multiple quantities of some pieces, if they are very similar, we may provide an existing image for that item.   The item shipped will be the same figurine, same name, HN number, but since most items are hand made and hand painted there may be minor variations from the image shown.   If you have any particular concerns, please contact us by e-mail at info@granddezign.com or by calling our toll-free number (877) 294-4970 (US and Canada).

How do I know I am getting an excellent condition piece?
We carefully examine all items for chips, cracks or restoration.   We describe the condition of every item clearly and fully.   If an item has any restoration work, we describe it so that you know exactly what you are purchasing.   We will never knowingly sell you a piece as in excellent condition if that is not the case.   If you do receive a piece deemed in excellent condition by Grand Dezign and it does not meet your expectations, please contact us within 7 days of its arrival.

What is considered "Excellent Condition"?
Royal Doulton figurines are meticulously crafted by hand, assembled from multiple pieces and hand-painted (see History & Marks).   Every figurine is unique and differs slightly from those of the same name and HN number.   There may be slight color variations or features in identical figurines.   An "Excellent Condition" figurine is one that has sustained no damage (i.e., cracks, hairline cracks, chips, breaks, etc.) and is of first quality.   Due to age and having been displayed, discontinued figurines may have minor wear.   Royal Doulton inspects all figurines and the stamp at the base signifies the first quality status provided by the Royal Doulton Company. If an item is sub-standard, the Royal Doulton inspector puts a scratch mark through the Royal Doulton insignia or title of the piece (at the base of the piece), deeming the piece a "second quality".   Since each figurine is handmade and goes through much handling and several firings before it is released, it is not unusual for a piece to contain minute spots, bubbles or depression/rise in the porcelain or paint.   Such minute variations in the porcelain or paint are not considered a flaw.

Why should I purchase a restored piece?
Each Royal Doulton figurine is a work of art and is highly collectible.   Most discountinued pieces are hard to find and some are quite rare.   When restored properly, Royal Doulton figurines not only look beautiful, they also retain most of their value.   Buying a restored piece allows you to enjoy the beauty of these wonderful works of art at a much more reasonable price.   All of our "restored figurines" are professionally restored to bring damaged Royal Doulton pieces back to life.   The extent of restoration is mentioned in the "condition" section of the figurine description so you know exactly what you are purchasing.

How can I find a particular piece of Royal Doulton?
If you are looking for a particular piece for your own collection or to give as a gift, please do not hesitate to contact us.   We will be glad to assist you in finding that one special piece to expand or complete your collection.   Contact us by e-mail at info@granddezign.com, or call us toll-free: (877) 556-1820.

What is our refund policy?
We provide several photographs of each piece and describe the condition of the piece in detail so as to provide an informed and pleasant buying experience.   In the unlikely event that you are not happy with your purchase, please contact us within 7 days from receiving your piece and we will be happy to offer an even exchange, when available, or a full refund (excluding shipping costs).