General Terms and Conditions (GTC)

for the use and brokerage of the platform [https://zinngiessform.com]

§ 1 Scope of Application

(1) These GTC govern the legal relationship between the operator of the website ("broker") and the registered users ("users", "providers", "interested parties") regarding the use of, subscriptions to (bronze, silver, gold), and the brokerage of exchange and purchase transactions involving pewter casting molds.

(2) By registering/using the platform, the user accepts these GTC.

§ 2 Registration and User Account

(1) Certain functions (posting offers, matchmaking) require registration. (2) Information provided must be truthful and kept up to date. Accounts are non-transferable. § 3 Subscription Models (1) Available tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold. (2) For services and prices, see the "Subscription" section on the website. (3) Fees are payable in advance. (4) NO Automatic renewal; cancellation notice 14 days prior to expiration. (5) Refunds are only issued if the service is permanently discontinued by the matchmaker. § 4 Subject of the Matchmaking Service The intermediary acts solely as a facilitator for establishing contact between sellers and interested parties. The intermediary is not involved in payment processing and does not provide any payment or financial services. Any purchase or exchange agreement is concluded exclusively between the seller and the buyer.

§ 5 Procedure for Mediation

  1. The prospective buyer contacts the intermediary (e.g., by email or via a contact form).
  2. The intermediary establishes contact between the prospective buyer and the seller.
  3. The purchase agreement is concluded exclusively between the buyer and the seller.
  4. Payment is processed directly between the buyer and the seller or via an external payment service provider used by the seller. The intermediary is never the recipient or custodian of customer funds.
  5. The seller ships the goods after receipt of payment or as otherwise agreed with the buyer.
  6. For successful mediation, the seller owes the intermediary a commission of [e.g., 10%] of the sale price. Invoicing takes place after the conclusion of the contract or after a successful sale.

§ 6 Brokerage Fee

The brokerage fee amounts to 5%–10% of the sale price, depending on the selected subscription tier. The fee is invoiced to the seller after successful mediation.

§ 7 Obligations and Liability

No liability for condition/authenticity/functionality; shipping is the responsibility of the seller; The intermediary is liable only for intent/gross negligence; no guarantees.

§ 8 Notice regarding historical depictions / unconstitutional symbols

Our database occasionally contains images of original historical sources and collection items that may depict symbols or insignia of unconstitutional organizations. This content is provided exclusively for the purposes of documentation, research, academic/historical classification, and reporting. We expressly distance ourselves from any unconstitutional ideology; any depiction does not constitute approval, endorsement, or advertising. Use of the content for propagandistic, glorifying, or otherwise unlawful purposes is prohibited. In case of suspected misuse, we reserve the right to remove content, block access, or terminate contracts without notice.

§ 9 Data Protection

Processing in accordance with GDPR/BDSG; use only as necessary; Details in the privacy policy.

Section 10 Final Provisions

German law; UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods excluded; severability clause; place of jurisdiction – to the extent permitted – the registered office of the intermediary.

Status: April 2026