Purchase Details & Instrument Trial Terms & Conditions
Trial Policy: Bergonzi Violins offers a 10‑day trial period, beginning the day the instrument is received. The instrument must be returned by the scheduled return date unless the Buyer completes the purchase.
Return Policy: The instrument must be returned in the same condition in which it was received. No repairs, adjustments, or modifications are permitted during the trial. While the instrument is in the Buyer’s possession, the Buyer assumes full responsibility for any loss, theft, or damage.
Shipping & Insurance: The instrument is shipped to the Buyer’s provided address. Outbound shipment is paid for by the Seller and return shipping costs is paid for by the buyer. Shipping labels will be created and provided by Bergonzi Violins for Buyer’s convenience. Buyers may provide proof of personal insurance if desired, or pay a small fee to the shipper or Bergonzi Violins for the coverage.
Price: Each instrument is listed with its sale price in the Trial Agreement. Once the Buyer and Seller approve the purchase price of the instrument, the remaining balance is due within three business days of notifying the Seller.
Bergonzi Heritage Notes offer a curated historical perspective on each instrument, drawing from publicly available records and research to illuminate its journey over time. These notes provide context, narrative, and insight, allowing musicians and collectors to appreciate an instrument’s story while maintaining full transparency about its documented past.