Art Scam Alert!!!

Beware of this art scammer!

Thomas Boswell (thomasgreatlife@aol.com)

Hello,

I will like to make a purchase to my store in Finland. I will be making payment via my credit card.I will also like to know the type of card you require ? shipment will be handled by my shipper once my payment has been made.

I hope to read from you soon

Warmest Regards.
Thomas Boswell
Lönnrotinkatu 13, 00120 Helsinki, Finland

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