Code-based quote notes
Keep Every Code-Based Quote Attached to Its Conditions
A number without its item, option, quantity, currency, and date is not a comparison. Keep every quote attached to the conditions that produced it.
Quick answer
A code-based quote is useful only when it stays attached to the exact item and conditions. Record the album or raw source, chosen option, quantity basis, currency, unit or total basis, included items, excluded costs, and quote date. If any field is unclear, label the quote incomplete instead of filling the gap yourself.
Quote identity
Attach the number to the same item
Compare like with like
Normalize the fields, not the claims
| Field | Quote A | Quote B | Question to resolve |
|---|---|---|---|
| Item and option | Code A17, black, medium | Code A17, black, size not stated | Which size does B price? |
| Basis | One unit | Minimum quantity | What minimum applies? |
| Packaging | Named | Not stated | Is packaging included? |
| Shipping | Excluded | Unclear | Is either number comparable before shipping? |
Price context
Do not turn one quote into a universal price
A quote can be valid only for a specific date, option, quantity, currency, and contact. A seller-specific price code or shorthand should be confirmed on that page or in that reply; do not reuse the pattern across unrelated albums.
When a source changes, mark the previous quote historical. Do not silently attach it to the new destination.
A quote is not a guarantee
It does not prove stock, product quality, seller reliability, payment protection, shipping, refund eligibility, or final delivered cost. Check the responsible third parties and current written terms separately.