... arrived, Basil sent an e-mail to Andrew saying that the stamps were his for £850. Andrew read the e-mail immediately but did not reply. Advise the parties of their contractual liabilities. The issues in this question relate to distinguishing between offer and invitation to treat, counter offers, inquires revocation of offers and communication of acceptance. As a general rule advertistments are regarded as invitation to treats and not offers for sale. The judgment in Partridge v Crittenden further imposes this notion. The judge held that an advertisement amounted to an invitation to treat even if there was a price mentioned on the advertisement. Judging from the facts of the question a similar situation exists and therefore Basil's advertisement would only amount to an invitation to treat. Secondly, dealing with the issue of counter offer and inquires the law laid down was in the judgment in Harvey v Facey. Where the plaintiff ...

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