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From: service@paypalSent: Mon, Oct 12, 2022 12:53 pmSubject: Estimate from Crypto Currency +1 (888) 328-4524 (0038)Hello,Here's your estimateCrypto Currency +1 (888) 328-4524 sent you an estimate for $538.00 USD.View Your EstimateSeller note to customerCongratulations! On your Purchase of a Crypto Currency using PayPal amount given in the invoice for Any Disputes or to Stop the Payment call us immediately at +1 (888) 328-4524
From: service@paypal
Sent: Mon, Oct 12, 2022 12:53 pm
Subject: Estimate from Crypto Currency +1 (888) 328-4524 (0038)
Hello,
Here's your estimate
Crypto Currency +1 (888) 328-4524 sent you an estimate for $538.00 USD.
View Your Estimate
Seller note to customer
Congratulations! On your Purchase of a Crypto Currency using PayPal amount given in the invoice for Any Disputes or to Stop the Payment call us immediately at +1 (888) 328-4524
