These cartridges have not been tested by me or my partner, we have no idea whether they operate or not. They seem to be in "near mint" condition, both sticker/labels have creases and the "TUFF E NUFF" one has a hole in his cheek and a scratch on the back >.<'' The "NO ESCAPE" one has smudging of a foreign substance on it, barely noticable. . Regardless, it seems to have "gold plating" or maybe it is "brass" for the connector. Whatever your wishes! Here they are! Thank You!