I want to install Mavericks before Yosemite

Hi,
I want to install Mavericks instead of Yosemite.
I have Snow Leopard.
Where can I find the Mavericks download in the Apple Store?
There is just the Yosemite download at Apple Store.
Thanks,
Luigi

Per a note from Niel (a long time member on these forums):
if Mavericks is needed, go to the Mac App Store main page, choose Support under Quick Links, and contact Apple.

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