www.giftcards.com Gift Card Expiration Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

 I purchased a gift card in 2006 from www.giftcards.com for $150.00.  The card was misplaced by the recipient and later found.  The card has an "expiration date" of November 2008.  I made a phone call inquiring and was told that there would be a $4.95 charge to reissue.  I concurred and was asked to provide my mailing address.  I was told that I'd get a confirming phone call when the card had been mailed.A few days later I had not heard back from anyone.  I phoned again and was told that the entire $150.00 card had "expired" and they would not reissue.  I read a bit on the California Department of Consumer Affairs, and I don't think this is legal.  I, the consumer, am out $150.00.  This doesn't seem legal.