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Numismatic Discussion => Coin Chit Chat => Topic started by: NManns on June 11, 2014, 11:55:05 AM

Title: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: NManns on June 11, 2014, 11:55:05 AM
G'day folks
 Loving this forum and learning a lot of new stuff. I am interested if any one can tell me what ebay sellers are good, bad and downright ugly?
Thanks for the help!
Nath
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: markn on June 11, 2014, 11:58:26 AM
Good sellers recommendations are welcome.  Bad and downright ugly please keep it to PM's and do not post them here.
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: trout on June 11, 2014, 11:58:40 AM
I am a lousy seller with a good reputation and I am downright UGLY to look at :laugh2::laugh2::laugh2:
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: NManns on June 11, 2014, 12:02:05 PM
Ok then I may re-phrase myself, Who are the good sellers on ebay?? I see a lot of photo/light trickery making coins appear better than they actually are. And I for one, don't wish to get stung.
Trout, Good head for radio you reckon??
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: stevo1962 on June 11, 2014, 12:27:58 PM
Quote from: 'NManns' pid='52067' dateline='1402453925'Ok then I may re-phrase myself, Who are the good sellers on ebay?? I see a lot of photo/light trickery making coins appear better than they actually are. And I for one, don't wish to get stung.
Trout, Good head for radio you reckon??

Hi Nathan :welcome: good to see that you made your way over here.With regards to bad sellers we have discussed plenty on this forum and usually if a photo looks a bit funny then probably trust your instincts.You can usually tell by their feedback.Regarding the good sellers I think many members here sell on ebay and are mostly trustworthy.As for me I like to buy the overseas bargains when I can (Australian coins) and have been stung a few times but have also scored some beauties.Just be selective in what you buy and if you're not sure then post a link or photo in this forum and we'll give you an opinion
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: NManns on June 11, 2014, 12:56:24 PM
Gday Steve!
Thanks for the welcome. Thanks for the information mate. yes I've noticed that a lot of people post the photographs of what they are thinking about buying prior to a sale.
 Im only new to buying raw coins and getting them graded so all the information I can gather will give me a more educated way to splash my cash!
Thanks again
Nath
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: purplepennyhunter on June 11, 2014, 02:56:42 PM
Quote from: 'NManns' pid='52075' dateline='1402457184'Gday Steve!
Thanks for the welcome. Thanks for the information mate. yes I've noticed that a lot of people post the photographs of what they are thinking about buying prior to a sale.
 Im only new to buying raw coins and getting them graded so all the information I can gather will give me a more educated way to splash my cash!
Thanks again
Nath

I was going to say buy a few graded already to see what a good coin looks like and what that grading company likes. Steer clear of APCGS. Learn the PCGS bodybag codes on "genuine" slabs. Remember it's always more difficult when taking a punt from a sellers photo, it's ALWAYS best to see a coin in hand. Make note of the return policy.
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: bellyflorin on June 11, 2014, 03:18:11 PM
Welcome  Nathan ,:yahoo:  just keep buying coins off  me you will be right lol
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: Nightparrot on June 11, 2014, 03:21:04 PM
Quote from: 'purplepennyhunter' pid='52082' dateline='1402464402'
Quote from: 'NManns' pid='52075' dateline='1402457184'Gday Steve!
Thanks for the welcome. Thanks for the information mate. yes I've noticed that a lot of people post the photographs of what they are thinking about buying prior to a sale.
 Im only new to buying raw coins and getting them graded so all the information I can gather will give me a more educated way to splash my cash!
Thanks again
Nath

I was going to say buy a few graded already to see what a good coin looks like and what that grading company likes. Steer clear of APCGS. Learn the PCGS bodybag codes on "genuine" slabs. Remember it's always more difficult when taking a punt from a sellers photo, it's ALWAYS best to see a coin in hand. Make note of the return policy.

The return policy is a good tip. If a seller is happy to receive a coin back without question, then the risk to the buyer is much lower. My favourite sellers all have a 'no questions asked' return policy.
Title: RE: Ebay's Good, Bad and Ugly sellers.
Post by: NManns on June 12, 2014, 07:24:21 AM
Quote from: 'bellyflorin' pid='52083' dateline='1402465691'Welcome  Nathan ,:yahoo:  just keep buying coins off  me you will be right lol

Gday Belly
im awaiting you next pcgs sale! hahaha:yahoo::yahoo: