Why isn't my $81.00 40% Silver Selling?

Sorry, I don't view the mods here as "strong arms". Mods need to enforce forum rules, since they are put in place to facilitate discussion. I am sure I am unaware of some forum rule, but if a post gets modified for violating one I don't feel insulted. I simply view the mods as doing their job.

It wasn't personal akajcw95, so don't feel bad about it. Just live, learn, and enjoy your time here.

Chris

 

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I agree that there should be rules and mods are needed to enforce them. What I don't care for on here is this "zero tolerance" attitude where there is no room for leeway. The OP had a very legitimate reason for asking about the coins he was selling and it would be a big help for a direct link to be posted. I should not have to dig around ebay trying to find it or guess that it is somewhere on an auction listing on this forum. That is an inconvenience which I or no one should have to contend with when it comes to trying to help someone out.

Also, saying "edited" or writing in red text is not the best way to maintain peace and order. The color red has been known to bring out hostility and tension in people whether it be on the road or internet, etc. I think when a mod edits a post they should use a nice mellow blue or purple color to help keep things relaxed.

 

The rules here are straighforward and clearly stated; they're enforced consistently and fairly. If they don't suit you, you can choose not to participate. "Leeway" leads to inconsistent enforcement, hard feelings, and more bad behavior.

I think red text to indicate edits is an excellent choice. It stands out, but it's still readable. As far as I can tell, it's only disturbing one person.

 

You have way too many different coins included in that sale. You gotta split them up, Kennedy's all in one lot etc. And start with 99 cent openings. Ebay is a balls to the walls type of environment and if you don't take risks then other's will and you will lose. jmho

Take your smallest lot and start it from 99 cents, you will never lose that way if it's silver. :thumb:

 

See what Glenn Beck has to say about "zero tolerance" policies and you will see where I am coming from with this. There is a middle ground which should be considered. I in no way said it disturbs me, but rather, it is not the best selection as editing peoples' posts already brings out feelings of offense to those whose posts were changed and using red may do nothing to help the situation. This is where using a nice mellow blue or purple comes into play.

 

There are rules here for a reason, and when we all joined CT we agreed to abide by those rules. I find your remark to be out of line, and totally uncalled for.

CT is the best because of the rules and the equal application of those rules towars everyone, with no exceptions, including the fairness of all of the mods and admins.

 

You may find it to be out-of-line (which it isn't imo) but at least that flag in your avatar comined with the Bill of Rights not only respects, but also protects, my right to say what I felt needed to be said.

When we live in a world with "zero tolerance" policies bad things are bound to happen. If a 6th grade Boy Scout uses his book bag when he goes on a camping trip over the weekend and uses the bag to store his pocket knife and then brings that bag to school and the knife is found at school because he forgot it was in there, should he be expelled from school or have to repeat the 6th grade? No, of course not! But it happens. It happens where common sense is taken out of the equation and "zero tolerance policies just have to be enforced to protect the good of society" when it is clear as day that exceptions should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

 

It's funny how many people seem to misunderstand what the Bill of Rights protects.

Of course it does protect your right to write what you want here, but since BUncirculated wasn't even so much as implying the government should prosecute you for what you wrote, the protections offered by the First Amendment are completely irrelevant.

The fact is, that while you do have the right to write what you want, people are free to judge you based on what you've written, and since this is a private forum, the owners are free to delete or edit whatever they feel like censoring.

 

And since the rules state they are going to do it... you shouldn't be surprised/annoyed when it happens.

 

One way the OP could have stayed within the rules (unless a re-write happens after I post this) is he could have asked his question and, without linking it, provided the Ebay auction number so that members could copy and paste it and find the auction quick and easy. This isn't self promotion, linking to a site buying or selling anything, or any other violation. It's been done here on hundreds of occasions.
Guy

 

Werent we talkin about 40% halves??? When it comes to silver especially US stuff wether its 90% or 40% I slap on a little shipping start the auction at 99 cents and it will always bring 80-95%. If you want more than that break it down to little lots and pay the fee. You'll make more in small lots...but the fees will be more. Either want full spot, Ebay is not the place IMHO.

 

[edited, but by my own hand, not that of a moderator. I'm done being trolled into political arguments, at least for tonight.]

Blue and purple are commonly used to denote links, and would be confusing on that basis; they're also less visually distinct from black, and therefore harder to notice. When mods have edited a post, I want to see clearly exactly where they've made their changes. I view their use of red as a courtesy, not an affront.

 

Allow this then expect many more. Rules are pretty simple and sensible.
Lance.

 

Bottom line is it's a terrible deal no matter how you look at it. Just because the amount of coins are worth the amount asked does not mean it's a good deal. Normally buyers on ebay prefer 99 cent auctions, that's just the way it works. Besides that, in your ad it says "no returns", that by itself turns off many buyers. Lastly, you got a hodge podge of coins in the mix and those almost never sell unless it's an auction. Trust me, I have lost money doing it that way. Take the sale down and start over.
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I am selling the following item on eBay. The bidding starts at $870.00 with BIN at $960.00 and $6.00 shipping. It includes

$68.50 40% Kennedy Halves (50% AVG CIRC/ 50% AU+/BU)
$5.00 (1974-S Blue Pack Ikes)
$4.00 (40% Ikes)
$3.50 (2 1976S Mint Sets)
37 War Nickels
VF 1927 Peace Dollar (BIN Bonus)
Cull 1901-O Morgan Dollar (BIN Bonus)

Read more: http://www.cointalk.com/t213413/#ixzz26KCx28qo
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OK, that clarifies it, as that is most likely what I've seen.

 

The Bill of Rights only protects you from censorship by the government.
You have absolutely no right of or to free speech here on Coin Talk.

 

On the bright side, with this afternoon's spike in PM prices, you stand a good chance of getting someone to at least snipe at the opening price.

 

Really now, what is the big deal with people showing what they have for sale? As long as they do it tactfully, I see no problem with people showing what they have to offer. At least on the www.wheresgeorge.com forum people can buy, sell and trade with each other as open as they please. They don't have to be cryptic when it comes to offering things that they don't want to keep and no, the forum is not saturated with people trying to sell things. If people want to have a link in their signature of what they want to sell, they put it in there and it is no big deal. Even though that forum has its fair share of problems, I applaud them for being so free and open when it comes to offering things for sale or trade.

Yes, it jumps out at you but perhaps not always in a good way. It would be much more calming and therapeutic to use a more tranquil color such as purple. What happens when a bullfighter shows a red cape? The bull gets enraged and excited. This is why the color red, while effective to some degree, is not the best color to use in my honest assessment.

I took Political Science 101 last year, I think I know what I'm talking about.

 

Lol thanks. I am still smiling and laughing at the thought of someone all in a huff because they took a college class last year so of course they now know everything.