hello knowledgable ones(again)lol, one quick question. how was the 1996w roosie packed in these mint sets. was it in its own cello or actually packed in one of the sets itself?
Try this link... http://page.auctions.shopping.yahoo.com/auction/85672666?aucview=0x23 It looks as if they included it between the P & D sets in its own little window. Hope this helps, Cris
Well not exactly. What you are seeing is just due to the way the seller took the picture. The W dime is actually contained in a separate pliofilm sleeve of its own and that came inside a paper folder along with the regular set.
so the dime is easily removed. shoot i ebayed and think i learned a lesson . not good but not bad either. thanx again gdjmsp
pog - If you mean you bought or bid on that set - you didn't do bad. That's the going rate for those sets. It is an original set by the way. If you look carefully you can see the edges of the pliofilm holding the W dime under the other pliofilm holding the P & D sets. But you are correct. The dime can be removed from the set as it is packaged separately. But as long as the dime is still encased in the pliofilm - it is likely genuine.
no i didnt bid on that particular set. i bid on an assortment. there are two 1973 Philadelphia+San Fran sets one 1981 Denver and San Fran set two 1987-Philadelphia sets next is a 1996-Denver mint set. Also included in this lot is 3 silver unc 1971-s dollars original package, no paper and lastly a 3 piece silver San Francisco Bicentennial set in Unc. There are a total of 42 coins. i think this seller had a watcher driving the bid up. as you can see these sets are picked apart. 30.00 is what i won them for. i still think i got caught up in the bidding war. i guess less than a buck a coin isnt bad. not including shipping.
I'm glad someone posted this. The '96 set is dangerous because the dimes were included but they are indeed in their own little blister pack. Many of these have been removed and slabbed, then the sets sold without them. Always ASK if the dime is included with these sets. Many dealers will look the other way, whistle a tune, and never point that out! Nick
received the coins today. no w dime. but they didnt pick the s lincolns out of the 1973 sets. still another disapointing ebay transaction. WARNING: to all new collectors stay away from ebay unless you know exactely what you are looking at, ask the seller questions about what you are buying. i have spent my last penny on ebay junk.
Well pog, sounds as if you have been bitten. Sorry to hear that. While I know some guys who are very reliable on Ebay, for the most part it is buyer beware. Don't let it ruin the hobby for you. One good dealer can make up for it all. Build a good relationship, and you will see how exciting this hobby can get. Nothing like a little inside info.
yeah nd thanks. i have been bitten more than once on ebay. i am an amature when it comes to coins. ialso love them. whetever they are. i guess thats the problem with ebay they just dont look the same unless you see them and with a no return policy well what are you going to do.
Well take a moment to read the fun,fun,joy,joy post. It isn't always the collector that gets burnt. I would highly suggest that no one does business with any dealer that doesn't offer a guarantee or some form of return. All dealers should offer guarantees of original and authentic. All should offer at least 10 day returns no questions asked. I can understand not refunding shipping, but the purchase price should be automatic.
Here, here! It is my belief that if you don't get screwed around with once or twice you never learn to be wary. There is a certain amount of paranoia that accompanies this hobby, and for good reason. Sorry you got burnt, pog, but I know the feeling, and like the song goes, "Once bitten, twice shy'..... Cris
well. i am sure their is good ebay sellers. but i wouldnt say good ebay deals. i guess again, a buck a coin isnt that bad. thank you though
I got burnt on Ebay trying to buy a video game for my kids, but have had decent luck with coins. Don't give up the hobby because of one bad guy. Besides, see if you can return the coins for a refund. Most of the coin sellers are willing to do so to build up positive feedback. Regarding the video game, here was the scam: The seller built up positive feeback for a few months, then went on a selling binge for 2 weeks and stiffed everyone! Ebay will refund my $$$, but with a lot of hassle and a $25 deductible. (I will get $15 on a $40 item -- some protection!!) Definitely buyer beware, but here are some basics you can do to protect yourself: 1. If you can, always pay by credit card, not matter how small the charge. If you get stiffed, you can dispute the charge with you credit card company, and they will have to eat the cost. 2. If you cannot pay by credit card, see if you can get Ebay Buyer Protection through Paypal. This has no deductible, and is better than standard protection (with the $25 deductible). 3. Check all feedback, especially the negatives and neutrals. Neutrals are typically "negative" but were coded neutral to avoid a retalitory neg. Also, some negative feedback are mistakes, or from unreasonable people, so read carefully. Generally you want to see positive feedback above 99.5%, but I have read negs from sellers who were "99.8%" positive that I was not comfortable with. 4. Check how long they have been an e-Bay member --- the longer the member, generally, the more reliable the seller. 5. Don't buy from anyone who does not offer a return privilege. Any reasonable seller will let you return coins (left in original holders provided by the seller) for a refund of at least the purchase price. Don't be afraid to return something if you think it is overgraded or otherwise unsatisfactory to you. Most sellers want their buyers to be satisfied, repeat customers. 6. I am sure I left out numerous other tips that our other forum members have. Please chime in!!!
