Got sent proofs

Of course send them back. They are wrong to hassle you, but someone is panicking and likely to get fired over that kind of mistake.

And, of course, do it all through eBay and have them send you a shipping label electronically (personally I'd spot them the box seeing as Amazon so kindly ships me so many).

Legally, yes, you could keep them AFAIK (see article above). Ethically you know it's wrong. And, you will probably never do business with them again (or any of their subsidiaries/partners/friends).

They should of course throw you an extra for your effort too. But, really, how much effort? Download a shipping label, throw the stuff in a box, and have UPS/USPS pick it up at your door. Shoot, they probably need those so badly that they'll send a Fedex or UPS guy over themselves.

Be kind, help them out graciously.

 

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I think there's more that needs to be considered though. The law is one thing...but you need to decide what you think is right as well. Personally, I try and hold myself to a higher level than that. Nothing wrong if you don't, but that's how I try and live my life.

On the more practical side too...do you plan on buying from them again? If you take advantage of a mistake and they know (and clearly they know)...they might prevent you from using them in the future. Just something else to think about it.

 

The ah, ha, resolution........something quite important to think about.

 

I think so. Ethics aside...is this a company you want to continue doing business with is it worth burning a bridge?

I'd personally send them back anyway...but I like to consider long term ramifications too.

 

It could possibly be a perk in ones favor, depending on how large the company is, and how long their remembrance be.

 

Send 'em back on their dime

 

The mistake was probably caused by a new hire who has not only been chewed out but might get charged for the mistake. At any rate, the right thing to do is send them back and sleep sound.

 

Agreed.

 

Why should they have to call you every half hour? If this story is even true, they should not have to ask you more than once to be honest and do the right thing.

 

While I agree with what you are saying...they also shouldn't be harassing the OP for their mistake. Yes, I agree the right thing to do is send them back...but they should not be treating a paying customer like that because they made a mistake.

 

They keep calling him because he has not done what's honest. He stated "i do not feel obligated to send them back". The OP came here to ask us if it's OK to screw the company out of a $1000. What's wrong with this.

 

Nothing. Unless one has a conscience.........I'd send the blasted things back and be forever honored with the thought that 'these fools' got it wrong. I'd revel in in the melody.......

 

Bottom line: Send ‘em back

 

I don’t think it’s right for them to harass someone for their mistake. Honestly (and some would describe me as “ornery”) i would be less likely to help someone out who was harassing me. The buyer is not legally required to do anything.

I just think if they really are harassing the buyer that it hurts their position.

I agree with green. Send them back and smile to yourself because they screwed up and you had to bail them out. That is the right thing to do. That’s what I would do.

 

I think being honest is always best. There is nothing more I hate than people waiting to eagerly take advantage of someone else's mistake. That being said, it shouldn't be any added extra expense to you.

 

Love it when a plan comes together........

 

Great minds...or whatever we have.

 

Ask yourself this. Why do they keep calling him? Maybe they need an answer? He has not answered the calls and plans to keep the coins. There is no harassment.
I don't believe anything the OP has said.

 

It was more believable when it was proofs instead of bullion. Graded 70s instead of bullion is pretty far fetched

 

All I'm saying is deal how your gave..