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Scooby Due Pillar of the Community United States 4000 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 01:27 am I've never sold a coin before, anytime, anywhere. Not on ebay, here, or even to another collector. I've only traded a few with my local dealer. My question is: If I list a coin here at CCF, is it uncool to just put up "make offer"? What if I have a coin that I don't really want to set a price for up front? I would not put it up for "feelers". If I put it up, it would go to the highest bidder. And if it is ok (or acceptable) to put it up as on offer, what should be the time frame? I wouldn't put it up and leave it for months waiting on a "minimum", otherwise I would just put a price tag on it. But, I also want to give the listing at least some time for some offers. I just want some feedback so that I don't just jump in there and do stupid things. As I've said, I've never sold before. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I would like to hear what both buyers and sellers think. Then I will decide whether or not to venture into the selling arena. As a side note, I would not ask for a paypal gift. I would pay the transaction fees. Report this Post to the Staff

Metalman Pillar of the Community United States 7123 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 01:34 am The rules ask you to place a value on your sale offers here, through experiance we have found that value is in the eye of the holder of the coin and there is much less animosity among the members if they sell their coins for what they believe them to be worth or to sell them below market and below the owners expectations. this also causes the sellers to do a little research and adjust to the market for any particuilar coin,grade, and type. its all about knowledge. and practicing what is known to be true. Report this Post to the Staff
Scooby Due Pillar of the Community United States 4000 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 01:46 am Thank you for the quick reply. That does make a lot of sense to keep peace in the family. I can see where that could be an issue. Report this Post to the Staff
dreamstones Valued Member United States 292 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 08:40 am If you haven't already...take a few minutes and read the rules in the selling forum. They may answer some of your questions there. Still unsure...watch a few of the sales and auctions for a little bit. The best part is that if you want to try it there are no fees involved! If it doesn't sell...no harm, no foul and maybe a lesson learned that there is not enough demand for that coin or price is a little out of whack. The folks here are great and will be happy to answer questions before, during, and after the posting! Report this Post to the Staff
AMFCook Valued Member United States 312 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 10:18 am As a buyer, one thing I dislike is a seller who doesn't list a value of what they think their coin to be worth. I scan craigs list every 3 days(more new ads to look at that way), and find a lot of ads where the seller lists $1.00 or no value in their ad. I don't even bother to read those ads. Report this Post to the Staff
trdhrdr007 Pillar of the Community United States 2335 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 10:40 am If you want offers you have to put it in the auction section. Keep in mind that there is a limited market here. You have to set a starting price you are willing to accept because there is a chance you will only get one bid. Report this Post to the Staff
Scooby Due Pillar of the Community United States 4000 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 12:38 pm Thanks for the feedback. I can see where setting a value is better for both sides. Report this Post to the Staff
Parklane64 Rest in Peace United States 2668 Posts	Posted 03/14/2010 8:17 pm For the record, this is the best dern limited market around. Thanks, Ma and Pa! Report this Post to the Staff
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