[meteorite-list] EBAY SCAM??????

From: Charlie Devine <moonrock25_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Thu Apr 22 10:23:50 2004
Message-ID: <5129-3E7C3E6F-1653_at_storefull-2352.public.lawson.webtv.net>

Tom,
What happens when a meteorite collector discovers ebay? They go
bonkers! I've seen it happen many times. Sometimes they're new to
meteorites, in which case they often overpay. If he's new to
meteorites, he'll eventually find other venues to acquire meteorites. If
they already collect meteorites, and are simply new to ebay, eventually
he'll calm down. Probably not a list member, and no harm is done
writing to this person and inviting him/her to join the list. I've done
so in the past and they're usually grateful to learn the meteorite-list
community exists where they can learn more. You might try this. Just
don't comment on his/her spending habits so as not to be accused of
interfering with an auction.
Best,
Charlie
Received on Sat 22 Mar 2003 05:43:59 AM PST