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Discussion - Member to Member Sales - Research Center
I am finding sellers that misidentify stamps more and more. On Ebay, Hip Stamps, and various others.
Today I found a seller that been a member seller on Ebay that's been selling since 1997, that's more than 25 years.
The seller has 132 items for sale, of which 30 are revenues stamps.
Six lots of the revenues were misidentifed!
One lot every thing (54 stamps) all misdentified, lots was described as 1914-1915 stamps, none of which were issued during that time period.
Now I'm not an expert, I'm only an old shade tree stamps collector, and I know everybody makes mistakes me to.
Some members of SOR have stated they count on the sellers to ID stamps they want to buy!
What out SOR members!
This is just my thinking and my thoughts about this problem.
I've always thought as a buyer it was my responsiblity to know what I'm buying!
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02:16:16pm
"Some members of SOR have stated they count on the sellers to ID stamps they want to buy!
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I usually check the stamps I buy when they arrive and have run into almost no problems. I have a local dealer that my wife and I started buying on approval from his father in the early 1970's. I still buy from him and his son and trust them to make few, if any, mistakes. I usually only buy expensive material from people I trust and have had very good luck. I tend to stick with the same group of dealers. I know a lot of stamps out there are mot IDed properly but if we stick with people who accept returns and ones that we have dealt with for a while the number of problems is quite small. And if a seller makes a mistake we have to approach the situation in a pleasant way. All of this is just my humble opinion!!
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When expensive U.S. stamps are needed, I prefer to buy those with a certificate from recognized experts at PF, PSE, or PSAG. I don't chase the grading rabbit, but will take it if it comes.
I will only buy expensive uncertified stamps if the seller agrees to cover the full cost, including shipping, for any negative certificate that might come back, as well as return my purchase price. I contact the seller in advance to ascertain this.
Remember that COPIES of certificates are NOT VALID. You'll see these occasionally when a certified multiple (plate block, strip, block) is broken up for sale as individual stamps.
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1899.....your post confuses me (not uncommon these days). I've read your post a couple times and am not totally sure what you asking....assuming you are asking. ie...."what out SOR members".
As a seller, my biggest worries are:
1) Misidentifying stamps
2) Not mentioning faults in the description
So far, these have few and far between (knock on wood). But, if it does the seller should refund all, including return postage.
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I did not ask a question!
Pointing out problems with sellers!
This should have been "watch out SOR members".
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I certainly hope you aren't generalizing re: sellers. I rather doubt the % of mis ID'd stamps sold is very high at all.
Sometimes, it's an honest mistake. I've seen a few while browsing and notifies the seller. I would hope to get the same treatment.
In your response it sorta felt like you were yelling.
Chill out...it's a new year.
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1899 -
Do you have any POSITIVE things to say regarding sellers?
Or do you prefer to dwell on just the negative....
For every "bad" seller, there are 10 good ones.
Not all are 'out to get ya'.
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I've been lucky for the most parts I've dealth with good dealers. I worked for 2 dealers many years ago, as I would ID the W/F Heads 1908-1921 stamps.
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12:01:30pm
In most cases I try to stick with dealers I know but every once in a while you have to be adventurous and try someone new! It's always a good idea if the seller takes returns but even if they don't after you've bought from them a few times that can change. It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!
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Sorry to hear you say about yourself "It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!"!
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12:14:57pm
"Sorry to hear you say about yourself "It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!"!"
You know that I was not referring to myself. The last time you were a member as either 1898 or Camel (briefly) I decided to stay away from any of your posts and I think I'll do the same now! Have a great New Year David!
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Misidentified stamps frequently appear on ebay. This is mildly irritating, but many sellers are not well informed and it's something we should expect. It's also an opportunity. Occasionally I find something I need for my collection but that usually sells for more than I want to pay. Misidentified auction lots sometimes allow me to acquire an item for far less than usual.
If I have no interest in the offering I usually contact the seller, identifying his item and pointing to the sell-it-now 'button' for price guidance. Seeing a common German inflation era stamp that sells for pennies offered for hundreds or even thousands of dollars is a bit humorous, but is a good time to help out a clueless seller.
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I hope I'm using the correct "Topic Area" if not sorry.
I am finding sellers that misidentify stamps more and more. On Ebay, Hip Stamps, and various others.
Today I found a seller that been a member seller on Ebay that's been selling since 1997, that's more than 25 years.
The seller has 132 items for sale, of which 30 are revenues stamps.
Six lots of the revenues were misidentifed!
One lot every thing (54 stamps) all misdentified, lots was described as 1914-1915 stamps, none of which were issued during that time period.
Now I'm not an expert, I'm only an old shade tree stamps collector, and I know everybody makes mistakes me to.
Some members of SOR have stated they count on the sellers to ID stamps they want to buy!
What out SOR members!
This is just my thinking and my thoughts about this problem.
I've always thought as a buyer it was my responsiblity to know what I'm buying!
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02 Jan 2025
02:16:16pm
re: Sellers
"Some members of SOR have stated they count on the sellers to ID stamps they want to buy!
"
I usually check the stamps I buy when they arrive and have run into almost no problems. I have a local dealer that my wife and I started buying on approval from his father in the early 1970's. I still buy from him and his son and trust them to make few, if any, mistakes. I usually only buy expensive material from people I trust and have had very good luck. I tend to stick with the same group of dealers. I know a lot of stamps out there are mot IDed properly but if we stick with people who accept returns and ones that we have dealt with for a while the number of problems is quite small. And if a seller makes a mistake we have to approach the situation in a pleasant way. All of this is just my humble opinion!!
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03:51:59pm
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When expensive U.S. stamps are needed, I prefer to buy those with a certificate from recognized experts at PF, PSE, or PSAG. I don't chase the grading rabbit, but will take it if it comes.
I will only buy expensive uncertified stamps if the seller agrees to cover the full cost, including shipping, for any negative certificate that might come back, as well as return my purchase price. I contact the seller in advance to ascertain this.
Remember that COPIES of certificates are NOT VALID. You'll see these occasionally when a certified multiple (plate block, strip, block) is broken up for sale as individual stamps.
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1899.....your post confuses me (not uncommon these days). I've read your post a couple times and am not totally sure what you asking....assuming you are asking. ie...."what out SOR members".
As a seller, my biggest worries are:
1) Misidentifying stamps
2) Not mentioning faults in the description
So far, these have few and far between (knock on wood). But, if it does the seller should refund all, including return postage.
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re: Sellers
One finger typing is not fun.
I did not ask a question!
Pointing out problems with sellers!
This should have been "watch out SOR members".
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re: Sellers
I certainly hope you aren't generalizing re: sellers. I rather doubt the % of mis ID'd stamps sold is very high at all.
Sometimes, it's an honest mistake. I've seen a few while browsing and notifies the seller. I would hope to get the same treatment.
In your response it sorta felt like you were yelling.
Chill out...it's a new year.
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re: Sellers
1899 -
Do you have any POSITIVE things to say regarding sellers?
Or do you prefer to dwell on just the negative....
For every "bad" seller, there are 10 good ones.
Not all are 'out to get ya'.
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I've been lucky for the most parts I've dealth with good dealers. I worked for 2 dealers many years ago, as I would ID the W/F Heads 1908-1921 stamps.
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04 Jan 2025
12:01:30pm
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In most cases I try to stick with dealers I know but every once in a while you have to be adventurous and try someone new! It's always a good idea if the seller takes returns but even if they don't after you've bought from them a few times that can change. It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!
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Sorry to hear you say about yourself "It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!"!
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This is my diabetic cat OBI! I think, therefore I am - I think! Descartes, sort of!
04 Jan 2025
12:14:57pm
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"Sorry to hear you say about yourself "It's not much fun going through life trusting no one!"!"
You know that I was not referring to myself. The last time you were a member as either 1898 or Camel (briefly) I decided to stay away from any of your posts and I think I'll do the same now! Have a great New Year David!
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Misidentified stamps frequently appear on ebay. This is mildly irritating, but many sellers are not well informed and it's something we should expect. It's also an opportunity. Occasionally I find something I need for my collection but that usually sells for more than I want to pay. Misidentified auction lots sometimes allow me to acquire an item for far less than usual.
If I have no interest in the offering I usually contact the seller, identifying his item and pointing to the sell-it-now 'button' for price guidance. Seeing a common German inflation era stamp that sells for pennies offered for hundreds or even thousands of dollars is a bit humorous, but is a good time to help out a clueless seller.
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