Using ChatGPT to write Ebay Auction Descriptions

tyler267

First description Written by ChatGPT for a regular ebay auction. Unedited not perfect but pretty good.

Second Description I asked ChatGPT to pretend to be a Pirate and rewrite the description.

This is going to make writing descriptions and lots of other things super easy. Took a couple of minute total, including asking ChatGPT for clarifications and updates several times.

Title: Rare PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar Original with Light Toning - Exceptional Coin!

Description:
Up for auction is a rare PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar Original with light toning - a truly exceptional coin! This coin has been graded by PCGS with a PR65 certification, which indicates a proof quality with sharp details, mirror-like fields, and minimal blemishes.

Proof coins are struck using a special process that results in a highly polished blank, or planchet, which is then struck multiple times with specially prepared dies. This process results in coins with crisp, sharp details and mirror-like surfaces. The design of this coin, created by George T. Morgan, features Lady Liberty on the obverse and a majestic eagle on the reverse, both expertly crafted with intricate details. The light toning on this coin is a beautiful addition, adding depth and character to the already stunning design.

This PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar Original with light toning is an exceptional coin with original surfaces. The proof mintage of this coin was only 813, struck at the Philadelphia Mint. These coins were sold to collectors and dealers by the Mint through a subscription service, making them highly sought-after and rare today. According to the PCGS and NGC population reports, there are currently only 64 coins graded in PR65 condition by PCGS, and 45 by NGC, with an even smaller number featuring original toning.

The Morgan Dollar is a highly popular series among collectors, thanks to its unique history and stunning design. The coin was minted from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921, and features Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The Morgan Dollar is one of the most collected series of U.S. coins, with many collectors striving to obtain a complete set. Its popularity is due in part to its historical significance - it was minted during a time of great growth and change in the United States, and is associated with the Wild West and the mining boom of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

This PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar is an original coin, making it an even more unique addition to any collection. Its rarity, exceptional condition, original surfaces, and association with the talented designer George T. Morgan make it a great addition to any coin collection.

Don't miss your chance to own this stunning PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar Original with light toning. Bid now and add this exceptional coin to your collection!

Pirate Version:

Ahoy there, ye scallywags! Listen up, or ye'll walk the plank! We've got a real treasure here, a PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar Original with light tonin' that'll make ye weak in the knees!

This be a proof coin, crafted by none other than the legendary George T. Morgan, and struck usin' a special process that makes it shine brighter than the sun. The design features a fearsome eagle on the back, and a Lady Liberty with a gaze that'll stop ye dead in yer tracks.

This PCGS PR65 1901 Dollar be a true rarity, with original surfaces and a light tonin' that'll make ye think ye've seen a ghost ship. The proof mintage of this beauty was a mere 813, struck at the Philly Mint, and they were sold to collectors and dealers through some fancy subscription service. Nowadays, they're a rare sight to behold, with only 64 of 'em graded PR65 by PCGS, and 45 by NGC, and even fewer with the original tonin'.

But ye know what? We don't care about all that. We care about the fact that this be a real treasure, fit for a pirate king. The Morgan Dollar be a popular piece o' loot among collectors, and this one be the crown jewel. So make yer bid, ye landlubbers, or face the consequences. If ye don't make this coin part of yer booty, we'll make sure ye walk the plank and feed the sharks!

jessewvu

what, exactly, did you ask it to write? What was your prompt?

Project Numismatics

I played around with ChatGPT for the first time this weekend. It gave decent responses to coin questions like, “How are coins graded?” But this info can also be found quickly in a google search.

The description above works for non-collectors but it’s nowhere near the quality of a description by a professional in an auction catalogue. Until AI can look at a coin image and describe why it graded a certain way, I think it will have limited use for this purpose.

FlyingAl

First, do you have a picture of the coin (provided there is an actual Proof 1901 Morgan you have)? The description is good for historical details, but it doesn't build a picture in my mind.

And second, I'd also like to what your prompt was.

TomB

At this time it appears AI is quite likely to add fictitious tidbits as facts, so everything you might want to retrieve from such a program would have to be vetted on your own to confirm it isn't fabricated by the program.

FlyingAl

@TomB said:
At this time it appears AI is quite likely to add fictitious tidbits as facts, so everything you might want to retrieve from such a program would have to be vetted on your own to confirm it isn't fabricated by the program.

Yes, this is true.

Looking at the description, the statement that "Proof coins are struck using a special process that results in a highly polished blank, or planchet, which is then struck multiple times with specially prepared dies" is correct for proofs today, but it is factually incorrect for a Proof Morgan, which were struck only once on a hydraulic press.

tyler267

@TomB said:
At this time it appears AI is quite likely to add fictitious tidbits as facts, so everything you might want to retrieve from such a program would have to be vetted on your own to confirm it isn't fabricated by the program.

Definitely need to vet the info. I am using this at work but am going to limit who on my staff can use it. It's in its infancy and is only going to get better.

tyler267

The original prompt was " write a ebay auction description for a pcgs pr65 1901 dollar original surfaces attractive light toning" later prompts I asked to add mintage and pops and what is a proof coin and popularity of collecting Morgan dollars. I also asked it to remove a statement about what great investment potential this coin has. I do own this coin it's in the bank not for sale and I dont have a picture. The whole process took a couple of minutes. I think the Jeanie is out of the bottle.

Lakesammman

Try "1901 Morgan PCGS PR65 widget Laura Sperber" - would love to see the results.

tyler267

@Lakesammman said:
Try "1901 Morgan PCGS PR65 widget Laura Sperber" - would love to see the results.

Chatght won't give any info on individuals unless in a historical context, it cites privacy concerns. If you want to play with it you can get a free account on thier website.

jesbroken

I dread the day AI takes over coin grading, when possible. In a relatively short period of time, accredited numismatists will disappear. Even to ID counterfeits, would be a disruption in the natural order of the hobby. What if you disagree, who do you offer your opinion to and what if AI disagrees with your opinion, will their be someone human over them to see their credibility. JMO but I feel a wrong path, especially with no power plug.
Jim

tyler267

@jesbroken said:
I dread the day AI takes over coin grading, when possible. In a relatively short period of time, accredited numismatists will disappear. Even to ID counterfeits, would be a disruption in the natural order of the hobby. What if you disagree, who do you offer your opinion to and what if AI disagrees with your opinion, will their be someone human over them to see their credibility. JMO but I feel a wrong path, especially with no power plug.
Jim

Yep, if this really takes off changes won't just be limited to coins. Kinda scary.

jmlanzaf

The Amish hate AI.

dunkleosteus430

I've asked this AI to write me several essays about coins (just for fun.) It's usually pretty accurate, but not when you ask it about obscure topics. For example, one time I asked it to write me an essay about judd-1776. It said something like, "Judd-1776 is a unique American dollar coin named after William Judd, who signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It features Benjamin Franklin's portrait facing left, with the date 1976, struck to commemorate the bicentennial of the United States' Independence. The reverse features Independence Hall with the inscription 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'ONE DOLLAR.' Only 1,836 of these coins were struck, meaning it is highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts alike. In conclusion, the Judd-1776 coin is an American dollar coin named after William Judd struck for the bicentennial of the independence of the United States." It writes me something different every time I ask it.

lilolme

If interested in how this AI works, then this interview (32 minutes) with an expert in this field is worth a watch.

Interview states - They don't know how it is working or doing what it is doing! (8+ min mark)

The AI is given data and then processes/crunches it, compresses and links it together, then the data is removed and contained within its own black box. (5 min mark)

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