Question to the big Ebay sellers:

USMC_6115

What's the best way to sell a bunch of low value coins. I have about 50 uncirculated IKEs that I want to put on Ebay. Would you do it as a lot, or individually. I guess I'm looking for the most cost effective method. Thanks...

nankraut

If time/effort is not a big concern, sell them individually. You'll get more money overall. But, there's a lot of work in sending invoices, packaging, mailing, returning, answering emails, followup, etc. etc. The EASIEST way is to sell the whole bunch in one lot. Take your pick.

nankraut

Russ

Spend them, they're just Ikes.

Russ, NCNE

hockeyman1717

Well, i have nothing better to do with my time so when i had some i listed them individually at a low price and charged a high shipping rate, nobody complained and i made more money then i would have if i listed in a dutch auction.

route66

Nobody complained about high shipping rate??????????? That's unusual. JMHO Steve

hockeyman1717

Ya, i figured they would too, butall positive feedback saying how great a deal it was

BigD5

Ebay takes a big chunk, percentage wise, on low value items. You should try the BS&T board first, no fees there, and I've always had good luck with small (3 coin?) lots, for inexpensive items. Maybe offer P&D mint combo's, or something creative like that.
It probably depends on how much the emails, packaging, post office trips etc.. cut into your day, and if that would turn into a hassle or not.
Good luck, and be sure to post a link on the BS&T if you end up just tossing them on the bay of E

USMC_6115

Thanks for the great ideas everyone. I think I will sell them in groups. I'll try the BST forum first just as soon as I get the chance to figure out what I have. It's unbelievable how fast these accumilate when you're searching for gems....And I've yet to find one