'Sir, I realize it's been difficult for you to sleep at night without your EX/MT 1977 Topps Tom Seaver, but I swear to you that you'll get it safe and sound.' -CDs Nuts, 1/20/14
I hate to ask this, but does the buyer have any reassurance that the money will actually go to the ALS association (beyond him saying that it will)?
'Sir, I realize it's been difficult for you to sleep at night without your EX/MT 1977 Topps Tom Seaver, but I swear to you that you'll get it safe and sound.' -CDs Nuts, 1/20/14
<< <i>This was the reply I received, ''Payment needs to be made directly to me.'' >>
Sounds like 100% of the payment is bound to go somewhere
From what I can tell, 707 is the DOLLAR STORE compared to deans_cards. For what that guy charges, if I ever bought anything from him I would expect it to be delivered to me in a frickin' limo. ~WalterSobchak
Yeah, pretty darn sure that's an Ebay violation. Charity auctions needs to be run through Ebay Works... which subsequently doesn't charge Paypal fee's and refunds listing fee's anyways.
You can list items for charity without eBay Giving Works if: You're soliciting on behalf of recognized, tax-deductible charitable organizations (for example, 501(c)(3) or equivalent status with the IRS). You receive advance written consent from the charitable organization for the solicitation—and include the following information in your listing: A readable photo or scanned image of the written consent. (This proof can't be a link to a website.) The letter must be on the charity's letterhead and signed by one of the organization's officers The charity's tax-deductibility status Your name or eBay user ID, dates of event or listings, and the donation amount (percentage of the final sale price) you'll be donating if your item sells
Anyone care to ask him for his written consent letter?
<< <i>Yeah, pretty darn sure that's an Ebay violation. Charity auctions needs to be run through Ebay Works... which subsequently doesn't charge Paypal fee's and refunds listing fee's anyways. >>
You are correct. Feel free to click on report item then choose
Listing practices Other listing practices Charity and fundraising
when you choose that last one, it says "The listing offers to give the proceeds to charity, but doesn't follow eBay charity and fundraising policy guidelines."
From what I can tell, 707 is the DOLLAR STORE compared to deans_cards. For what that guy charges, if I ever bought anything from him I would expect it to be delivered to me in a frickin' limo. ~WalterSobchak
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all
<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
<< <i>Good for him. That is a worthy cause. The opening bid is aggressive. I hope the item gets some bids. >>
What do these typically sell for? >>
I believe Steve last had them priced at $700 a while back.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>I believe Steve last had them priced at $700 a while back. >>
$440
edited: to add they were also labeled FASC! >>
All vending boxes wrapped Steve are FASC. At least that is my understanding.
I bet today that price would be a lot closer to $700 with wax boxes now at 2K.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
The last one I know of that sold on eBay was for $762 by Tom at OPC.com (it was my box on consignment). I believe that is the highest realized price to date that I have heard of. Good luck on this sale to the seller as it is for a good cause. The price set is aggressive but so was ours. If you think of vending as being worth around 35-40% of wax, the price is reasonable and obviously has been reached before.
<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap. >>
Don't look at me. I've already been there, done that. >>
Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!!
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!! >>
It had ice in the water. It is not my fault it all melted. It was still cold or I'm a really good actor. >>
Yeah, right Mike. And ALL boxes were ONCE FASC! HAHAHAHAHA
STAY HEALTHY!
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
<< <i>I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
Tim, I won't fault a man for trying to do something good for charity. Good for him. I do think his credibility is completely shot in the eyes of many here until he owns up to and is willing to discuss some of his past questionable actions. Time will tell if he ever is willing to do that, perhaps in other forums.
<< <i>I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
Tim, I won't fault a man for trying to do something good for charity. Good for him. I do think his credibility is completely shot in the eyes of many here until he owns up to and is willing to discuss some of his past questionable actions. Time will tell if he ever is willing to do that, perhaps in other forums. >>
I understand that completely and wouldn't presume to convince you otherwise. But that doesn't negate the fact that this auction is for a good cause and is being coordinated through the proper ebay charity program.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
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-CDs Nuts, 1/20/14
*1956 Topps baseball- 97.4% complete, 7.24 GPA
*Clemente basic set: 85.0% complete, 7.89 GPA
-CDs Nuts, 1/20/14
*1956 Topps baseball- 97.4% complete, 7.24 GPA
*Clemente basic set: 85.0% complete, 7.89 GPA
<< <i>This was the reply I received, ''Payment needs to be made directly to me.'' >>
Sounds like 100% of the payment is bound to go somewhere
~WalterSobchak
Anyone care to ask him for his written consent letter?
<< <i>Yeah, pretty darn sure that's an Ebay violation. Charity auctions needs to be run through Ebay Works... which subsequently doesn't charge Paypal fee's and refunds listing fee's anyways. >>
You are correct. Feel free to click on report item then choose
Listing practices
Other listing practices
Charity and fundraising
when you choose that last one, it says "The listing offers to give the proceeds to charity, but doesn't follow eBay charity and fundraising policy guidelines."
~WalterSobchak
1979 Vending Box
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>The box has now been relisted through the ebay official giving works program, so it is legit.
1979 Vending Box >>
No more free shipping I see....
<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>
<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
<< <i>Good for him. That is a worthy cause. The opening bid is aggressive. I hope the item gets some bids. >>
What do these typically sell for?
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<< <i>Good for him. That is a worthy cause. The opening bid is aggressive. I hope the item gets some bids. >>
What do these typically sell for? >>
I believe Steve last had them priced at $700 a while back.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
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<< <i>What do these typically sell for? >>
<< <i>I believe Steve last had them priced at $700 a while back. >>
$440
edited: to add they were also labeled FASC! >>
All vending boxes wrapped Steve are FASC. At least that is my understanding.
I bet today that price would be a lot closer to $700 with wax boxes now at 2K.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
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<< <i>What do these typically sell for? >>
<< <i>I believe Steve last had them priced at $700 a while back. >>
$440
edited: to add they were also labeled FASC! >>
I don't think he authenticates vending at all unless it's FASC.
<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap.
<< <i>
<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap. >>
Maybe the winner should just keep it in the sealed shipping carton to maintain its value.
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<< <i>why I like to think this is for a great cause and a great gesture I find it suspect that the payment doesn;t go directly to the charity. basically , the seller is selling an item for an overinflated price and getting a large tax deduction by making the donation himself, that is if he makes the donation at all >>
The relisted auction is direct through the Ebay giving works program so payment goes directly to the specified charity in the auction.
I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
yep!
Dodgers collection scans | Brett Butler registry | 1978 Dodgers - straight 9s, homie
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<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap. >>
Don't look at me. I've already been there, done that.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep."
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
Collecting:
Any unopened Baseball cello and rack packs and boxes from the 1970's and early 1980s.
<< <i>
<< <i>
<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap. >>
Don't look at me. I've already been there, done that.
Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!!
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
<< <i>
<< <i>
<< <i>
<< <i>Where's the bucket of ice water? I'm confused >>
The winner has to dunk the vending box in ice water after receiving it. Of course that's after removing the BBCE wrap. >>
Don't look at me. I've already been there, done that.
Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!! >>
It had ice in the water. It is not my fault it all melted. It was still cold or I'm a really good actor.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep."
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
Collecting:
Any unopened Baseball cello and rack packs and boxes from the 1970's and early 1980s.
<< <i>Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!! >>
It had ice in the water. It is not my fault it all melted. It was still cold or I'm a really good actor.
Yeah, right Mike. And ALL boxes were ONCE FASC! HAHAHAHAHA
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
<< <i>
<< <i>
<< <i>Ice water requires ice in the water, Mike, LOL!! >>
It had ice in the water. It is not my fault it all melted. It was still cold or I'm a really good actor.
Yeah, right Mike. And ALL boxes were ONCE FASC! HAHAHAHAHA >>
That is not funny.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep."
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
Collecting:
Any unopened Baseball cello and rack packs and boxes from the 1970's and early 1980s.
<< <i>I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
Tim, I won't fault a man for trying to do something good for charity. Good for him. I do think his credibility is completely shot in the eyes of many here until he owns up to and is willing to discuss some of his past questionable actions. Time will tell if he ever is willing to do that, perhaps in other forums.
<< <i>
<< <i>I have had my differences with Paul over the years, but in this case, I have to give him credit for making a significant contribution to a worthy cause. >>
Tim, I won't fault a man for trying to do something good for charity. Good for him. I do think his credibility is completely shot in the eyes of many here until he owns up to and is willing to discuss some of his past questionable actions. Time will tell if he ever is willing to do that, perhaps in other forums. >>
I understand that completely and wouldn't presume to convince you otherwise. But that doesn't negate the fact that this auction is for a good cause and is being coordinated through the proper ebay charity program.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.