I actually made a jackpot off a mystery lot!!!

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:21PM

So I got some really nice coins from this mystery lot....... I got over 2 ounces of silver. Also, I received a 1963-P Franklin thats at least PF 66 (don't know price tag on that) I got some wheat cents that were uncirculated (red cents????) I received some other silver proof coins. Including 2 silver dimes that are at leas MS 65 or better...... Plus I received some very nice mercurys with toning. Thats just the highlights!! I think I hit the jackpot this time!!! Let me know of your opinons!!!

-Brent

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 12:26PM

How much did you spend?

PS - I hate to see YNs falling for the "Mystery Lot" scam. Glad to hear that you are happy with it though

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:28PM

<< How much did you spend?

PS - I hate to see YNs falling for the "Mystery Lot" scam. Glad to hear that you are happy with it though

>>

$38....... shipping and insurance included

DMWJR · August 25, 2006 12:28PM

Ignore Fletcher. He is an idiot.

Detail the mystery lot here, and we will tell you whether you are a collector or an investor.

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 12:29PM

<< $38....... shipping and insurance included >>

Then ... NICE SCORE! Just don't do it again

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 12:29PM

<< Ignore Fletcher. He is an idiot. >>

Why be such a Richard? Do you recommend mystery lots?

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:30PM

seems like we have some bitter rivals here!

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 12:31PM

<< seems like we have some bitter rivals here! >>

I have no idea who that jackhole is ... but apparently he thinks mystery lots are a good idea for YNs

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:33PM

<< 

<< seems like we have some bitter rivals here! >>

I have no idea who that jackhole is ... but apparently he thinks mystery lots are a good idea for YNs

>>

this time the gamble payed off

DMWJR · August 25, 2006 12:33PM

<< 

<< seems like we have some bitter rivals here! >>

I have no idea who that jackhole is

>>

I don't have to prove anything here. YOU are the one who is the proven jackass.

I just don't want a a newbie listening to your drivel.

AceK · August 25, 2006 12:33PM

That's pretty cool. I have to admit, the idea of sorting through a true "mystery" lot does hold a certain appeal. Of course, any purchase made on eBay involves some degree of mystery until the coin is actually in hand. Glad you're happy with your purchase.

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:34PM

<< 

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<< seems like we have some bitter rivals here! >>

I have no idea who that jackhole is

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I don't have to prove anything here. YOU are the one who is the proven jackass.

I just don't want a a newbie listening to your drivel. >>

newbie??? I have over a 1100 post

!! I'm not THAT new lol!

DMWJR · August 25, 2006 12:36PM

Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard?

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:40PM

<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

I'm not a retard!!! I'm not new!!! someone needs to get facts straight!!! Mystery lots can pay off sometimes!

DMWJR · August 25, 2006 12:42PM

<< 

<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

I'm not a retard!!! I'm not new!!! someone needs to get facts straight!!! Mystery lots can pay off sometimes! >>

Keep living that dream brother. You won't get much support here. You would have better odds at a casino.

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 12:43PM

<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

Nice ... another ass on the forum. Your brilliant insight is inspirational

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:46PM

<< 

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<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

I'm not a retard!!! I'm not new!!! someone needs to get facts straight!!! Mystery lots can pay off sometimes! >>

Keep living that dream brother. You won't get much support here. You would have better odds at a casino. >>

haha!!! I know what gambling is all about. Try playing poker for money every day!

ormandh · August 25, 2006 12:46PM

Do not waste your money on mystery lots. Nine times out of a million will you benefit. Whether you are a newbie or someone who likes to gamble it is a bad deal. You would be better off spending your money on a coin that you really want. Never expect something for nothing, because most everytime it is not going to happen. Or learn on your own!

Sometimes you have to go to school to learn. -Dan

DMWJR · August 25, 2006 12:49PM

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<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

I'm not a retard!!! I'm not new!!! someone needs to get facts straight!!! Mystery lots can pay off sometimes! >>

Keep living that dream brother. You won't get much support here. You would have better odds at a casino. >>

haha!!! I know what gambling is all about. Try playing poker for money every day! >>

I've actually been banned from the casinos I have been to. Throw your money away if you want t. It won't cost me anything. Just please pay Fletcher for his brilliant advice.

ormandh · August 25, 2006 12:50PM

haha!!! I know what gambling is all about. Try playing poker for money every day! >>

I do not remember seeing you on any of the shows on the television.

a039 · August 25, 2006 12:50PM

<< 

<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

Nice ... another ass on the forum. Your brilliant insight is inspirational

>>

Your right fletcher, you are the ambassador of everything right here and on ebay!

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coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:51PM

<< haha!!! I know what gambling is all about. Try playing poker for money every day! >>

I do not remember seeing you on any of the shows on the television.

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not 21!!!

coinandcurrency242 · August 25, 2006 12:52PM

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<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

I'm not a retard!!! I'm not new!!! someone needs to get facts straight!!! Mystery lots can pay off sometimes! >>

Keep living that dream brother. You won't get much support here. You would have better odds at a casino. >>

haha!!! I know what gambling is all about. Try playing poker for money every day! >>

I've actually been banned from the casinos I have been to. Throw your money away if you want t. It won't cost me anything. Just please pay Fletcher for his brilliant advice. >>

you've been banned? that tells me alot about *something* right their!!!

BlindedByEgo · August 25, 2006 12:56PM

OK, guys - take it to the OF

Meanwhile, nice score! Although I do agree that Ebay mystery lots are a losing gamble in the long run.

Wasn't always so, but there are just too many "Richards" out there these days.

And I know that the OP knows how I feel already

Bochiman · August 25, 2006 1:00PM

One can be banned from a casino for card counting. Really good gamblers can card count. Really great ones don't get caught

Shouldn't ASSume (ie....say that "tells you something right there").

Mystery lots usually suck. If you would take the money and throw it away, and you are a neophyte collector, then go for it. They can be fun.
However, don't presume to think you got something great. can you accurately grade the coins, or are you treating as bullion (you stated the "haul" in ounces of silver...only mentioned merc that are toned and a proof).
Are the mercs AT or ED? Or, NT?
What would they grade? I don't see a lot of "toned" circ ones, unless someone was practicing.....

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 1:45PM

<< Try playing poker for money every day! >>

Lol ... I was playing poker at the Oaks in Oakland all day. Made $300

Don't tell my wife!

AceK · August 25, 2006 1:54PM

You two should be ashamed of yourself for hijacking the YN's thread. Please, take your childishness somewhere else.

ellewood · August 25, 2006 1:55PM

HEY FLETCHER...

WE NEED MORE COWBELL.

That icon is a brilliant masterpiece. Will Farrell outta be on a coin some day.

Fletcher · August 25, 2006 2:00PM

<< You two should be ashamed of yourself for hijacking the YN's thread. Please, take your childishness somewhere else. >>

Ummm ... yeah. Please reread the thread before you judge

lava · August 25, 2006 2:08PM

With all the con artists out there, and they are out there, it is easy to see why the general consensus is that mystery lots are for suckers. I fall into that camp.

RedTiger · August 25, 2006 4:54PM

So I got some really nice coins from this mystery lot....... I got over 2 ounces of silver. Also, I received a 1963-P Franklin thats at least PF 66 (don't know price tag on that) I got some wheat cents that were uncirculated (red cents????) I received some other silver proof coins. Including 2 silver dimes that are at leas MS 65 or better...... Plus I received some very nice mercurys with toning. Thats just the highlights!! I think I hit the jackpot this time!!! Let me know of your opinons!!!

I seem to be missing something, two ounces of silver for $38 doesn't sound like the deal of the century to me. A common Franklin half in PF66 isn't particularly valuable. Even certified they can be bought for $15, if raw for $7. An entire 1963 proof set is usually less than $15 unless the Franklin is lock cameo. Red wheats can be had for $1 or $2. Raw Mercs unless MS66+ for $5. Sounds like at the upper end $50 in retail value of coins, for $38 (plus shipping?). I would not exactly call this a "jackpot" when the wholesale value is probably closer to $30. If sold retail, the coins would probably net about the same $38 that was paid after deducting fees.

Mystery lots can be fun as gifts, but most collectors usually do much better shopping for what they want. Some mystery lot buyers get the shaft like the other recent thread where someone paid $17 for $4 retail value of coins in mystery lots.

pontiacinf · August 25, 2006 9:20PM

wouldnt a 63-P franklin be MS and not PF?

ksteelheader · August 25, 2006 9:52PM

<< Hey you are new enough to be buying mystery lots. Are you new or just a frickin retard? >>

Uncalled for Bullchit!

MadMarty · August 25, 2006 9:56PM

This thead is worthless without pics...

ksteelheader · August 25, 2006 11:30PM

PerryHall · August 26, 2006 12:00AM

<< Ignore Fletcher. He is an idiot. >>

Doug---Please get back on your meds.

itsnotjustme · August 26, 2006 12:07AM

Mystery lots are only a mystery to the buyer.... not the seller.

Pont, 63-P Franky could be PR or MS.... through PR66 is low end and carries no premium.

roadrunner · August 26, 2006 12:10AM

Mystery lots are for gamblers. The majority of gamblers lose because that's the way the house sets it up. For every person that wins on a mystery lot, the other 90% lose. And the wins on these are far and few between. Now if there are some uncatalogued lots and the seller is a newbie there is a better chance to score. Those do happen, and the scores can be amazing. But for a steady seller of mystery lots? Avoid them as there is essentially zero chance to gain. The casino has far better odds (close to 50-50 on some games).

roadrunner

mcheath · August 26, 2006 2:08AM

how does the yn play poker for money every day?

HighRelief · August 26, 2006 2:18AM

<< Your right fletcher, you are the ambassador of everything right here and on ebay! >>

All this time I thought it was his holyness SaintGuru who was the ambassador

mfcobra · August 26, 2006 5:03AM

<< WE NEED MORE COWBELL. >>

Yeah Fletcher, you defintley have 1 of my favorite icons ever! Makes me laugh everytime!

Go hank the tank!

pontiacinf · August 26, 2006 8:53AM

<< 

<< Your right fletcher, you are the ambassador of everything right here and on ebay! >>

All this time I thought it was his holyness SaintGuru who was the ambassador

>>

even after that sharpton / brawley fiasco?

I actually made a jackpot off a mystery lot!!!

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