Funny e-bay auction

coolest · February 20, 2009 4:57AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/First-ever-1983-quarter_W0QQitemZ280312280455QQihZ018QQcategoryZ39463QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I often see outrageous auctions of ebay but the funniest ones I like to share with you, as I always enjoy when others find and point-put crazy auctions

intence · February 20, 2009 4:59AM

haha wtf. seller seems to be new so buyer beware

Billet7 · February 20, 2009 5:00AM

WHAT? He could at least try to sell it for $20 or so. The seller would still make a killing and someone would actually consider it...if he is an idiot.

breakintheweb · February 20, 2009 5:03AM

How about this one

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mint-State-1793-Large-Cent-w-Previously-Unknown-Rev_W0QQitemZ140302826391QQihZ004QQcategoryZ11946QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Russ · February 20, 2009 5:04AM

I clicked your link and nothing happened.

Russ, NCNE

UtahCoin · February 20, 2009 5:09AM

<< How about this one

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mint-State-1793-Large-Cent-w-Previously-Unknown-Rev_W0QQitemZ140302826391QQihZ004QQcategoryZ11946QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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rgCoinGuy · February 20, 2009 5:09AM

<< How about this one

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mint-State-1793-Large-Cent-w-Previously-Unknown-Rev_W0QQitemZ140302826391QQihZ004QQcategoryZ11946QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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This is a member here.

Edited to add, I guess this member is faster than I.

UtahCoin · February 20, 2009 5:11AM

<< http://cgi.ebay.com/First-ever-1983-quarter_W0QQitemZ280312280455QQihZ018QQcategoryZ39463QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I often see outrageous auctions of ebay but the funniest ones I like to share with you, as I always enjoy when others find and point-put crazy auctions >>

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Bajajim · February 20, 2009 5:12AM

<< I clicked your link and nothing happened.

Russ, NCNE >>

It worked for me Russ. Maybe you copied the happy face as well

tjkillian · February 20, 2009 5:14AM

The second coin is cool indeed. The quality of the obverse is quite stunning. What would it be like if someone who could make the obverse, made a whole coin?

Russ · February 20, 2009 5:20AM

<< read the reverse it's obviously some membership token or advertising promo Its not a real 1793. >>

Gee, ya think?

Russ, NCNE

fugnchill · February 20, 2009 10:50AM

In the OP link, did you check the sellers other items? There all the first ever. I guess their the first ever... that he has listed on ebay.

Lestrrr

Loki · February 20, 2009 11:33AM

Maybe I'll take whatever is left out of my 401-k and pluck it down for this beauty! At least I will get something for my retirement.

doh · February 20, 2009 11:39AM

I don't get that the forum member listed the "1793 Cent." Obviously it's a joke, but he's just asking for trouble.

chaze215 · February 20, 2009 11:44AM

I loved this quote:

"I must stress that due to the unique nature of this item, the buyer should arrange secure transportation of this coin. I would suggest armored car transportation. While this is expensive, the overall value of this piece demands this level of protection."

ChrisRx · February 20, 2009 12:14PM

The Q & A's are even funnier!

"Q: Awesome! Is this the special ultra rare version where you can see slight traces of hair gel in Liberty's hair? I got to get some of my stimulus to buy this coin! Prezident Obama... give me some hope(stimulus) so I can get some Change! (this item.) Feb-20-09
A: As the only know example, this would be an R-8. I strongly suggest potential buyers to utilize any and all means to contact the White House to secure your fair share of the stimulus package. Thank you for your interest.
Q: If I can't afford an armored car, can I still bid? Feb-20-09
A: Yes you can. However, you must assume all risk if the coin is mailed. I strongly suggest you contact President Obama and see about getting some of the stimulus money. That way you can afford the coin and any expenses incurred while transporting it.
Q: That is the best 1793 cent I've ever seen! What MONSTER TONING! You should try to attract more attention to your auction. Maybe put L@@K!!!! in your auction title or something. I'm seriously gonna think about sniping this baby for a million dollars! Feb-20-09
A: Sadly, once a bid is placed one cannot change the title. You are correct in that I should have used text like; L@@K, W@W, and lots of exclamation marks. My research has shown that many of the more honest and successful eBay sellers use these to attract buyers.
Q: read the reverse it's obviously some membership token or advertising promo Its not a real 1793. Wish it was. Feb-20-09
A: Thank you for your insight on this exceedingly rare coin. It is truly amazing that in 1793 the U.S. Government knew that in the future a coin club would be established in a state that had not yet been created. It smells of a government conspiracy to me.
Q: This is not a coin. It is a token created by or for the Forth Worth Coin Club. According to the reverse of the token, the club was created in 1954, so it can't be older than 55 years. But also the reverse gives the web address for the club, which means that the token is likely only a few years old. It is not a mint product and certainly has nothing to do with someone living next to the mint in 1793. I thought you should know so that you can revise your listing. I know that you wouldn't want to mislead anyone. Tom Feb-20-09
A: WOW! It is amazing that the Mint in 1793 was prophetic enough to for see the eventual forming of a coin club in a state which did not exist at the time. This is further evidence of the founding of our country being a Divinely inspired occurrence."

LotsoLuck · February 20, 2009 12:27PM

Coin humor at its best

northcoin · February 20, 2009 12:29PM

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<< How about this one

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mint-State-1793-Large-Cent-w-Previously-Unknown-Rev_W0QQitemZ140302826391QQihZ004QQcategoryZ11946QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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Is that your auction Utah? If it isn't, I'll bet you know whose it is. (Does Rust still have his coin shops in SLC and Provo?)

Funny e-bay auction

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