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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Not sure what to ask for wooden string puppet

« on: August 07, 2011, 07:08:39 pm »

Haha. He must be giving that to me for buying him. We'll try feebay and see how he does.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: I AM TICKED OFF !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

« on: August 07, 2011, 07:01:44 pm »

First off your ad is very professional and impressive. In my opinion with a collection like that I would bypass ebay and go straight to an auction house with high rollers. i know they will clip ya for a percent, but with your collection....I think the sky is the limit. Also keep in mind the higher the bidding goes the more ebay will clip ya for. As far as being protected as a seller, there is no such thing. These dreamers and scammers are always messing it up for the real people on feebay.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Favour for a friend

« on: August 07, 2011, 11:55:17 am »

Do you have a pic that captures the entire object?

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Not sure what to ask for wooden string puppet

« on: August 07, 2011, 11:53:21 am »

he is super cute!!  someone will want him 

Yup! They say cute sells

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Not sure what to ask for wooden string puppet

« on: August 07, 2011, 10:40:23 am »

   Don't know much about puppets, but is it made of Wood?  The fabric looks polyester or more of a modern cloth.  This might help to date this.

Indeed it is made of wood. here is a link to the only onfo I could find.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/44729040/vintage-wooden-marionette-clown-puppet

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Antique Questions Forum / Not sure what to ask for wooden string puppet

« on: August 07, 2011, 10:04:59 am »

My wife found this one yesterday. Picked it up for $3.00 I can only find one that sold at the end of 2010, but does not say what it sold for.
This one is made for fairyland international inc. Any help would be great. Thanx

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EBay Forum / Re: Ebay is at it again !! Adding your shipping charges into final value fee !!

« on: August 06, 2011, 06:39:24 pm »

I know this is an ebay discussion but I've unloaded stuff on craigslist for free. Just a thought. You can sell on craigs if done correctly.

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EBay Forum / Re: Question

« on: August 06, 2011, 06:36:04 pm »

I just call them low ballers. Hey at least there bringing attention to your item.

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EBay Forum / Re: How long do you wait?

« on: August 06, 2011, 06:31:05 pm »

I've been selling items on ebay for a couple years now. It's always been hit and miss. I always say in my ads that I need some sort of deposit within 24 hrs of auction end. For some reason I have a nose for those that have no intention of paying. You could always try doing a "buy it now", and require immediate payment along with it. I know you definatley want to be carefull with dealing with certain ebay people. I once had a guy buy one of my classic cars for $8500 and never heard from them. Ya it happens!!!! The sad thing is there's nothing you can do about it. Anyway sorry to hear another one of these stories and good luck.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Victorian green glass bud vase

« on: August 04, 2011, 10:52:56 pm »

     $20.00 seems a fair price to someone who is looking for this bud vase to add to a collection.  I think you may be a bit high if selling on Ebay, but in a brick and morter shop that would be a good price.  These are not rare, but I'm sure it would have a good collector base overall.  I'm still fighting the word "Victorian Glass"  Does not look Vicorian in age or style.  However it is still a wonder raised paint job, and Forest Green Color.  Thanks for posting a really nice item.

Thanx for the evaluation. Of coarse ebay is always hit and miss. I think the important thing is to not get greedy and ask the world for the item and you might have a chance to sell. Make a little and move on to the next. My wife picked it for .50 cents.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Victorian green glass bud vase

« on: August 04, 2011, 10:23:06 pm »

Once again thanx for the info. After reading all the comments I would think $20 would be a fair price to ask. Let me know if you think I'm off. Thanx

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Victorian green glass bud vase

« on: August 04, 2011, 12:21:26 pm »

Wow!!!! What a response!!!! I guess I came to the right place. I'm extremely greatful for the help.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Victorian green glass bud vase

« on: August 04, 2011, 12:13:22 pm »

Yes the label is a sticker. As far as the originality of the painting on it I have no idea.

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Antique Questions Forum / Victorian green glass bud vase

« on: August 04, 2011, 12:02:09 pm »

Hi. I'm a brand new member. My wife and I are yard sale junkies lol. We've had this vase for a while and we can't find another one like anywhere. I'm hoping that someone on here may be able to help with value of it. It says it's Seyei victorian glass with gold trim and hand painted flowers. Any help would be greatly appreciated. thankyou.