eBay and Other On-Line Dreamers - A Photo Lot Compendium

[gregbear61]

That's where the dreamer money is atm. It's like a contagion since one joker listed some used common KGVI definitive on eBay months ago and now everyone finds they have one in the old school-boy album which they expect $10k for once they list it. .

I used to do an ebay search by highest value first, but now all you get is dreamer dross from that search.

[RedKiwi]

Someone is about to purchase this gem on eBay:

There are a few other genuine stamps in the lot, but if they're hoping the above in genuine they're in for disappointment

Here's the link:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/266237025839?hash=item3dfcf69e2f:g: ... R9iT0OD-YQ

[norvic]

Someone is about to purchase this gem on eBay:



There are a few other genuine stamps in the lot, but if they're hoping the above in genuine they're in for disappointment

Please post the link and the user name with the image so that it is searchable

[RedKiwi]

Someone is about to purchase this gem on eBay:



There are a few other genuine stamps in the lot, but if they're hoping the above in genuine they're in for disappointment

Please post the link and the user name with the image so that it is searchable

Added to my original post above

[norvic]

Thank you.

[RedKiwi]

And, to be fair to the seller, they say in the description that they have doubts about that Chalon.

[deltic1575]

Someone has just bid £633 for a modern reproduction of GB £5 orange telegraph stamp. The seller states "WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET IF ONE STAMP IN PICTURED THAT IS WHAT YOU GET I do not own a catalog or a watermark tool or even a perf gauge I make no claims to the identity of any stamp just an occasional scott number other than the country the stamp is from"

[GB1840]

Someone has just bid £633 for a modern reproduction of GB £5 orange telegraph stamp. The seller states "WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET IF ONE STAMP IN PICTURED THAT IS WHAT YOU GET I do not own a catalog or a watermark tool or even a perf gauge I make no claims to the identity of any stamp just an occasional scott number other than the country the stamp is from"

Here is the original listing which has ended.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/QV-TELEGRAPHS-High-Value-5-Orange-Superb-1881-/354753626368

[ebay]

DAMN !!!! and out of the 12 bidders 4 bid OVER £400 !!!!

Never a good sign when they say "Found in inheritance album"

I'll have to keep my eye on this to see if the buyer leaves positive feedback

[Spartacus]

Did the buyer not realize that this is a modern reproduction?
Viewing the back does not even have any sign of the watermark these stamps ought to have.
£633,00 for a reproduction?. The seller is smiling all the way to the bank. And I do believe they know exactly what they are selling, regardless of what the description says. It's all part of their strategy.

[MarkG]

I’m sure the seller does know. But the novices (including me) can easily get lost thinking there’s a bargain. Not that I have that much money. I read another thread about a seller called roostamps, selling false used items, well done to the person there who called them out.

[Global Admin]

FakeBay lives up to its name with this fake merchant - aret--41 - £633 via 23 bids from brain dead cretins.


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/354753626368

The MORON bidders were out in force on a modern NO WATERMARK £5 Orange QV Telegraph with a very clearly fake cancel. These have THREE clear watermark impression on each stamp of course.



QV TELEGRAPHS High Value £5 Orange Superb 1881

Found in inheritance album
NO CERTIFICATE
Bought as pictures

On 30-Apr-23 at 19:56:21 BST, seller added the following information:

WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET IF ONE STAMP IN PICTURED THAT IS WHAT YOU GET I do not own a catalog or a watermark tool or even a perf gauge I make no claims to the identity of any stamp just an occasional scott number orther than the country the stamp is from PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION IT IS THE BUYERS RESPONSIBILITY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ITEM PAGE IN FULL.


Now the FakeBay spiv aret--41 has moved onto KEVII with this similar joke on copy paper it looks like. Dipped in tea, to try and make it look a bit old. It is up to £10 and 'has not met reserve' so he clearly is Bunny Hunting.

Sole description is -


'A Fount in an album 1941 of Major'


https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/354772380121


Please report this to seller aret--41 - request he amend heading to say REPLICA, as clearly required by ebay rules, and ask him to cancel sale on the £5, and re-offer that as a REPRODUCTION, and also report it to FakeBay ... these purveyor of fakes such as aret--41 must be nipped in the bud early.

[The Pom]

Oh dear. Really & properly oh dear. French ebayer pti477 seems to have been drinking a bit too much of the vin ordinaire...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/404276255897

[AdmiralCollector]

Asking $1900 for a stamp worth less that $1.
Further down the page the seller says it has been hinged.

[satsuma]

Oh dear. Really & properly oh dear. French ebayer pti477 seems to have been drinking a bit too much of the vin ordinaire...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/404276255897

If this was really worth 80,000 euro one might be disaapointed that it was entrusted to a delivery service costing only 7 euro.

In fact, not including free local postage seems somewhat Scrooge-like. That one eleven thousandth profit curtailed must be really important.

[The Pom]

Only one of these is a 1 penny red, and they're worth about a penny. Otherwise spot on from sunshinepine, who has clearly been out in the sun for a bit too long.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394628024897

[Jon E]

Perhaps we should give a rating for each dreamer based on price divided by value (obviously need to exclude things that are truly worthless !). How about this one at 6000:1 ?

KGVI 2½d - Yours for only £300

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/195779683947?hash=item2d9560e66b

TTFN,
Jon

[RogerE]

A nice rating suggestion by Jon E. However, rather than reward the dreamers' inflated prices with inflated ratings, it might be more appropriate to use the formula

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That would yield

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Reliability = 0.00167
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for the offering
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/RogerE

[RogerE]

Here are two consecutive eBay offers to sell Zanzibar 5¢ postage due (Sc J18).
The first is by a dreamer, the second by a realistic seller:

Two different sellers listing Zanzibar Sc J18 for sale on eBay

Taking the second seller's list price as an informed buyer's valuation:

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/RogerE

[kerema]

The World is full of them - they walk amongst us !!!

https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1479738342/rare-king-george- ... la=1&gao=1&

[RogerE]

Current eBay listing

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That would yield

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Reliability = 0.65/10000 = 0.000065
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for this remarkable offering:

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/RogerE

[Waffle]

I have several hundred of those supposedly rare stamps worth several thousand dollars ( allegedly). Does anyone know someone, prepared that price to buy one. I will happily sell them lots.

[GB1840]

I have several hundred of those supposedly rare stamps worth several thousand dollars ( allegedly). Does anyone know someone, prepared that price to buy one. I will happily sell them lots.

Maybe offer them to the seller of the item, at a nice discount, say at a mere 10% of his valuation, at $1000 he should buy the lot!

[The Pom]

Overpriced examples of this stamp are, much like the stamp itself, ten a penny.

This one is worth it for the description, though.

draytongardencollectiblesandantiques could be one to watch. Not if you want to buy stamps, admittedly.


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204361225973

Introducing a timeless piece of history and an exceptional potential investment opportunity: the rare Australian postage stamp featuring King George VI. Immerse yourself in the captivating era of the late 1930s to early 1940s with this remarkable collector's item.


King George VI, known for his resilience and leadership during tumultuous times, ascended to the throne in 1936. His reign marked an era of change and uncertainty, making this postage stamp a true relic of historical significance. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, it encapsulates the essence of an era that shaped nations.


Dated between 1937 and 1942, this Australian stamp represents a pivotal period in global history. Its scarcity, coupled with its association with a revered monarch, ensures its enduring value. Investing in this rarity offers you a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of history while potentially securing a wise financial venture.


Don't miss the chance to own this remarkable Australian postage stamp, a testament to King George VI's legacy and a sound investment choice. Whether you're an avid collector, a history enthusiast, or an astute investor, this stamp is an essential addition to your portfolio.

[norvic]

I happened to read this in the presence of my wife, and explained the issue, and read the description.

I then showed her the picture to show that it was just a common stamp.

“It’s missing its corner!”

Me, on closer inspection as I hadn’t really looked.
“No, it’s folded over.”

“For that price I think I would have flattened it out.”

She knows how many beans make five, does Mrs Norvic!

[MarkG]

I wanted to offer 5p for it, but the minimum is 99p and I don’t want to waste a quid in case it’s accepted

[polisciguy2011]

Overpriced examples of this stamp are, much like the stamp itself, ten a penny.

This one is worth it for the description, though.

draytongardencollectiblesandantiques could be one to watch. Not if you want to buy stamps, admittedly.


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204361225973

Introducing a timeless piece of history and an exceptional potential investment opportunity: the rare Australian postage stamp featuring King George VI. Immerse yourself in the captivating era of the late 1930s to early 1940s with this remarkable collector's item.


King George VI, known for his resilience and leadership during tumultuous times, ascended to the throne in 1936. His reign marked an era of change and uncertainty, making this postage stamp a true relic of historical significance. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, it encapsulates the essence of an era that shaped nations.


Dated between 1937 and 1942, this Australian stamp represents a pivotal period in global history. Its scarcity, coupled with its association with a revered monarch, ensures its enduring value. Investing in this rarity offers you a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of history while potentially securing a wise financial venture.


Don't miss the chance to own this remarkable Australian postage stamp, a testament to King George VI's legacy and a sound investment choice. Whether you're an avid collector, a history enthusiast, or an astute investor, this stamp is an essential addition to your portfolio.

That's written so earnestly that I wonder if they actually believe what they're hocking.