They Got One!

[Scott_Schechter]

This article about scam artist who listed rare coins he didn't own on eBay was sent to my attention, and I thought it worth sharing...

 

Aberdeen Man Convicted In Online Scam

 

Did this guy get enough time for his crime?

[nwcs]

Well, he got what is probably proscribed for the amount stolen but I think a stronger message needs to be sent. However, nothing will really change unless/until ebay (and similar) find a reliable method of preventing scams.

[wayneherndon]

If it was one instance for that amount, a first offense and he actually does make restitution then that is probably appropriate penalty.

 

WH

[michael]

[gmarguli]

However, nothing will really change unless/until ebay (and similar) find a reliable method of preventing scams.

 

You can't blame eBay for many of the scams. Have you seen some of the scams that get bids? I'm amazed at the stupidity of some bidders. There is a certain segment of the population (and it appears they all have internet access and eBay accounts) that just deserve to get screwed because they are so stupid.

 

Hey Wayne, nice to see you made it over here.

[Leothelion]

He's been here since March 13 2003, what a joke!

 

Leo

[nwcs]

However, nothing will really change unless/until ebay (and similar) find a reliable method of preventing scams.

 

You can't blame eBay for many of the scams. Have you seen some of the scams that get bids? I'm amazed at the stupidity of some bidders. There is a certain segment of the population (and it appears they all have internet access and eBay accounts) that just deserve to get screwed because they are so stupid.

 

Hey Wayne, nice to see you made it over here.

Yes, that is true. Buyers bear some responsibility. But the things that ebay has let through even when vigilant watchers find obvious scams and alert them is frightening.

[wayneherndon]

Thanks Greg. As we discussed at LB, I've been registered just don't visit/post that often but probably should visit more.

 

WH

[E.L.M.-migration]

I saw a listing on ebay the other day.

 

1911 S 5 dollar gold indian.

 

HA!!

 

First off the back pic was a 2 1/2 dollar

second there is no S on 1911 for 2 1/2 or 5!!!!

[chinook]

Welcome Wayne.

[gmarguli]

Hey Wayne,

 

That flashing envelope next to LOGOUT means you have a Private Message. Click on it or go to My Home and click on Received Private Messages under the Message Box.

[wayneherndon]

Hey Wayne,

 

That flashing envelope next to LOGOUT means you have a Private Message. Click on it or go to My Home and click on Received Private Messages under the Message Box.

 

Oops doesn't show up in Firefox. Maybe I better set the option for email notice of PMs.

 

WH

[reid1836]

Sorry to burst your bubble E.L.M. But there were plenty of 1911-S $5 gold pieces minted. Perhaps you should give the listing a second glance ?