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dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 12-31-2003 08:26 PM [01-1356] I have zero knowledge of silver.. I really need some help.. I have been searching the forums and have learned volumes... I bought a lot of silver pieces and need to know what I am doing so I will be a regular..lol.. Meanwhile, please take a look for me... Thanks in advance ------------------ dawn_quixote IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 12-31-2003 08:48 PM Sorry, I did not realize that eBay Seller's aren't supposed to post questions..Thanks anyhow.. IP: Logged
mdhavey Posts: 164 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-01-2004 01:23 PM Well, she could ask about her pieces, yes? As long as the questions weren't sales/appraisal related. IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-01-2004 02:02 PM that's ok..I will just hang out and hopefully learn a few more things..I read where it is rude for ebay sellers to ask..I would never want to appear rude..I tried to delete my message but, it didn't work..I see Scott deleted my auction numbers so that tells me people here don't like ebay sellers..It is hard to find much online but I will try..Thanks.. IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-01-2004 03:23 PM is it ok to post and ask for help as long as you don't mention ebay..I notice the person above me posting asking for help and was promtly answered..the piece is number 2584923615 on eBay right now..actually relisted with new info..so, is that OK? the don't ask don't tell rule..just trying to find out the rules..I read the policy but it is vague..thanks IP: Logged
FredZ Posts: 1070 Registered: Jun 99	posted 01-01-2004 04:30 PM I don't think there is any rule that eliminates anyone from asking questions. This forum is here for people to share information about our mutual passion. It would not be proper to ask value of an object. The contibuters to the forum give of their time to share with those who are interested. I don't suggest posting your ebay listing on the forum. It smacks of advertizing.... I have often seen information gleaned from this and other forums used on ebay listings. I am sure that the contibuters here would not appreciate seeing their comments word for word on a listing. Use common sense and curtesy and ask away. Fred IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-01-2004 04:41 PM You will have to forgive me as I belong to a Vintage Clothing Board and Everyone is Happy to Help, Right Down to the Title..I can see where showing the listing would seem like advertising now that I think about it..I will just post a pic next time..It is just overwhelming trying to figure out what something is..this is by far the best site for information I have found..I am in here right now researching several pieces..I figure I can just research a few at a time and learn as I go..I just learned how NOT to store silver...I knew plastic was bad but thought newspaper was ok..So, now I have them wrapped in pillow cases..lol..Thanks for your answer.. IP: Logged
t-man-nc Posts: 327 Registered: Mar 2000	posted 01-01-2004 05:19 PM Welcome to the forums... The rules are really simple we don't get into price and we try to treat everyone the way we would all like to be treated, really very simple... I have been coming to these fourms for several years, and have found them to have saved me from many mistakes, and have given me many many hours of fun and pleasure. If you need to know something, ask... we are all here to share and learn, and what I have learned from this fourm is beyond price... so ask... :-) "Smaug" IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-01-2004 05:31 PM Thanks t-man..I would never ask what something is worth..I think things are only worth what people are willing to pay for something..lol.. IP: Logged
Arg(um)entum Posts: 304 Registered: Apr 2002	posted 01-02-2004 12:03 AM I find the above discussion about the appropriateness of vendors requesting information with respect to items being listed on eBay rather puzzling. Surely, it is part of elementary civility to read a board's rules before posting anything. This forum's Guidelines are quite clear on this topic and there are several links drawing attention to them on the forum's main page. Just for good measure, here is another link to them Click here!! [This message has been edited by Arg(um)entum (edited 01-02-2004).] IP: Logged
dawn_quixote Posts: 7 Registered: Dec 2003	posted 01-02-2004 12:37 AM Ouch, Arg...I Guess You Had a Bad Day...Surely You Really Aren't This Nasty..You Don't Have to Read this Thread..I Was Having a Nice Conversation and Learning Something Valuable..Thanks for the Nice Welcome..I Read One Post Where Someone Asked a Question about a Hallmark and the Only Answer was ~Why Do You Want To Know~, That one Made me go Whoa, Why Was That Poor Person Treating Like That..Now, I am Asking Myself the Same Thing Here..I am not Used to Being Treated So Rudely..I Guess You Must be Some Fancy Pants Collector that Thinks You are a Genuis and Everyone is Beneath You..Well, You Know More about Silver than Me, but, My Heart is Gold and You Sir, Hurt My Feelings so I Say Goodnight and Will Find a Different Group of Folks to Study With..What a Shame..I Thought this Forum was So Wonderful..Good By.. IP: Logged
swarter Moderator Posts: 2920 Registered: May 2003	posted 01-02-2004 02:38 AM Visitors to this site must realize that these pages receive in the neighborhood of a quarter of a million hits per month; some days have in excess of 10,000. If potential posters did not read the guidelines for postings on this site before trying to post their inquiries, it could be inundated with inappropriate or mishandled contributions, and would quickly become unmanageable. What is deemed appropriate is determined by the forum masters (who must keep things running smoothly) in consultation with the moderators; input from regular contributors is also solicited. This is not a commercial site; the owners support it themselves, and the moderators and regular contributors are all volunteers, giving freely of their time, knowledge, and whatever "expertise" they may have. Anyone who is willing to adhere to the guidelines is welcome (and their participation is encouraged), but those who cannot could spoil it for all who do. All members, moderators, and visitors alike are guests here, and nearly all have willingly conducted themselves accordingly; sometimes someone comes along who thinks the rules apply only to others -- these and other repeated transgressions can eventually result in frustration and an occasional abrupt and perhaps (in hindsight) regrettable rebuke. Some recipients prove undrstanding and can take these in stride, joining in a beneficial relationship; others cannot, and take their frustrations elsewhere. IP: Logged
dragonflywink Posts: 993 Registered: Dec 2002	posted 01-02-2004 10:15 AM Wow! This thread has gotten a little unpleasant. My perspective is that Dawn_Quixote wanted to correct her error and continue visiting the forums to learn more about silver. After viewing the other new members auction that she mentions, which uses information (virtually verbatim) from the response to his question, can't say I blame her for feeling persecuted. I've collected silver for many years and a huge part of the pleasure is in the research. I love this site and have learned so much from it (and occasionally been able to contribute information!). I know that several of the members sell on eBay, including at least one of the moderators and myself. I can also remember some seemingly shameless self-promotion from a member, which I believe had a bit to do with the guidelines being expanded and clarified. I don't recall this person being scolded in the forums, nor do I recall the person issuing a sincerely rendered apology like Dawn's. We might have seen some interesting pieces from a new member, but can't say that I blame her for not wanting to come back. Personally, I look to the forums for information, not confrontation. Cheryl ;o) IP: Logged

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