Quote: "Stevejwaller"Has anyone ever used reddit to sell coins?
I have not, but Im also interested in doing it. I havent quite figured out all the rules and protocol for selling on Reddit.
If you try it, I would be interested in your results.
I tried to sell on r/coins4sale a couple times but gave up for all the trolls...
First you create a reddit account
Second you create account on an image website
Third you photograph the coin / coins with your name and date
Fourth you post the images to the image website
Fifth you list your coin / coins along with the link to the images
Then you wade through the trolls who mock your coins or try to lowball your prices etc.
The reddit mods are good about stomping trolls but it's a lot of work. Even if you find a buyer you have to arrange payment and shipping with no guarantees on getting paid even if and when the buyer gets the coin / coins.
People do sell coins on reddit every day so it's a real option, but be prepared for the time and energy it will take. And always proceeed with caution - you will get scammed if you're not careful and there are no recourses.
PS: postal insurance doesn't always cover coins in the mail so don't think that will save you.
I've had a great time with Reddit's Coins4sale. Both buying and selling. In fact I rarely use any other sites or Numista anymore.
Sorry for Tcon's experience but in my opinion this is not the norm. If you take your time to follow the rules, post clear and concise information and photos you should do well. In fact I would almost say the Coins4Sale group has less problems than Numista in regards to trolls or potential scammers.
Of course there is always a risk in private dealings with strangers online. Due diligence and caution should always be used to protect yourself.
