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Posted By: Joann

I haven't found that to be true of cards in general since 2000 (year of example given by the article). Although since spring auctions it does seem like maybe the hobby is collecting it's breath and taking a break. I've seen a few more decent ebay bargains, but only in the past few months, not long-term.

I also have a very small collection of Rookwood pottery, all of which I purchased on ebay in 1999 - 2001. Just casually watching those auction areas, I would say that this collectible is also a little ahead. Definitely haven't gone backwards - although they haven't appreciated as much as cards.

Just personal and very non-scientific observations.

Joann

(Although I have to say that the sentence about sellers moving off ebay to niche sites did sound exactly like our BST activity increases.)