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davidcyclebackThree simple rules for newbie eBay bidders (and by 3 I don't mean the only 3):
1) The seller has to unequivocally say what it is. Saying it's a T206 Ty Cobb then later saying (or suggesting) it's a reprint isn't saying what it is. In fact, it's not saying what it is.
2) Don't bid with sellers who invoke eBay rules that don't exist.
3) Use common sense. For example, ask yourself why would a seller who believes a $5,000 card is real be selling it as a reprint? Common sense answer: He wouldn't. In other words, common sense would say he doesn't believe the card is real. No one offers a card he sincerely and seriously thinks original and worth $5,000 as a $10 reprint. He might offer a card he thinks a reprint for $10, but not one he thinks original.
Look at it this way, if a guy offered you a $5,000 bill for $10, what would you think? At the very least, you'd be highly suspicious of the offer.
As the saying goes, for $20,000 you can't get a T206 Honus Wagner, but you can get a reprint.