LOL
Yes in the past i have gone for some 'fantastic' offers only to be seriously let down when they arrive.
My pledge now is only buy if absolutely sure and work on basis if cheap cheap there is something wrong.

Yep, I'm starting to think I need to reconsider my strategy! But maybe one day some ignorant seller is offering that truly lucky find, disguised behind a bad description...

Yep and you can find them - i have in past. Problem is you end up with a garage load of rubbish to find that sparkling gem
Keep hunting though cos the fun is in the hunt!

Okay, who snapped up this little number? I note nobody posted it here while the auction was running!

eBay item 87549432 (Signed)

I have to admit I was quite surprised at the price. £181 is a little higher than I expected. But, not to worry, since I have two already --& one cost £5...

BH

Quite expensive but the last one sold for £400+ albeit now back for sale and not selling!

I see someone tried a cheeky offer ! I like the very important question re faded spine - o and by the way nice signature. U never know indeed !


Q: Any fading to the red lettering ("Silmarillion") on jacket spine? Aside from this, would you listen to offers? (£50?) Yours, Brian 18-May-12
A: Hi Thanks for your interest. This book is in absolutely pristine condition and there is no fading to the lettering on the jacket. I am selling it for a friend who is not ebay-wise & am instructed to let the auction run its course. Thanks for the offer, keep your eye on it, you never know..... cheers.

I missed it completely - probably to do with the fact that the auction title was so uninformative.

Nice find for someone!

Agreed nice find and I think good price myself. Also missed the auction due to the fantastically informative auction title.

But did manage to buy one recently with the signed label (the one with "Published 15 September 1977" at the bottom of label).

Oh crap --didn't realise the seller had posted my question. I don't normally sign off my ebay questions either...

The emails went on for a little after that too. It's an employee copy. In the end I put in a bid for what, I think, it is worth: £100.

BH

Very nice remy --I don't have a signed copy like that. Would you be able to send me some pictures of it privately? [Just PM me.]

BH

£100 for a Fine Signed 1977 Silmarillion??

Would you sell your 2 copies for £100 each??