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Where to unload some Sisters collectibles
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 18:59
by miked801
Hello all-
I stumbled across this site whilst searching for a place to unload some old Sisters stuff I've had kicking around. I'd like advice on where to sell the stuff (can I do that on here or is trading the only thing allowed?) and how much some things might be worth. Just a couple of items:
*Sisters Zippo in black chrome from the Reptile House (unused)
*Dominion cassette box with insert (insert folded from original packaging) (mint aside from insert fold)
*Life Book with 3" CD (Decent condition. Not trashed but not new)
I'm not looking to screw anyone, but I'm not looking to get screwed either. Realistic ideas of value are much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Michael D.
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 19:03
by hallucienate
your zippo is what everyone wants.
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 19:32
by Quiff Boy
hallucienate wrote:your zippo is what everyone wants.
certainly is...
and i'm more than happy for you to sell your sisters stuff via here - at least they will go to real fans
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 19:42
by miked801
hallucienate wrote:your zippo is what everyone wants.
Yeah, I gathered that from reading posts before I registered. But the real question is
"What's it worth?"
Anyone care to chime in?
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 20:03
by czuczu
miked801 wrote:hallucienate wrote:your zippo is what everyone wants.
"What's it worth?"
Anyone care to chime in?
It's seriously worth sticking on eBay.
Mine was stolen from a cloakroom over 10 years ago
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 20:07
by eastmidswhizzkid
just out of curiosity is the zippo screen printed or does it have the head/star soldered on? (i'm assuming it's got the head/star logo).
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 21:10
by miked801
eastmidswhizzkid wrote:just out of curiosity is the zippo screen printed or does it have the head/star soldered on? (i'm assuming it's got the head/star logo).
This is the original Reptile House Zippo, finished in midnight chrome with the head&star logo embossed in the Zippo itself.
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 21:41
by Quiff Boy
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 21:45
by miked801
Ahh yes, how convenient. Now I don't need to race home and take a picture. Yes, that one exactly.
Posted: 08 Nov 2005, 21:54
by Quiff Boy
miked801 wrote:
Ahh yes, how convenient. Now I don't need to race home and take a picture. Yes, that one exactly.
we aim to please
good luck wiht your sale - if i smoked i'd be in there
Posted: 09 Nov 2005, 10:29
by Spiggy's hat
- if i smoked i'd be in there
[/quote]
Good reson to start?
Posted: 09 Nov 2005, 11:14
by markfiend
One sold on eBay a while back for about £30 (what's that in US$? About $45?) but it's a steal at that price. I was really pîssed off that I missed it.
Posted: 10 Nov 2005, 09:15
by deadagain
wasn't one version on sale by the reptile house back in the day for £99, or am i dreaming again?
Posted: 10 Nov 2005, 10:54
by czuczu
I think there were 3 flavours - the 100 quid one was silver..
Posted: 10 Nov 2005, 18:19
by miked801
I don't recall exactly how much I paid for it, but it seems like it was about US$80 and I know when I was ordering a lot of stuff from the Reptile House the exchange rate was about 1.55... so I'd guess it was ~50 Quid.
Posted: 11 Nov 2005, 01:27
by Andrew S
miked801 wrote:I don't recall exactly how much I paid for it, but it seems like it was about US$80 and I know when I was ordering a lot of stuff from the Reptile House the exchange rate was about 1.55... so I'd guess it was ~50 Quid.
According to the
RH 1994 merchandise list, the UK prices were:
Brushed Chrome: £16
Midnight Chrome: £18
U.S. Sterling Silver: £99
European mainland and RoW prices are also listed. Being a non-smoker I didn't get one, but I wish I'd kept hold of the promotional flyer.
Posted: 11 Nov 2005, 03:23
by miked801
Andrew S wrote:miked801 wrote:I don't recall exactly how much I paid for it, but it seems like it was about US$80 and I know when I was ordering a lot of stuff from the Reptile House the exchange rate was about 1.55... so I'd guess it was ~50 Quid.
According to the
RH 1994 merchandise list, the UK prices were:
Brushed Chrome: £16
Midnight Chrome: £18
U.S. Sterling Silver: £99
European mainland and RoW prices are also listed. Being a non-smoker I didn't get one, but I wish I'd kept hold of the promotional flyer.
Ha! Shows how lousy my memory is. I would've purchased it a couple of years before that, but I'm sure the prices were similar. I apologize for inadvertantly misrepresenting the merchandise. Heh.
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 00:55
by Andrew S
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 01:15
by czuczu
Obviously weren't planning on bidding yourself then?
**grumbles about extra attention for an auction I was already watching**
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 01:27
by Andrew S
czuczu wrote:
Obviously weren't planning on bidding yourself then?
**grumbles about extra attention for an auction I was already watching**
Oops!
As the subject cropped up here recently, I just thought I'd mention it. I thought about bidding myself but as I don't smoke and the smell of lighter fuel almost makes me lose my dinner, I wasn't quite tempted enough. Anyway, happy bidding!
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 10:33
by markfiend
czuczu wrote:**grumbles about extra attention for an auction I was already watching**
Me too. Aaaaaaaaggggghhhhh!
Hehe I could (mis)use my moderator powers to break the link...
But my conscience has got the better of me.
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 10:55
by hallucienate
markfiend wrote:czuczu wrote:**grumbles about extra attention for an auction I was already watching**
Me too. Aaaaaaaaggggghhhhh!
Hehe I could (mis)use my moderator powers to break the link...
But my conscience has got the better of me.
You guys are all screwed if PiB decides to crack open a beer and play his favourite game.
*another non-smoker*
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 14:58
by SomeKindOfStranger
czuczu wrote:**grumbles about extra attention for an auction I was already watching**
..and another one here!!
Looks like it wasnt that much of a hidden treasure after all
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 15:09
by markfiend
Feck. We're all going to end up fighting over it now.
Although, as I already have a few Zippos (although no Sisters Zippo) I may make a strategic withdrawal. I ought really be saving up for Christmas presents.
Posted: 24 Nov 2005, 15:55
by snowey
markfiend wrote:Feck. We're all going to end up fighting over it now.
Although, as I already have a few Zippos (although no Sisters Zippo) I may make a strategic withdrawal. I ought really be saving up for Christmas presents.
Mark, get the wife to buy it for you as your christmas prezzie.....