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So, when looking at prices on ebay, (sold auctions, specifically), how do you determine value?

Say there are a number of previously sold bitz of the same type, but the prices vary wildly (same type, same thing, same quality, same condition). Do you think it's more reasonable, in a trade, to value the minis at the highest price it has recently sold for, or the lowest?

I typically go for around the middle depending on how common the bit is. If it's a rare bit(like grav guns) where only one comes in a box I'd probably value it a bit higher.

For trading, 3/4 of the top end value is my rough standard. If the recipient is being generous, I tend to reflect that back. If they're being a little "overly optimistic" then I'll stick with my standard pricing.

Remember that certain times of year skew eBay prices dramatically. Always check the sale date on sold listings, as I think it covers 90 days. Pre-holidays, pre-major events, etc push things way up, and for some reason school holidays occasionally lay waste to any attempts at selling.

For sales, depends what I'm after. For a fast sale, middle of the road pricing, making sure what I take after fees is worth it. If I have a stash of stuff, in no hurry to sell, and a little trickle income would be nice, I price upper end and put them on a month-long listing.

I'd also say comparing bitz prices via the completed listings on ebay is quite tricky,

as they often include discounts on postage (eg free or 25p for each item after the first) and possibly on the price itself

Are you trading to make money, or to get rid of old parts?
Are the bitz you are selling in demand? Price high.
Are you buying boxes to break down for bitz? Price high.
Clearing out and want pocket money? Price mid-to-low.

I don't sell, so this is just a guess, though.

 Skinnereal wrote:
Are you trading to make money, or to get rid of old parts?
Are the bitz you are selling in demand? Price high.
Are you buying boxes to break down for bitz? Price high.
Clearing out and want pocket money? Price mid-to-low.

I don't sell, so this is just a guess, though.

You didn't read the post. No one is selling. We're talking about people trading, and using eBay sales to determine what something is worth.