Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around unusual and bizarre items that have been seen for sale on eBay. Participants share anecdotes and examples of strange auctions, exploring the limits of what can be sold online.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants recall seeing items like a potato, a jar of air, and a 5-year-old tuna sandwich listed on eBay.
- One participant mentions a figurine of a smoking baby and moose droppings as jewelry as examples of odd sales.
- There are claims of selling a piece of toast with the Virgin Mary image and a wide-mouth Mason jar of air from a movie premiere.
- Another participant humorously notes an auction for a Windows XP file folder, highlighting the absurdity of the listing.
- Some participants share experiences of mailing unconventional items like toast and lemons, discussing the feasibility and oddity of such actions.
- One participant humorously mentions trying to sell their sister on eBay, raising questions about the absurdity of certain listings.
- Concerns are raised about eBay's high fees and competition, with some expressing frustration over the selling process.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the existence of bizarre items for sale on eBay, but there is no consensus on the motivations behind such listings or the practicality of selling unusual items.
Contextual Notes
Some claims about specific items lack verification, and there are unresolved questions regarding the legality and ethics of selling certain types of items on eBay.