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BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! I put an item up for bid on "Liveauctioneers" and received an email right away from [email protected]. This person(?) was quite convincing using all the right grammar and spelling. Said he was very interested in the item but was going to contact his trusted "Appraiser": [email protected]. The "Appraiser" contacted me and gave me an estimate of $2,500 to $4,000 but I needed to send him $200 for a "written appraisal" report. I did research, contacted another appraiser and found out the item is only worth $50. When I asked him to send me his certification, of course he didn't have any. When I asked for his website, he gave me some random antique store in Mississippi. Now listen to this: I asked him if he took checks. Here's his reply: Yes, I do accept credit cards and PayPal. However, since the appraisal will be conducted digitally, I recommend providing an iTunes gift card in the required amount instead. This allows me to cover the subscription for the AI-powered appraisal tools that will be used during your session. Follow these steps: 1?. Purchase an Apple iTunes Gift Card You can buy an Apple iTunes gift card at most supermarkets, convenience stores, or online from Apple or authorized retailers. Please ensure the card is for the correct amount: $200. 2?. Scratch and Reveal the Code Once you have the card, gently scratch off the panel on the back of the card to reveal the code. 3?. Take a Clear Photo of the Card Take a clear, high-resolution photo of the card, making sure the code and card details are clearly visible. If purchased digitally, forward the email with the digital code to me. 4?. Send the Code and Photo Reply to this email with the photo of the card and the code clearly typed in the message as well. Example: Card Code: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX Please be aware of scammers. Take your time, research, and don't respond immediately. They try to lure you in with an inflated value for your item(s). Thankful I did not fall for this scam.