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 "We Deal In Quality And Trust!" A Comprehensive Site For Boyds BearstonesReference / Value Guide & Secondary Market Resource
BEARSTONE BASICSA Learning CenterSECONDARY MARKETThe what Market? Once a Bearstone® has been sold in the Retail Market it can be resoldin what is called the "Secondary Market". A good synonym for the Secondary Market is "Pre-Owned". And so you will not forget, we will state this here at the outset. If there is one phrase that describes your walk in the Secondary Market it is "Caveat Emptor" - Let The Buyer Beware! There are quite a variety of Secondary Market outlets including garage sales, flea markets, antique malls, individuals, Retailers and Dealers. In case you were wondering The Bear Collector.com is not only a unique reference site, but also a Secondary Market for Bearstones®. We will review for the major areas of the Secondary Market, based on how they are sold, under the general categories of Retailers, Brokers and Dealers. RETAILERS It is quite a phenomena to see Retailers listed here and to many a "sore" spot. With advent of the Internet, Retailers found that if they sell at on line auctions and classifieds not only could they advertise, but also triple or quadruple their profits on low edition Bearstones®. This is a prevelant practice and the reason Retailers are listed as a major category. The Internet has certainly put a spotlite on this Secondary Market phenomena of Retailers, but it is not a new practice. A number of Retailers watch the retirements of Bearstones® and when the little guys retire the price goes up on the shelf. So, when you go looking for these retired Bearstones®, "Beware"! Know the suggested or usual price of the Bearstone® you are seeking. BROKERS A Broker is a reseller clearing house. They garner clients who wish to sell their Bearstones® but do not want the hassle. For this service they charge the seller (owner) a commission. The Broker does not own the Bearstones® or possess them. When an order for a Bearstone® comes in the Broker contacts the owner and the Bearstone® is shipped to the Broker for inspection/processing and is then reshipped to the buyer. The Broker can be beneficial if they themselves are honest. They act as an "informal escrow service." This can afford one a certain measure of protection from unscrupulous individuals. The drawback for a Broker is that their prices tend to be a little higher than open market. You must evaluate the balance of price and quality assurance when using a Brokerage. DEALERS A Dealer is a reseller of Bearstones® that actually buys, owns and possesses the Bearstones®. The Dealer may be an individual, company or group. Dealers accumulate an inventory of Bearstones® for sale in the Secondary Market. It is our impression that Dealers comprise the largest category in the Secondary Market. Where Do You Find Secondary Markets? As stated earlier you may find Secondary Markets at Antique Malls, Flea Markets, Garage Sales and even in Trade Magazines. However, the largest and most comprehensive Secondary Market is on the Internet. The myrid of possibilities encompasses Websites, Classifieds and Auctions.You can find these areas of the Internet with Search Engines, Web Rings and information from Internet buddies. Perhaps the most important thing to remember is that behind the Websites, Classifieds and Auctions are people. People can be honest or dishonest and just about everything inbetween. We have always said that anytime you are dealing in the Secondary Market your greatest protection is to "know the seller." It is, as we stated at the outset, "Caveat Emptor" - Let The Buyer Beware! At The Bear Collector.com our business practice and policy is stated in our byline "We Deal In Quality & Trust." We feel that this expresses our Hallmark and it extends to all aspects of our venture, including shipping, remittance, privacy, guarantees, returns, refunds, classifieds, drawings, newsletter, advertising and any/all information we provide in the Bearstone® Listings and Bearstone® Basics. WANT TO LEARN MORE? Try one of these subjects below. CHOOSE A TOPIC (Just Click On Your Choice) Editions Understamps General Definitions Limited Editions PE, EE, GCC, POG, NALED & SYN Issues Canadian Releases Secondary Market Value Guides Variations RS Have you read The Intelligent Collector Series? These subjects will get you started in the wonderful world of collecting Boyds Bearstones®! Once you have mastered the basics, go to the next level! The Collector's Handbook Need To Ask A Question? Email us: thebearcollector@thebearcollector.com | 
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