ebay authenticity guarantee - no longer mandatory?

[swarmee]

Originally Posted by MCoxon

Is the eBay authenticity guarantee no longer mandatory for purchases above a certain price? I have made 2 purchases this past week (one SGC graded, one PSA, both above $500), where the cards are being shipped direct to me, without the eBay authenticity review

would appreciate any insight on current policy from eBay

Do any of the following apply:
1) Lot
2) In wrong category or title says "pack" "lot" "set" "box" "case" etc
3) Delivery address is PO Box
4) Listing allows for in-person pickup

If you post the listings, I bet we can tell you why it didn't go through AG.

[MCoxon]

thanks John - just shot you a PM

[MCoxon]

I contacted eBay, and was told it's optional for the seller to list a card, at any price, as authenticity guaranteed. I was surprised. I had thought it was not optional above a certain price

Outside John's 4 reasons, is it true that seller can just decide to sell without the guarantee? Seems like that would create a lemons market, in a hurry...

[swarmee]

Originally Posted by MCoxon

I contacted eBay, and was told it's optional for the seller to list a card, at any price, as authenticity guaranteed. I was surprised. I had thought it was not optional above a certain price

I am not aware of that. My guess is that person was speaking out of their ear, and not official policy. I did not receive a PM.

[jayshum]

According to the info on their FAQ page about the Authenticity Guarantee program, it is still required.

Can I choose not to have my item authenticated?
Not at this time.