I just read some statistics about the change in direction that Ebay
is taking. From AuctionBytes-Update Number 114 - March 7, 2004 -
ISSN 1528-6703:
"Collectibles comprised 60 percent of the total value of goods sold on
eBay in 1999. In 2003, collectibles comprised just 13 percent of gross
merchandise sales.
Each year, selling on eBay becomes more challenging. If you have a
rare and unique item, you'll get a very good price on eBay. Otherwise,
in many categories, competition is tough."