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apples and oranges



In a message dated 03/02/2002 8:24:18 AM Central Standard Time, 
TheWho-Digest-Owner@igtc.com writes:


> Kevin did say "retail" so it seems he's talking about a resale market.  Any 
> collectable will meet the requirements, as those are expected to appreciate 
> rather than depreciate: antiques, rare comics, sports cars, broken guitars. 
>  
> You name it.
> 
> Who tix appreciate really fast when the tour is announced--the time limit 
> on 
> the value just increases the price.
> 
> 
> 
An antique was not an antique when originally sold retail.  It is age, 
authenticity, and rarity which causes it to appreciate in value.  Same is 
true of rare comics and other collectibles.  Who tix only appreciate because 
brokers buy many of the best seats and jack up the price.  It takes generally 
years for most collectibles to appreciate- which is what separates that from 
ticket brokers.

kevin mc