Read the descriptions carefully. Details about the condition can help you decide how much to bid. Most responsible sellers welcome your interest. History is important and it can tell a collector a great deal about an item. To Bid Once you find a collectible of interest, consider what it's worth and how much you can afford to bid.
Price guides can be a helpful, but it's important to understand exactly how they work.
You might also search completed eBay auctions for similar collectibles and compare what you're willing to bid against what others have previously paid. When you decide what to bid, bid the maximum amount you would pay for the item. You'll remain the high bidder until the bid amount reaches your limit. Regardless of how much you bid, you will receive notification by email if someone outbids you. Many bidders feel the notification alone makes it worthwhile to bid early.