🚨📣Attention collectible traders! 📣🚨
If you’re a part of a collectible community, and trading is a part of that, welcome to the Oz Comic-Con Trading Post! A space where collectors can meet and trade with each other, or even just talk common interests and show off collections!
If you’ve got something you’d like to see on the schedule for the future, be sure to let us know – [email protected]!
If you’ve got collectibles you want to trade with you at Oz Comic-Con Melbourne Xmas Edition, find the Trading Post in The Distict area of the show floor!
Check out the schedule below for what’s on offer at this show, and if you think we’ve missed something, let us know what you’d like to see on the schedule for next time!
Trading collectibles like Pokémon cards or Disney pins at community meetups can be a fun and rewarding experience. Here are some general rules and guidelines to ensure everyone has a positive experience:
1. The Trading Post is not a space for retail sales or soliciting sales. If you are found do be selling in any way by the Oz Comic-Con team, you will be asked to leave.
2. Both parties must be satisfied with a proposed trade.
3. Understand the value: Familiarize yourself with the rarity, condition, and market value of your items. This helps prevent accidental trades that feel unfair later.
4. Research trading etiquette: Learn about the specific trading culture for your community or item (e.g., Pokémon cards, Disney pins).
5. Inspect items carefully: Check for damage, authenticity, or counterfeits before agreeing to a trade.
6. Trade value for value: Aim for trades where both parties feel the items exchanged are of equal or agreed-upon value.
7. Be transparent: Disclose any flaws or details about your item’s condition upfront.
8. Ask before touching: Always seek permission before handling someone else’s items.
9. Respect “no” responses: If someone declines a trade, accept it graciously.
10. Be patient: Some traders may need time to consider or compare options.
11. Avoid pressuring others: Ensure all trades are consensual and without coercion.
By adhering to these guidelines, trading at community meetups can remain fun, fair, and stress-free for everyone involved.
And here are just some general tips to help you have a great trading experience!
1. Have a checklist: Keep a list of items you’re willing to trade and those you’re looking for.
2. Engage with the community: Networking with other collectors can lead to more opportunities in the future.
