I agree it is a problem for people to post an active auction asking for advice. I do think it brings the item to the attention of the group when the questions are asked. I do not think it will make the bids any higher though. There are very few diamonds hiding out there on ebay anymore. People who purchase on ebay have saved searches for the Pumas, Friodurs, Dorkos, etc. Those are going to be bid up anyway. There may be some good learning experiences for newbies getting advice as to what to look for and what not to buy. Maybe just posting the pictures from ebay without divulging the auction number would be a option.