man that sucks... i just started using ebay again after about 5 years. i've never gotten had online but i have been hustled a couple of times in my life. all i can say is never ever get anywhere involved with that game where the guy has the 3 cups and a ball. they use some kinda evil magic...
definitely see if you can get ebay or paypal to cover you.
It’s called The Shell Game, because the medieval version used half-walnut shells. Also Thimblerig, because sewing thimbles were used in the same way.
If played with cards, one name is Three Card Monty.
The name of the game makes no difference. You always loose.