Mandela coins and iTunes gift cards — is this a scam?

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I joined this group on Facebook about Mandela coins and asked how much they would offer me for my 38 coins. One person offered me 2 million South African rands and another person offered me 5 million rands, but both are saying I must get a R450 iTunes gift card and send it to them for confirmation from the DHL company. I even tried asking if there is any other method and they said no.
Is this true or a scam? Can I trust it?

Vicky · Answer

The words "iTunes gift card" and "DHL" are enough red flags. Yes, this is a scam. Cut off contact, block them and move along.
Also, a quick google shows that Mandela coins are not particularly valuable: https://www.businessinsider.co.za/how-much-is-mandela-r5-coin-worth-price-2020-2

Philipp · Answer

When someone promises you money, but expects you to first pay some money before they pay you, then you are very likely dealing with someone trying to pull an advance fee fraud on you.

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