When selling Brass Model Trains, people like to see the item you're selling from all angles.  Take and show pictures of both sides of the engine and tender, the front and back of the engine and tender, the top of the locomotive, and a good picture of the wheels(from the bottom and this needs to be good), to check for wheel wear.  Also, any close-ups of detail parts and pertinent lettering.  Make sure the pictures are well lit, to see all details.  Nothing turns off a buyer more, than seeing one or two dark pictures and please use a good background, without clutter.  Remember, what you're selling is all you want to show. If you want to sell your item for more money, take good pictures and describe the item entirely and accurately, to the best of your ability.  Tell the type of locomotive(2-8-2, S-1, GP40, etc), Does it have the original box or what kind of box(or no box at all), original foam and plastic.  Describe the locomotive(engine) as best you can.  Does it have: A can motor or open frame motor; Cab Details(cast or not); Lighting; Approximate year it was made(late 50's, early 60's etc); Is it factory painted, professionally painted, owner painted, not painted at all; Is it lettered correctly(or lettered for a private road); Is it new or used(and how much); What kind of wheel wear does it show(very important); Any known defects; Is it sound equipped or not and the kind of sound system; What railroad is it(it's on the original box); The locomotive number, if painted and lettered; Remember, you're selling an item worth, perhaps, hundreds to thousands of dollars, and to maximize your auction price, give the information you would like to have, to make an informed decision to purchase.  Again, remember, a picture is worth a thousand words(it's true in this category).  Also, don't use fancy lettering when writing up your description, as it's harder to read, especially for us older folks.  Just the facts, be honest, and keep it simple.  Also, if you have access to the Brown Book of Brass, it will give specific details of the model you're selling and if you have something in a box, it may not be the correct box for the item you're selling(ex. A B&O E27ca, 2-8-0 from PFM-United, in a Ma & Pa 2-8-0 box, or a Reboxx--an MDC item in an Athearn box, you get the idea).   VERY Important Note: Wrap the brass piece in plastic, before putting it back into the box.  Sometimes, the boxes foam will deteriorate and stick to the brass and ruin the finish(very hard too clean off), especially if the brass is painted.  If you have any questions, please ask and I'll try to help.  Thank you and if this has helped you, please vote YES below.