As in years past, so far iOS devices are bringing in higher value purchases than Android devices, at $144 versus $119.
At the other end of the spectrum, the Royal Mint said that its new Kilo Gold Cast Bar will be a "high-value purchase opportunity for serious investors and those who wish to own and trade larger amounts of gold".
Sean Jones says that with few sales, and a resulting low feedback score, buyers were unwilling to risk a high-value purchase: "He was in a catch-22 situation". Edwards doesn't plan to sell any more conservatories through eBay, but he is planning to continue to sell online, with a new website for doors (www.suredoors.com/).suredoors.com/
Some even think that the far quieter tube and bus journeys locals are enjoying - as commuters heed Transport for London warnings to change their travel habits during the Games - encourage those seeking a high-value purchase into the Mayfair, Park Lane, Bond Street and Chelsea enclaves where luxury retailers reside.
It is not an inexpensive purchase, but it is a high-value purchase," argues Activision exec Josh Taub.
"Where people used to come into your shop for considered, high-value purchases, now you have women coming in month after month to fill their bracelet". Across the road from Cookson is Birmingham City University's School of Jewellery.
"We're adding third-party authentication to this inventory because we know the importance buyers place on trust for high-value purchases".
Whatever about the wishes of platforms and publishers to see high value from every purchase, most players do not have $1000 a year gaming budgets.
Unlike many other rapid transit systems, BART does not have an unlimited ride pass, and the only discount provided to the public is a 6.25% discount when "high value tickets" are purchased with fare values of $48.00 and $64.00, for prices of $45.00 and $60.00 respectively.
Low market growth, infrequent product and process changes, high value added, and high purchase frequency all contribute to more predictable and less turbulent environments.
