Wow. Thanks, guys, for all the info. I too think that 280.00 is a lot for this deck - and I wouldn't pay it, not unless I thought it was really worth it and I could be sure to get that amount or more in the future - which I don't think anyone can be positive of. This particular Etsy seller has some interesting things, but most are a little high priced for my budget.
The more decks I have, the more I find myself drawn to the Rider Waite tarot. I have slightly uneasy feeling that I NEED more Rider Waite decks - that regardless of how similar they might seem to most, they really aren't, and all of the subtle differences would make for an interesting collection....however, I am a thrift shop secondhand kind of girl, and patient, and I spend a lot of time on the hunt....even though people seem to be more knowledgeable these days about what they have, there are still always bargains to be found.
Rhinemaiden, the second link for the full deck on ebay is sold, and that went for $55 for the full deck, so yes, deals are out there. And Laura borealis, thanks for the link to that Holly Ship of Fools page...I was hoping there were some sites out there, besides here, where I could learn more about RW.
thanks again for the advice and info...