Runescape had such a problem with scammers and gold-farmers abusing the trade function, that they recently introduced the "Grand Exchange". This is basically a stock exchange that lists every tradeable object in the game.
The price of each item has a floor and a ceiling, though I think this can gradually change over time to reflect demand.
Something like a Grand Exchange for each realm would probably be pretty neat. Instead of selling an item, or trying to track down someone to give it to, you could just throw it on the exchange, and you could find a buyer (while also helping your realm). It would bring buyers and sellers together.
A Grand Exchange might also allow NGD greater control over the economy of RO.
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