Selling clears maybe within the rules of the game - but is it within the spirit?

[Teraluna]

A discussion took place on my server yesterday re selling clears - started by someone offering them in general chat.

After some protests in response, several people assured that this had been ok'd by SE, and I can understand from a business perspective why they'd accept it.
- someone who's paid for the clears is of course likely to stick with the game after forking out their cash.

Now this appears to satisfy both parties, those who are selling and those who are buying - but to me it still feels a bit strange and can possibly throw a shadow over achievements.

After watching the discussion unfold on chat I was left with this: The next time I see someone with a nice mount, title, gear etc
- I'd wonder did they play well for this or just buy it through clear selling groups?

Each to his own I guess - thoughts?