Tried it on June 18,2007
Patch 2.1.2
Did not work for me, tried several GMs and they all basically said they can not return gold to me and to be more alert and aware of scams/scammers from now on >.<
Edit: Just got E-Mail from Blizzard Explaining themselves. Same results but will post it.
Greetings (my name)
Thank you for contacting the World of Warcraft Game Master Department.
Unfortunately, we were unable to provide the restoration you requested.
While we make every effort to verify your loss there are times where
restoration is not possible. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience
you may have been caused.
Please remember that restorations are NOT always guaranteed. For
further information please check our Restoration Policy located at
(http://www.blizzard.com/support/wowgm/?id=agm01724p)
Thank you again for contacting us.
*** Please do not respond to this email as all conversations on this
matter would be best handled online. ***
Regards,
Game Master Ryavale
Blizzard Entertainment
www.worldofwarcraft.com
Customer satisfaction is a top priority here at Blizzard Entertainment,
and we would like your feedback on the level of service you have
received. Please feel free to provide such feedback at the following web
address:
http://www.blizzard.com/support/(my ID)