24 Jul 2006 at 01:00 - 4
First of all, it is not max as I mentioned earlier.
Secondly, it is missing a second inherent mod, i.e. halves skill recharge of spells (whether 10%/20%).
Thirdly, it is true that the damage shouldn't really matter as casters should be casting and not attacking with their staff or rod.
Finally, a perfect collector's bone staff can be bought for around 5k and would cost another 15k or so to mod so it is unlikely that you would find a buyer for your staff for between 25-35k.
Hope this helps.