Garage Sale Antiques & Collectibles Prices: What to Charge
Antiques and collectibles can be the surprise moneymakers at a garage sale, but only when they are priced with a little homework. Common vintage kitchenware, glassware and toys bring modest prices, while rare Pyrex patterns, key coins or valuable cards can be worth much more. Look up sold listings before you write tags, keep sets together, and never clean old coins with harsh chemicals. Display nicer pieces on a table where shoppers can inspect them without digging through bins. When in doubt, price a little high and be ready to negotiate after you have done your research.
Typical antiques & collectibles prices
| Item | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vintage glassware (each) | $2–$15 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Pyrex dish | $5–$40 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Depression glass piece | $3–$25 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Sports cards (lot) | $5–$50 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Old coins | $1–$25 | Check melt value first. Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Vintage toys | $5–$40 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Costume jewelry (lot) | $1–$5 | |
| Vintage jewelry (each) | $5–$50 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| China set | $20–$100 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Framed vintage art | $10–$75 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
| Collectible figurines | $3–$30 | Research before pricing: check sold listings. |
Pricing tips for antiques & collectibles
- Look up sold prices on marketplaces before you tag glassware, Pyrex, cards, coins or figurines.
- Do not wash old coins; cleaning can lower value. Note the date and check melt value for silver.
- Price rare or high-value pieces on their own instead of mixing them into a cheap lot.
- Take a phone photo of each tag and item so you can look up values again if a buyer asks.
Want more detail? Read our full guide: How to price antiques and collectibles at a garage sale.
Common questions
How do I price antiques at a garage sale?
Start with sold listings for the same brand, pattern or year. Price common pieces in the ranges on this page, and tag rare items individually after you research them.
Should I sell collectible coins at a garage sale?
Common coins can go in a small lot, but check melt value and sold prices first. Valuable or rare coins are safer to sell to a dealer or collector who understands grading.
More garage sale prices by category
- Furniture prices
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- Kids & Baby prices
- Electronics prices
- Tools & Garage prices
- Books & Media prices
- Kitchen & Home prices
- Sports & Outdoors prices
- Holiday & Seasonal Decor prices
- Appliances prices
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