How to Sell Silverware
Silverware can be a beautiful gift for weddings or anniversaries. Whether it is brand new or an older collection, true silverware (sterling silver) holds its value for many years, sometimes increasing quite a bit. If you want to sell your silverware and are not quite sure what avenue to take, there are a few options to consider. Do a little research beforehand so you have an idea of the value of what you are selling. Does this Spark an idea?
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Call up your local newspaper. A huge segment of the population reads the paper faithfully every day, scouring it to look for good deals. Some newspapers will offer a free listing if the item for sale is less than $50, and others will list it for free and only charge a percentage of the selling price for their fee.
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Sell it online at an auction site. The most popular one, eBay, has made it very easy and user-friendly for you to post pictures and a description of your silverware. It is great fun to watch the auction of your own items get started and then take off as many people join in the bidding process. Of course, don't forget to calculate the cost of the shipping and packaging since silverware can be heavy.
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List it for free on Craiglist. You are allowed so many words and a couple of pictures and can choose whether you want people to call you or just send you an email. This is especially good for people who live close to you because the site is organized by locality.
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Plan a yard sale or join a neighbor's yard sale. Plenty of antique dealers depend on these kinds of sales to get merchandise to show in their stores. Clean up the silverware and display it on a piece of felt or a silverware drawer if you have a lot of it.
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Give it to a consignment shop for them to sell for you. You will get the majority of the sale price and will not have to worry about answering too many questions about it or being available during the day. When it sells, you collect your proceeds, and the shop owner is happy for the business.
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Tips & Warnings
Polish your silverware for the best presentation.
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