The short version
- Typical range: £25 – £110
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used varsity jacket is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for varsity jackets, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £110 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £93 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £71 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £49 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £27 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a varsity jacket
- Genuine period jackets with wool bodies and leather sleeves
- Original chenille patches and lettering intact
- Recognised school, team or brand associations
- Supple leather sleeves with no cracking
What lowers it
- Cracked or dried leather sleeves
- Missing or reattached patches
- Moth damage to the wool body
- Modern reproductions sold as vintage
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the inner label for maker and era
- Flex the leather sleeves to check for cracking
- Photograph every patch and any lettering
Once you have those three answers you can place your own varsity jacket on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Are varsity jackets worth collecting?
Genuine period jackets are, particularly with original patches. Modern reproductions sell for far less.
Do the patches matter?
Considerably. Original chenille patches and lettering are much of what buyers are paying for, and removed patches lower the value sharply.
How do I care for leather sleeves before selling?
A light leather conditioner restores suppleness and improves how the jacket photographs. Do not over-apply.
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