Used cashmere sweaters in the UAE typically sell for AED 99 to AED 445 (about $27 to $120). Cashmere is judged almost entirely on how it has been washed and stored, which is why two identical jumpers can sell for very different amounts.
What cashmere sweaters are worth in the UAE
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | AED 445 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | AED 378 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | AED 289 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | AED 200 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | AED 111 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Full-fashioned shoulders and a soft, dense handle
- Classic colours that sell in any season
What pulls it down
- Moth holes, which are common and immediately visible
- Stretched cuffs and hems that no longer recover
Selling a cashmere sweater in the UAE
Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
The UAE has an unusually active second-hand market driven by how often people arrive and leave — relocation sales mean good-quality items turn over quickly and often at well below their age.
Domestic courier coverage is quick and cheap by international standards, and most of the population is within a short drive of everyone else.
Trading is not open in the Emirates yet, so treat this as a reference page: the pricing and the checks below hold, but the listings will appear once sellers here start posting.
Working out what yours is worth
- Check the composition label for the cashmere percentage and ply
- De-pill it carefully before photographing
Getting it ready
- De-pill it properly with a cashmere comb or a fabric shaver. This takes twenty minutes and reliably adds to the price.
- Hold it up to a window and check for moth holes, which are small, round and easy to miss under artificial light.
Photograph
- The composition label showing the cashmere percentage and ply if stated
- A close, well-lit shot of the knit surface after de-pilling, to prove the condition
- Any hole, thin patch or repair, photographed against a light background so the size is clear
Put in the description
- The exact cashmere percentage, and what the rest of the blend is
- Pit-to-pit and body length laid flat
- The ply if the label states it, since two-ply wears far better than single
Light, compact and cheap to post, so there is no reason to limit yourself to local buyers. Fold with tissue rather than compressing it hard, and use a waterproof mailing bag.
Sells from October through February, with a clear peak before Christmas. Outside that window prices soften noticeably, so a summer listing is usually worth holding.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the AED 445 a buyer pays is the AED 445 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of the United Arab Emirates with their own page for cashmere sweaters.
- Selling a cashmere sweater in Dubai
- Selling a cashmere sweater in Sharjah
- Selling a cashmere sweater in Abu Dhabi
- Selling a cashmere sweater in Al Ain
- Selling a cashmere sweater in Ajman
Common questions
Where can I sell a cashmere sweater in the UAE?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
How much has it pilled?
De-pill first, then photograph the result. “De-pilled before listing” is a genuinely persuasive line because most sellers do not bother.
Is used cashmere worth buying or selling?
Yes, on both sides. Good cashmere outlasts most wardrobes, and buyers actively look for it second hand because the new price is high.
Do moth holes make a cashmere jumper unsellable?
Not unsellable, but they lower the price considerably. Disclose them with a photograph — buyers will find them.
More: how to sell a cashmere sweater, what cashmere sweaters are worth, or Clothing across the United Arab Emirates.