The short version
- Typical range: £5 – £80
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Art & Collectibles
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used figurines is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for figuriness, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £80 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £68 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £52 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £36 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £20 | 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 figurines
- Recognised potteries and discontinued lines
- Original backstamps intact
- No chips, cracks or restoration
- Original boxes and certificates
What lowers it
- Chips on extremities like fingers and ears
- Restoration, which collectors discount heavily
- Crazing in the glaze
- Mass-produced modern figurines
How to work out what yours is worth
- Photograph the backstamp on the base
- Check every extremity for chips and repairs
- Run a finger over the surface feeling for restoration
Once you have those three answers you can place your own figurines 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
How do I identify a figurine?
The backstamp on the base. Photograph it clearly, since maker and line are what determine value.
How can I spot restoration?
Run a finger over the surface — repairs often feel slightly different, and restored areas may fluoresce under UV light.
Does the original box matter?
For collectable lines, yes. Boxed pieces with certificates sell for meaningfully more.
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