The short version
- Typical range: £10 – £50
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used kimono is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for kimonos, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £50 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £42 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £32 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £22 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £12 | 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 kimono
- Genuine silk kimono with hand-stitched seams
- Intact linings and undamaged silk
- Traditional patterns and dyeing techniques
- Obi or accompanying pieces included
What lowers it
- Water marks and staining on silk
- Perished or split linings
- Western fashion robes described as kimono
- Faded or sun-damaged panels
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the seams — genuine kimono are hand-stitched
- Inspect the lining, which perishes before the outer
- Photograph the pattern and any damage in daylight
Once you have those three answers you can place your own kimono 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a kimono and a kimono-style robe?
A genuine kimono is a traditional Japanese garment with hand-stitched seams and specific construction. Western robes borrow the shape only.
How can I tell if silk is genuine?
Hand-stitched seams and the weight and handle of the fabric. Describe what you can see rather than guessing at age.
Do linings matter?
Yes. Kimono linings perish before the outer silk and are difficult to replace, so check them carefully.
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