The short version
- Typical range: £8 – £35
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used oxford shirt is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for oxford shirts, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £35 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £29 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £22 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £15 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £8 | 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 oxford shirt
- Recognised shirtmakers and heritage labels
- Collars and cuffs with no fraying
- Genuine oxford cloth with visible texture
- Mother of pearl buttons on better shirts
What lowers it
- Fraying at the collar edge and cuff
- Yellowing at the collar band
- Replaced plastic buttons on quality shirts
- Very slim or very dated cuts
How to work out what yours is worth
- Run a finger along the collar edge feeling for fraying
- Check the collar band for yellowing
- Measure the collar size and sleeve length
Once you have those three answers you can place your own oxford shirt 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
Where does an oxford shirt wear out?
The collar edge and cuffs, always. Both are very visible and are the first thing a buyer inspects.
Can a frayed collar be repaired?
A shirtmaker can turn a collar, but the cost rarely makes sense on anything but an expensive shirt.
Do buttons matter?
On quality shirts, yes. Mother of pearl buttons signal a better shirt, and replaced plastic ones are noticed.
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