The short version
- Typical range: £4 – £30
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Home & Garden
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used picture frames is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for picture framess, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £30 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £25 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £19 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £13 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £7 | 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 picture frames
- Period and gilt frames with original gesso
- Standard sizes that fit common prints
- Complete with backing and glass
- Bundles sold together
What lowers it
- Cracked or missing glass
- Chipped gesso on gilt frames
- Non-standard sizes
- Broken hanging fixings
How to work out what yours is worth
- Measure the aperture, not the outer frame
- Check the glass for cracks and chips
- Bundle small frames rather than listing singly
Once you have those three answers you can place your own picture frames 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 picture frames worth selling?
Individually rarely, but bundles sell steadily. Period and gilt frames are the exception and can be worth a good deal.
What measurement should I give?
The aperture size, which is what the picture must be. Outer frame dimensions are much less useful to buyers.
Does missing glass matter?
It lowers the price, though glass can be cut cheaply. Say clearly whether it is present.
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