The short version
- Typical range: £10 – £180
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Art & Collectibles
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used pottery is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for potterys, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £180 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £153 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £117 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £81 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £45 | 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 pottery
- Studio pieces with identifiable potter’s marks
- Recognised factories and discontinued ranges
- No chips, cracks or restoration
- Larger and more unusual forms
What lowers it
- Chips on rims and foot rings
- Hairline cracks, which ring dull when tapped
- Restoration, which collectors discount heavily
- Common factory ware in large supply
How to work out what yours is worth
- Photograph the base mark clearly
- Tap the piece gently and listen for a dull ring
- Run a finger around rims and the foot
Once you have those three answers you can place your own pottery 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 pottery?
The mark on the base. Photograph it clearly — studio potters use personal marks and factories use identifiable backstamps.
How do I check for cracks?
Tap gently and listen. A clear ring means sound; a dull thud usually means a hairline crack somewhere.
Does restoration affect value?
Considerably. Collectors discount restored pieces heavily, so it must be disclosed even when it is invisible.
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