The short version
- Typical range: £8 – £55
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Bags & Handbags
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used purse is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for purses, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £55 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £46 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £35 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £24 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £13 | 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 purse
- Designer labels with entry-level appeal
- Full-grain leather with even patina
- Card slots that still grip
- Box, dust bag and authenticity card
What lowers it
- Stretched card slots
- Split edge paint along the seams
- Coin section linings that have torn
- Bonded leather, which flakes
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the card slots still hold cards firmly
- Inspect the edge paint on every seam
- Photograph the interior and coin section
Once you have those three answers you can place your own purse 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
Do designer purses hold value?
Yes, reasonably well. They are an accessible entry point into a brand and stay in demand second hand.
What wears out on a purse?
Card slots stretch and edge paint splits. Both are very visible and are what buyers inspect first.
Does the box matter?
For designer purses it helps meaningfully, since they are often bought as gifts.
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