The short version
- Typical range: £4 – £25
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used tie is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for ties, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £25 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £21 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £16 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £11 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £6 | 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 tie
- Woven silk from recognised makers
- Hand-rolled and hand-stitched construction
- Intact tipping and keeper loops
- No stains or water marks
What lowers it
- Water marks and food stains, often permanent
- Frayed tipping at the blade
- Loose or unravelling stitching
- Polyester ties, worth very little
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the composition label for silk
- Inspect the tipping at the wide end
- Hold it up to check it hangs straight
Once you have those three answers you can place your own tie 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 ties worth selling?
Woven silk ties from recognised makers sell reasonably. Polyester ties sell for very little.
Can a stained tie be cleaned?
Silk marks easily and stains are often permanent. Specialist cleaning sometimes works but is rarely economic.
Why does a tie not hang straight?
Usually a twisted or damaged interlining, which cannot easily be corrected. Check by holding it up before listing.
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