The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £120
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Home & Garden
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used wall mirror is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for wall mirrors, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £120 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £102 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £78 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £54 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £30 | 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 wall mirror
- Antique and design frames with a following
- Original mercury or period glass on antique pieces
- Solid frames with no splits or missing gesso
- Secure hanging fixings already fitted
What lowers it
- Desilvering at the edges, showing as dark patches
- Chips and cracks in the glass
- Damaged or missing frame moulding
- Very large mirrors that are impractical to transport
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the edges of the glass for desilvering
- Inspect the frame for splits, especially at the corners
- Measure it and decide honestly whether it can be posted
Once you have those three answers you can place your own wall mirror 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 old mirrors worth anything?
The frame usually carries the value. Antique and design frames sell well, while the glass itself is rarely worth much unless it is period.
What is desilvering?
The reflective backing breaking down, showing as dark cloudy patches at the edges. On antiques it is often accepted as patina; on modern mirrors it is a fault.
Should I post a mirror?
Generally no. Glass is high risk in transit, and most mirrors sell better as local collection.
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