What Is the Value of Your Quilt?
June 20, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Home & Living
Do you know the value of your quilt(s)?
*The quilt or hanging you just made
*The quilt you purchased at a yard sale or auction for a low price
*The quilt Grandma or Great Grandma made
*The old quilt in the attic that has holes, but still has good sections, too, with intricate hand quilting
*The quilt that a child in the family made
Some quilts have monetary value while others are nostalgic. Then you have some that include both.
You may want to have your quilt(s) appraised by someone who’s an expert if you think they have monetary value. For insurance purposes, too, this is a good idea.
Nostalgic Value
Some quilts have mainly nostalgic value, but to the owners, they are very valuable. For instance, the quilt I made with my grandmother for my bed is well worn. Even though it includes many memories. it doesn’t have monetary value. However, it’s of value to me.
What about you? Take a look at your quilted items. What is the value of your quilt(s)?
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(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen
I have no idea how to determine value of quilts, but I do have two old ones that my husband’s grandmother made. I’d say the value there is probably more sentimental.
Aren’t historic themed quilts more valuable?
I love it when they have quilts on The Antique Road Show (one of my favorite shows).
I try to guess the value the appraiser will give, but mostly I love hearing people tell the family stories that go with their quilts.
I would try putting a picture of it on craigslist and see if you get any interest to determine the value, its free and you can always say no to the response!