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Expert: - 4/7/2008


Question

sewing machine
Hi, I have an original "American Girl" mini sewing machine made by the National Sewing Machine Co. I would greatly appreciate it if you could tell me the age and value of this unit with the original box and as you can see in the pictures,the table hold down clamp also. To the best of your ability.Everything seems to be working perfectly on it.

Thank You for your time
Allan Ingleright

Answer
Hello Allan,
Cute machine and it appears to be in nice condition. Thank you for including a clear photograph.
As to value .............If your machine is in excellent condition, with the original box, clamp etc. (which it appears it might be) then I'd place a value of around $200 - $250 on it.
The machine dates to the 1920's - 1930's.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Irene

Irene Schwall

Expertise

I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2. I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing. I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.

Experience

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Organizations
Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo



Publications
I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles. I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.

Education/Credentials
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