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hi Irene, I've got a vulcan minor sewing machine i was just wondering if its worth anything.
Its red, made in England, it has raised yellow letters on it saying Vulcan at the top and minor at the bottom, it has a metal handle with a ivory nob to turn it, i also have the original box and instruction manual and a clamp to fix it to tables etc.
Hello Debs,
Toy sewing machines in excellent condition are always collectible but they do not necessarily bring high prices unless they are rare or very early ones.
The Vulcan Minor complete with all attachments, box, manual etc. and in excellent condition values at around $100 - $150.
Regards,
Irene
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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
See information provided above.
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
See information provided above.
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