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hello I have a W&G sewing machine it was made in 1893> It is n excellent condition. I have the spool holder and all the attachments. It's in the original sewing table with 3 drawers on the side. And I have the original owners manual as well. I want to know how much this machine is worth as of Jan 2011. I can be reacher at any time (254) 285-4563 I can email pictures if need be. Thank you for any information.
Hello Briana,
Thank you for your query but I do not do appraisals without the object physically being in my hands.
Value is subject to condition, rarity and how collectible something might be at any one time. Collectibles go in and out of fashion.
Perhaps you can find someone locally to look at your machine and give you an estimated value.
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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