General tip on how to find the value of a figure
Jan 21, 2015 16:26:20 GMT -5
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Post by Cyan on Jan 21, 2015 16:26:20 GMT -5
Over the past few weeks I've seen a few comments about how to find the value of a figure. As collectors, we all want to know what a fair price is and if we're trading or selling, we all want a fair deal.
I thought I'd take the time to post this general tip about how to find the approximate value of a figure. I know as collectors we all make up different age groups and experiences, so I'm hoping this can help anyone new to the game, or getting more involved. Now, I'm aware that value is relative. What's worth spending $40 dollars on to one person, is a rip off to someone else. So, again this is just a guide to get a starting point so you know what's within a fair price range.
In my opinion, the best way to get a general value right away is to go to eBay and do a search for what ever you're looking for. For this example, we'll use a Mattel Elite Tyson Kidd.
When you get your search results, look to the right of the search bar and click the "Advanced" link:
On the next screen go down to "Search Including" and check off "Sold listings"
"Completed listings" will give you all listings that have ended, whether or not they have sold. But since we're going for an actual value that people pay for it, check off "Sold listings". Then, hit the blue "search" button on the same page (just above it) and this will then bring up a new thread showing you all the figures that have sold. They'll tell you how much they were sold for, on what day, and if it was free shipping or not.
This is where you can start to get an idea of value. In the case of the Elite Tyson Kidd, there are about three different ways to figure out the value:
#1 is a loose Elite Tyson Kidd with no shirt.
#2 is a loose Elite Tyson Kidd with a shirt.
#3 is a MOC Tyson Kidd.
Pay close attention to the condition of the figures in the pictures and note any nicks, scratches, wear and tear, etc . . . try to find figures that are in line with the value you're trying to determine. And, be sure to compare pics of MOC figures with loose ones to spot if any alterations have been made, like head swaps or missing pads.
From here I recommended finding the last four sold listings in each of the above categories to determine the value. You'll take the four sold amounts and figure out the average cost based on those sales.
If you don't know how to figure out an average it's simple: Add up all the numbers (in this case four numbers), then divide that sum by how many you've added up (again in this case it's four different sales) and that will give you the average sold value.
So let's look at the three types of Elite Tyson Kidd sales and see their average value:
#1 Loose Elite Tyson Kidd with no shirt
$32.00 - 1/17
$47.00 - 12/30
$41.22 - 12/3
$31.99 - 11/25
Average cost = $38.05
#2 Loose Elite Tyson Kidd with a shirt
$39.00 - 1/9
$41.89 - 12/26
$40.00 - 12/15
$40.00 - 12/2
Average cost = $40.22
#3 MOC Tyson Kidd (I only found two listings so we'll average the two sales)
$108.49 - 1/10
$66.00 - 11/22
Average cost = $87.25
With his information, you're in a great position to make an offer on a trade, buy a figure, or list one for sale yourself.
I hope this helps some of you!
I thought I'd take the time to post this general tip about how to find the approximate value of a figure. I know as collectors we all make up different age groups and experiences, so I'm hoping this can help anyone new to the game, or getting more involved. Now, I'm aware that value is relative. What's worth spending $40 dollars on to one person, is a rip off to someone else. So, again this is just a guide to get a starting point so you know what's within a fair price range.
In my opinion, the best way to get a general value right away is to go to eBay and do a search for what ever you're looking for. For this example, we'll use a Mattel Elite Tyson Kidd.
When you get your search results, look to the right of the search bar and click the "Advanced" link:
On the next screen go down to "Search Including" and check off "Sold listings"
"Completed listings" will give you all listings that have ended, whether or not they have sold. But since we're going for an actual value that people pay for it, check off "Sold listings". Then, hit the blue "search" button on the same page (just above it) and this will then bring up a new thread showing you all the figures that have sold. They'll tell you how much they were sold for, on what day, and if it was free shipping or not.
This is where you can start to get an idea of value. In the case of the Elite Tyson Kidd, there are about three different ways to figure out the value:
#1 is a loose Elite Tyson Kidd with no shirt.
#2 is a loose Elite Tyson Kidd with a shirt.
#3 is a MOC Tyson Kidd.
Pay close attention to the condition of the figures in the pictures and note any nicks, scratches, wear and tear, etc . . . try to find figures that are in line with the value you're trying to determine. And, be sure to compare pics of MOC figures with loose ones to spot if any alterations have been made, like head swaps or missing pads.
From here I recommended finding the last four sold listings in each of the above categories to determine the value. You'll take the four sold amounts and figure out the average cost based on those sales.
If you don't know how to figure out an average it's simple: Add up all the numbers (in this case four numbers), then divide that sum by how many you've added up (again in this case it's four different sales) and that will give you the average sold value.
So let's look at the three types of Elite Tyson Kidd sales and see their average value:
#1 Loose Elite Tyson Kidd with no shirt
$32.00 - 1/17
$47.00 - 12/30
$41.22 - 12/3
$31.99 - 11/25
Average cost = $38.05
#2 Loose Elite Tyson Kidd with a shirt
$39.00 - 1/9
$41.89 - 12/26
$40.00 - 12/15
$40.00 - 12/2
Average cost = $40.22
#3 MOC Tyson Kidd (I only found two listings so we'll average the two sales)
$108.49 - 1/10
$66.00 - 11/22
Average cost = $87.25
With his information, you're in a great position to make an offer on a trade, buy a figure, or list one for sale yourself.
I hope this helps some of you!
