Author Topic: Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?  (Read 1386 times)

crystalb

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Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?
« on: March 23, 2010, 12:49:22 am »
I have this little bird cage that has been sitting by my fireplace collecting dust for years. My mom brought it in, but I honestly have no clue on what is it (a function cage or decoration), how old it is, or if it's even worth anything. Really, it could be worth $20- I don't know anything about antiques to be honest! I just thought it looked very aged, so I got curious.

Any ideas? I looked for any signature or stamp that may give me SOME information, but I found none.

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hosman321

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Re: Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?
« Reply #1 on: March 23, 2010, 12:57:09 am »
This cage appears to be a modern decorative cage, probably not that old. Made within the past 15 years or so. Still pretty cool to decorate with, looks to be good sized. I'd ask for at least $40 for it if you sell it, it's worth that even if it were brand new. I collect antique bird cages and the "age" on this one looks simulated to me.

crystalb

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Re: Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?
« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2010, 01:06:22 am »
You'd know better than me! Thanks for the advice.

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Re: Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?
« Reply #3 on: March 23, 2010, 03:50:49 pm »
crystal it could even be up to 20+ years of age.  Nice cage and stand.

In my area it could sell for up to $50.
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Re: Is This Bird Cage Worth Anything?
« Reply #4 on: March 24, 2010, 11:06:53 am »
I think Hosman321 is right that it is decorative. The bar spacing looks too wide for use with small birds, and the cage is too small for larger birds.
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