Community Chat

[chrystaltree]

Only if you want them for decorative purposes.  Other than that, they have no value.  

[ValuSkr]

If you like them, go for it.

If you like to collect with an eye to future value, collect things that aren't billed as "collectible." They have a better chance because no one else will be collecting, or keeping them in mint condition, etc.

[Regal Bee]

@Group 5 minus 1   My husband and I do a fair amount of antique shopping and from what I can see....the Lladros are holding their value pretty good. The ones I have seen are pricey.

If you can find them at garage sales, I would snap them up...just my opinion. 

[willdob3]

Nicknacks are not a good investment at this time. 

Shelf stable food is the best one to invest in right now. 

[Imaoldhippie]

@Group 5 minus 1 ...............Tell hubby thanks for the heart.

[rockygems123]

@Group 5 minus 1 .  If you want to see current market rate value you can search on ebay for SOLD not current asking price items.  That gives you a great idea as to what is selling or not.

As an antique dealer we need to keep updated on current market trends and this search helps tremendously.

Collectible values are cyclical and right now Lladro, Hummels and Belleek are low.  Keep in mind there's always an exception to the rule with a select few pieces.

[charsha]

I collected a vast array of beaded hand bags for years. None of them have the value I purchased them for, and similarly do not even sell for much on eBay.  So, collect what you want for your own pleasure, as in my case, I have no one interested for me to pass them on to.

Same with retired Dept 56 Dickens Village pieces I have from my mom that passed. Sad they go only for about $10 average, such a difference from then they were originally purchased.

What makes you happy is what it's all about. 

[Kachina624]

@PINKdogWOOD    You ought to see my garage.  I seem to be the recipient of the remnants of everyone's estate.

I remember fondly the days when I actually put my car in the garage.

[mspatmac]

I love my "stuff" and will admit to buying a lot over many years.  I am trying to clean out but as easy as it is to purge clothing, shoes, kitchen gadgets etc., I will keep my "collectibles" (stuff) none of which was bought as an investment.  As long as I have room I will continue to enjoy.

I hope when I'm gone my kids will box  up my Waterford, Lenox and some other stuff and stick in their attic.  What goes around seems to come around!

[Rockycoast]

I did not purchase my Lladro figures to sell at some future time. I got them and the ones that were gifted to me because they give me pleasure. When we downsize they all are coming with me.