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How to Price Boyd's Bears at Garage Sales

Boyd̵7;s Bears began in 1979 as a small antique shop that also sold plush stuffed animals; today the company offers an assortment of products including figurines, accessories, pottery and home décor. Collectors̵7; eyes have been caught by the scarcity and rarity of certain Boyd̵7;s Bears. Selling old or unwanted Boyd̵7;s Bears at a garage sale can help you clear clutter while making a bargain hunter̵7;s or collector̵7;s day. A little background knowledge and preparation can help when pricing your Boyd̵7;s Bears for a garage sale.

Things You'll Need

Boyd̵7;s Bears
Pen
Sticky Notes or Tags
Internet Access
Tables

Instructions

- 1
  Decide which Boyd̵7;s Bears you want to sell and gather them together.
- 2
  Research the retail cost of your Boyd̵7;s Bears individually so you know which are collector̵7;s items and, thus, worth more. Sites like BearMuseum.com can help you establish which Boyd̵7;s Bears are retired. BoydsBear.com lists bears currently available for order as well as their price.
- 3
  Consider the current condition of your Boyd̵7;s Bears and determine appropriate pricing. According to GarageSaleSource.com, items should be priced between 10 percent and 30 percent of their retail value. Price collectible Boyd̵7;s Bears slightly higher than the amount you actually want for them, since customers might haggle. Do not price the item too high, however, as it could be a deterrent for customers.
- 4
  Clearly write the price of each bear on your labels or sticky notes. Different colored sticky notes or labels make for quick distinction of price.
- 5
  Arrange your Boyd's Bears on tables with the prices you decided before opening your garage sale for business. Avoid putting labels directly on Boyd's Bears, as they could stick to the fur. Arrange bears in groups by price to avoid confusion. Using different tables for differently priced bears helps ensure they are sold for the intended amount.

Collecting Vintage Toys