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el_scorpio2000
Mar 18, 2010, 06:30 AM
First of all, please excuse me for my bad english as I am not a native english speaker. I found in the attick (clichee I presume) an antique singer sewing machine. Its serial number is 209101. Singer.com dated it to early 1860's if I remember corretly. What I am asking from you is if you know how, or where to go to get a good appraisal of the item. I can make photos if you'd like. BTW I am from romania, so I think the solution to the appraisal is online only . Thank you for your time, and I wish you only the best!

RickJ
Mar 18, 2010, 06:47 AM
If the serial number is correct, then the machine with your serial number was manufactured in 1859 (reference (http://www.sewalot.com/dating_singer_sewing_machine_by_serial_number.htm) ). This is a very early date, as Singer started manufacturing them in 1851.

Knowing that, one good source is eBay. Go to eBay and search "antique singer sewing machine" - and look for models dating in the 1850s and 1860s - to see what people are asking for them... and better yet, put them on your watch list to see what they are selling for.

Condition, of course, will be a big factor.

Beyond that, contact some antique dealers to get their opinion.

el_scorpio2000
Mar 24, 2010, 10:49 AM
Thank's a lot. I will do that. I am sure you people (who try and help others) will have a reserved place in heaven :) . BTW if others have any more ideas please don't be shy. Thank's again!

RickJ
Mar 26, 2010, 07:56 AM
I am sure you people (who try and help others) will have a reserved place in heaven :) .

Yes, we do, we'll hope to see you there! :)