Is there any value to the bradford exchange collectors plates?
On One Hand: Bradford Exchange Plates Have ValueFounded in 1973, the Bradford Exchange produces many collectible items, including limited edition collector plates. These plates often have images of animals, sports figures and other celebrities. Many of these plates have value. For instance, a 1992 Elvis Presley plate is worth approximately $50.On the Other: Don’t Expect to Make a FortureThe interest in collector plates began to wane in the 1980’s as supply began to outweigh demand. Further value reductions were seen in the late 1990’s when commercial websites like Ebay made collectors plates more available. Like most collectibles, demand softens in weak economies.Bottom LineUnless your Bradford Exchange collector plates are extremely rare and sought after, chances are you won’t be able to retire by selling your collection.
