Photo valuation for US sellers
How much is it worth? Take a photo and find out.
Upload a photo of something you own. You get a price range, the web sources it's based on, and whether it's worth selling.
What you get back
Every result has five parts: what the item is, an estimated price range, how confident the estimate is, the web pages it was based on, and a suggested next step. If the photo isn't clear enough, the result says so and tells you what to photograph instead.
- What it is
- The maker, model, pattern or era, as far as the photo shows.
- Price range
- What a private seller in the US could expect, in dollars. Always a range, never one number.
- Confidence
- High, medium or low, with the reason. Low confidence comes with a tip for a better photo.
- Sources
- The web pages the estimate was based on, so you can check them.
- Next step
- Sell it yourself, check further, or get a second opinion, based on the value.
How we suggest a next step
| Top of the range | Suggested next step |
|---|---|
| Under $10 | Donate it or sell it in a bundle |
| $10 to $100 | List it yourself: Facebook Marketplace, eBay, a yard sale |
| $100 to $1,000 | Check the sources, then list where similar items sell |
| Over $1,000 | Get a second opinion before you sell |
What it works on
Most things that sell second-hand in the US. Marks, labels and model numbers make the biggest difference to the result.
- Coins and paper moneyDates, mint marks, silver content
- Trading cardsPokémon, sports, Magic. Raw cards; graded slabs by their label
- AntiquesFurniture, pottery, glass, silver
- Jewelry and watchesGold, silver, signed costume pieces, mechanical watches
- Designer bags and sneakersPriced as if authentic. We can't verify that from a photo
- Vinyl records and comicsLabel, pressing and issue number help a lot
- Toys, LEGO and video gamesBoxed or loose, complete or not
- Electronics and camerasModel numbers matter more than looks
- KitchenwarePyrex, Corning Ware, cast iron, Le Creuset
- Tools and furnitureBrand and model, or maker's marks underneath
Not suited to: real estate, vehicles, one-off artworks by unknown artists, or anything that needs authentication to be priced.
How it works
Step 1
Take a clear photo
Get the whole item in frame in daylight. If it has a maker's mark, label, serial number or date, make sure it's readable, or mention it in the note.
Step 2
We identify it and search for prices
Google's Gemini AI works out what the item is, then searches the web for what the same or similar items sell for second-hand in the US.
Step 3
You get a range and a next step
You see a price range, how sure the estimate is, the web pages it used, and whether the item is worth selling yourself or worth a second opinion.
Read how we work out the price, and what we can't tell from a photo
When you should use an appraiser instead
Use a credentialed appraiser for insurance schedules, estate and probate filings, divorce settlements, and donations you plan to deduct: the IRS generally requires a qualified appraisal for non-cash donations over $5,000 (IRS Publication 561). Do the same for anything you think is worth more than a few thousand dollars. Our estimate helps you decide whether that fee is worth paying.
Look for members of the American Society of Appraisers, the Appraisers Association of America or the International Society of Appraisers.
Who uses it
- Clearing out a house
- Photograph the things you're unsure about. Keep or sell the ones over your threshold, donate the rest.
- Before you sell
- Start from a price range and real listings instead of guessing or copying the highest asking price.
- At a thrift store or estate sale
- Check the price tag against what similar items sell for before you pay.
- Something you inherited
- Find out whether a ring or a set of china is worth a trip to a jeweler or an appraiser.
Questions people ask before they upload
Can I take a picture to see how much something is worth?
Yes. Take a photo with your phone or upload one you already have. We identify the item, search the web for what it sells for second-hand in the US, and give you a price range with the sources we found listed underneath. It works best when the whole item is in frame and any label, maker's mark or serial number is visible.
Is it free?
Your first valuation is free when you create an account, and no card is needed. After that you buy credit packs: one credit is one valuation, starting at 20 for $4.99. Credits never expire and there's no subscription.
Where does the price come from?
Google's Gemini AI identifies the item from your photo, then searches the web for what the same or similar items sell for second-hand in the US. The range is its estimate from what it found. Every result lists the web pages it used so you can check them yourself.
Is this an appraisal?
No. It's an estimate, not an appraisal. No appraiser has examined your item, and we can't confirm it's authentic. Insurers, courts and the IRS need a written appraisal from a qualified appraiser. Our estimate helps you decide whether paying for one makes sense.
What happens to my photo?
Your photo is sent to Google Gemini to identify the item and is not stored on our servers after your result is ready. We keep the result itself (the item name, price range and sources) in your account so you can come back to it.
Why is the value different from what I see listed online?
Listings show what sellers are asking, and many of those items never sell at that price. A fair resale price is usually lower than the asking prices you see. Condition matters too: a chip, missing lid or missing box can cut the price of a collectible a lot.