Understanding Round Top Pricing
Round Top offers something for every budget—from $5 vintage finds to $50,000 museum-quality antiques. Here's what to expect.
Price Ranges by Category
Small Decor & Accessories
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage glassware | $5-25 | $25-75 | $75-200+ |
| Picture frames | $10-40 | $40-150 | $150-500 |
| Candlesticks (pair) | $20-50 | $50-150 | $150-400 |
| Decorative boxes | $15-40 | $40-100 | $100-300 |
| Vintage books | $5-20 | $20-75 | $75-200+ |
| Small pottery/ceramics | $15-50 | $50-150 | $150-500 |
Furniture
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side chairs | $50-150 | $150-400 | $400-1,500+ |
| Dining chairs (each) | $75-200 | $200-500 | $500-2,000+ |
| Side tables | $75-250 | $250-600 | $600-2,000 |
| Coffee tables | $150-400 | $400-1,200 | $1,200-4,000 |
| Dressers/chests | $200-600 | $600-1,500 | $1,500-5,000+ |
| Dining tables | $400-1,200 | $1,200-3,500 | $3,500-15,000+ |
| Armoires | $500-1,500 | $1,500-4,000 | $4,000-20,000+ |
| Sofas/settees | $400-1,200 | $1,200-3,000 | $3,000-10,000+ |
Lighting
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table lamps | $40-100 | $100-350 | $350-1,200 |
| Sconces (pair) | $75-200 | $200-600 | $600-2,000 |
| Chandeliers | $150-500 | $500-2,000 | $2,000-15,000+ |
| Pendant lights | $75-200 | $200-600 | $600-2,500 |
Textiles & Rugs
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage linens | $10-40 | $40-150 | $150-500 |
| Quilts | $75-250 | $250-800 | $800-3,000+ |
| Grain sacks | $20-75 | $75-200 | $200-400 |
| Area rugs (5x7) | $200-600 | $600-2,000 | $2,000-10,000+ |
| Persian rugs | $400-1,500 | $1,500-5,000 | $5,000-50,000+ |
Art & Mirrors
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & lithographs | $25-100 | $100-400 | $400-1,500 |
| Original paintings | $100-500 | $500-2,500 | $2,500-25,000+ |
| Vintage mirrors | $75-250 | $250-800 | $800-3,000 |
| Antique mirrors | $200-600 | $600-2,000 | $2,000-10,000+ |
Fashion & Accessories
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage jewelry | $15-75 | $75-300 | $300-2,000+ |
| Designer hats | $50-150 | $150-400 | $400-1,000+ |
| Vintage handbags | $30-100 | $100-400 | $400-2,000+ |
| Cowboy boots | $75-200 | $200-500 | $500-1,500+ |
| Vintage clothing | $20-75 | $75-250 | $250-1,000+ |
Architectural & Garden
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | High-End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage doors | $100-300 | $300-800 | $800-3,000+ |
| Iron gates | $200-600 | $600-2,000 | $2,000-8,000+ |
| Garden urns (pair) | $150-400 | $400-1,200 | $1,200-5,000 |
| Mantels | $200-800 | $800-2,500 | $2,500-10,000+ |
| Columns | $100-400 | $400-1,200 | $1,200-4,000 |
What Affects Price?
Higher prices for:
- Documented provenance
- Original finish/paint
- Rare or unusual pieces
- Signed or attributed pieces
- Excellent condition
- Large scale pieces
- French or European origin
Lower prices for:
- Reproductions
- Refinished pieces
- Common items
- Pieces needing repair
- American vs. European (sometimes)
- Last day of show
Budget Shopping Tips
Under $100:
- Focus on small decor and accessories
- Vintage kitchenware and linens
- Single chairs (not matching sets)
- Field vendors and smaller tents
- Last day of shows
$100-500:
- Side tables and small furniture
- Quality vintage textiles
- Original art by unknown artists
- Lighting fixtures
- Decorative objects
$500-2,000:
- Good quality furniture pieces
- Antique chairs and small tables
- Vintage rugs
- Original artwork
- Chandeliers and statement lighting
$2,000+:
- Investment antiques
- Large furniture (armoires, tables)
- Fine rugs
- Significant artwork
- Architectural pieces
Is It a Good Deal?
Research before you go:
- Check 1stDibs, Chairish, and eBay for comparables
- Know what you're looking for
- Understand the difference between antique, vintage, and reproduction
At Round Top:
- Compare similar pieces at multiple vendors
- Ask about the piece's history and origin
- Trust your gut—if you love it, it's worth it to you
Remember: Condition, rarity, and authenticity matter more than age. A well-made piece from the 1920s might be worth more than a poorly made piece from the 1820s.
Happy shopping!