Value of old accordions
Old accordion value depends on maker, condition, bellows, reeds, keys, case, playability, and buyer demand. Untested accordions need careful handling.
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Old accordion value depends on maker, condition, bellows, reeds, keys, case, playability, and buyer demand. Untested accordions need careful handling.
Auction records are market evidence, not a final appraisal. Condition, authenticity, provenance, size, medium, completeness, working status, and demand can materially change value.
Quick value checklist
- Maker, model, country, keyboard/button layout, bass buttons, case, straps, labels, and serial numbers.
- Bellows leaks, stuck keys, reed issues, mold, odor, cracked celluloid, missing buttons, strap damage, and case condition.
- Receipts, repair records, musician provenance, and whether it plays without forcing.
What changes the answer
Working condition and repair cost are central. Some Italian, German, and specialized accordions can have demand, but heavy repairs can quickly reduce practical value.
Note: We couldn’t find enough auction records that directly match Value of old accordions to publish a defensible price table. If you are valuing a specific item, include its maker, model, material, photos, and condition so the search can be narrowed.
What similar items actually sold for
To help ground this guide in real market activity, here are recent example auction comps from Appraisily’s internal database. These matched sales are market context only, not an object estimate or identification, and they do not guarantee a price for your specific accordion.
Shown USD range: USD 35-USD 425. Median of these 9 USD examples: USD 150.
| Comparable | What sold | Auction house | Date | Lot | Source-reported amount |
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Piano Accordion | Kestenbaum & Company | 2018-10-22 | 216 | USD 150 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Empire - Vintage accordion | Champagne Auctions | 2020-10-14 | 156 | CAD 200 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Hohner Marca Accordion G/C Diatonic 29-Key Model | Terri Peters & Associates | 2026-04-25 | 428 | USD 60 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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A. BUTTI CO. INC PIANO ACCORDION INSTRUMENT | The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc. | 2022-01-19 | 542 | USD 150 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Excelsior Cosmos III Italian-made electro-acoustic accordion, one popped key, hardshell case, 21” x 24” x 11” case | Ripley Auctions | 2026-07-14 | 432 | USD 200 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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1929-1935 Mother of Pearl Hohner Accordion | District Auction | 2021-11-14 | 159 | USD 130 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Vintage Corona Black Piano Accordion W Case Italy | The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc. | 2026-01-21 | 560 | USD 150 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Scandalli Taranto Vintage Accordion | Bodnar's Auction Sales | 2022-02-09 | 226 | USD 110 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Antique German Jmperial Accordion | EJ'S Auction & Appraisal | 2026-03-28 | 2424 | USD 35 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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An Italian piano accordion | Bamfords Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd | 2024-12-11 | 548 | GBP 20 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
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Signed Working Vintage Accordion With Hard Case | Richard Stedman Estate Services LLC | 2026-01-17 | 81 | USD 425 (buyer’s-premium treatment unknown) |
How these auction records were verified
Each row retains its exact source URL, lot identity, retrieval time, access result, and immutable record hash. Inspect the public comparable provenance record.
Disclosure: prices are shown as reported by auction houses and are provided for appraisal context. Learn more in our editorial policy.
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