Are Boy Scout patches worth any money?

Boy Scouts memorabilia Those who’ve held onto their patches and medallions have found those items can become very valuable. Large collections are worth the most. Depending on age and condition, some patches could get bids of around $50 or more, while full merit sashes can go for hundreds of dollars.

Can you sell Boy Scout patches?

As a Boy Scout memorabilia dealer I have been buying and selling Boy Scout patch collections since I got very serious on eBay in 2004. That was the year I started doing consignment and discovered that I could take my fun hobby and turn it into a business. Yes! Your Boy Scout memorabilia might be worth some money.

What do you do with old Scout patches?

You can contact a local history museum, library or historical society. One of these organizations might want to highlight Scouting memorabilia specific to the area. Let’s say you find an old uniform, which features a troop number sewed on it. You could try contacting the unit’s leaders to see if they want it.

Can you hot glue Boy Scout patches?

Using Hot Glue to Attach Scouting Patches (Best in a Pinch) A hot glue gun is one of the cheapest and easiest ways you can attach merit badges and other patches to your sash!

What is the rarest Boy Scout patch?

1947 World Jamboree French Maitrese Patch A patch that sold for over $71,000! A quote from the listing: “This is the rarest patch from the Jamboree 1947 that I am proposing now on Ebay. With reference to the Jamboree 1947 French website… only 98 have been produced.

What are old Boy Scout books worth?

Almost all of the items that are affiliated with the Boy Scouts are Collectible, but most will only be worth $5-10, even if they’re from the 50′s, 60′s, or 70′s.

What is the most valuable Boy Scout patch?

1947 World Jamboree French Maitrese Patch A patch that sold for over $71,000! A quote from the listing: “This is the rarest patch from the Jamboree 1947 that I am proposing now on Ebay.

How much is Boy Scout stuff worth?

The variety of Boy Scouts memorabilia impacts the market as items from the 1910s to the 1940s with established provenance in good condition command prices from $250 to $5,000 depending on various factors. Knowing where to market your Boy Scout item is where my expertise can help you.

What’s the difference between a patch and a badge?

Patches are to be worn on the back of vests or sashes, while badges are worn on the front.

Are Boy Scout patches iron on or sew on?

Unfortunately, Cub Scout patches are not iron on. They’ll need to be sewn on with either a sewing machine or by hand.

How do you know what Boy Scout patches you have?

Check for the seal like the one seen at left, or look for a BSA holographic sticker or hangtag on the item that bears the same seal. All items produced after Jan. 1, 2007, will have them. The seal can be found on the product packaging or the product itself.