WHAT'S IT WORTH?

The following items are a sampling of values from the 2007 edition of William Lewis' book, "Money for Your Used Clothing." The first number is for items in "better" condition; the second is for those in "good" condition.

Men's short-sleeve casual shirt: $18, $10.

Men's fleece jacket: $17, $14.

Men's casual ski jacket: $66, $50.

Men's two-piece dress suit: $50, $40.

Men's casual shoes with laces: $12, $5.

Women's long-sleeved dressy blouse: $13, $9.

Women's dress: $23, $13.

Women's suit (skirt and jacket): $40, $19.

Women's leather dress shoes: $12, $8.

Costume jewelry necklace: $12, $4.

Boys' denim pants: $14, $8.

Girls' one- or two-piece swimsuit: $9, $7.

Electric food processor: $9, $7.

Washer/dryer set: $170, $90.

Bath towels: $3, $2.

Dining room set: $250, $60.

Office desk (wood): $100, $66.

Sofa: $299, $140.

Baby car seat: $40, $25.

Baby stroller: $27, $20.

JOHN EWOLDT