Ribbon Market Prices
Analysis of 162,575 ribbon listings to determine current market value.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 789% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Polyester and Grosgrain ribbons, which align with the market median of 1.25. Significant premiums are paid for Wire-Edged types (+859%) and Gold colors (+668%).
💚 Best value for your money
Price by width
Why? Prices scale with size, ranging from 1.15 for 5/8" to 7 for 2".
Price by color
Why? Standard colors like Multicolor are 1.25, while Gold commands a premium at 9.6.
Price by material
Why? Synthetic options like Polyester are 1.25, whereas Jute reaches 9.99.
Price by ribbon type
Why? Basic Grosgrain is 1.25, while specialized Wire-Edged ribbon is 11.99.
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Common questions
What is the most affordable ribbon material?
Polyester and Grosgrain are the most affordable, both with a median price of 1.25.
How much more does wire-edged ribbon cost compared to the median?
Wire-Edged ribbon has a median price of 11.99, which is an 859% increase over the market median.
Which ribbon width is the most expensive?
The 2" width is the most expensive with a median price of 7.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $1–$16, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 3, 2026.