Sword Price Research
Analysis of 4,441 sword listings to determine current market value based on authenticity and age.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 1006% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The highest value is found in NBTHK certified items (+190%) and Antique Wakizashi (+88%). Conversely, Antique Reproductions offer the steepest discount at -91% compared to the market median.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by original/reproduction
Why? Prices vary drastically between Antique Reproductions (59.99) and Antique Originals (690).
Price by age
Why? Value peaks for items from 1850-1899 (694.5) and is lowest for those from 1800-1849 (299.99).
Price by featured refinements
Why? Specialized certifications like NBTHK command a premium (2000) compared to Menuki (127).
🛒 Some on sale right now
Common questions
What is the median price for an antique original sword?
The median price for an Antique Original is 690.
How do reproduction swords compare in price to the market median?
Antique Reproductions have a median price of 59.99, which is a -91% delta from the market median.
Which specific refinement carries the highest market value?
NBTHK listings have the highest median value at 2000.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $45–$2,925, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 5, 2026.