Vintage Raphael Geminiani Value
06-12-19, 01:19 PM
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Vintage Raphael Geminiani Value
I have a men's 60 year old French-made Raphael Geminiani 10 speed and I am trying to find out what it's value is. It is all original and it is in fair to good condition and completely restorable. All French-built components. Some surface rust, but frame and everything else is still solid. Still has factory paint with white pin striping. Can anyone give me an idea how much it is worth?
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06-12-19, 01:50 PM
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We can't value a bike without pictures and you'll need 10 posts before you can post a picture. You can go to introductions and introduce yourself; that will let you hit 10 by replying a few times. We'll need pics of the drive side, the components, and frame tubing stickers, etc.
06-12-19, 03:40 PM
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We can't value a bike without pictures and you'll need 10 posts before you can post a picture. You can go to introductions and introduce yourself; that will let you hit 10 by replying a few times. We'll need pics of the drive side, the components, and frame tubing stickers, etc.
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This is what I know about determining Vintage Bicycle Value. Hope it is a help.
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Upload some photos to your Album/Gallery page, and let us know to dig them up, if you can't post directly.
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You mentioned in your other thread that you were just returning to cycling after a bit of a hiatus. I wouldn't be so quick to sell your former bike.
Get back on the bike, and get a few miles, then decide what you wish to do.
The Classic/Vintage subforum has a lot of people both restoring old bikes, as well as making them rideable to their current needs.
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/
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You mentioned in your other thread that you were just returning to cycling after a bit of a hiatus. I wouldn't be so quick to sell your former bike.
Get back on the bike, and get a few miles, then decide what you wish to do.
The Classic/Vintage subforum has a lot of people both restoring old bikes, as well as making them rideable to their current needs.
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/
06-17-19, 11:24 AM
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There was more than one producer for Geminiani badged machines.
IIRC some of the nicer ones were done by Cizeron.
Forum experts may be able to identify the specific maker when images are posted.
A range of models were produced.
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There was more than one producer for Geminiani badged machines.
IIRC some of the nicer ones were done by Cizeron.
Forum experts may be able to identify the specific maker when images are posted.
A range of models were produced.
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06-19-19, 09:15 PM
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How do I submit a request to have my bike valued?..I have done the introduction and have received some posts back...and then replied to them. Thanks for your help...New at this, so don't know all the procedures.
06-19-19, 09:38 PM
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Make photos of bicycle
Upload them to host site
Post the URL here but in munged/incomplete form to get past the censor
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Make photos of bicycle
Upload them to host site
Post the URL here but in munged/incomplete form to get past the censor
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06-20-19, 10:35 AM
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Every vintage bike is "completely restorable". The question is whether it is worth the expense. Most bikes are more about making road ready and safe, everything functioning. Restoration is limited to those top of the line, most desirable names (which is a short list).
Rust is never good, and all French components can be a plus or a minus (think craptastic Simplex plastic derailleurs).
Rust is never good, and all French components can be a plus or a minus (think craptastic Simplex plastic derailleurs).
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Well now OP hath achieved the magic diece.
...drumroll....
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Well now OP hath achieved the magic diece.
...drumroll....
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06-21-19, 01:59 PM
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OK...Good info...appreciate it...Do I upload the photos directly to BikeForums.com, or does it go to a different web address?...As I said, not very computer-savy, so will be a little slow at doing this...Thanks again!
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Hit the go advanced button in the reply area and then manage attachments. Browse your device for the pictures and upload.
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If all else fails, google posting pictures on Bikeforums.net.
You will likely find 1,000 or more prior postings with this same exact question. OK, I googled it and there are 132,000 postings on this topic.
You will likely find 1,000 or more prior postings with this same exact question. OK, I googled it and there are 132,000 postings on this topic.
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Please don't confuse ebay "asking" prices with "selling" prices. Many sellers never get their ask price. some are far from it. Value is determined once an item actually SELLS. Its easy enough to check SOLD prices.
Please don't confuse ebay "asking" prices with "selling" prices. Many sellers never get their ask price. some are far from it. Value is determined once an item actually SELLS. Its easy enough to check SOLD prices.
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It should be pretty simple just click the pic icon next to the smiley face.
06-23-19, 11:30 AM
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Also, I see you are in Eugene, Ore...I am also an Oregonian...living in Troutdale..at the mouth of the Col. river gorge..
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