Cashmere is one of the finest fibers in the world, a true luxury fabric. It is known as the warmest, softest and most comfortable fabric money can buy. Victorian England discovered the luxury of this fabric and it was then that cashmere caught on among the elite.

So what is this exactly? Cashmere is the wool or “fur” of the Kashmiri goat. Originally bred in Mongolia, these goats are now bred in India, Tibet, China, other parts of Asia, and now parts of the U.S. The wool has a silky feel, is feather-light, and is non-itchy. like wool. The most luxurious cashmere is extracted from the belly of the goat. Only a small amount of usable cashmere comes from each goat, and the harvesting process is long, expensive, and complicated, which makes cashmere so expensive.

With this in mind, anything that is 100% cashmere is a good, consistent and reliable seller on eBay. Sweaters, vests, coats, gloves, hats, scarves, baby clothes, and blankets all work well on eBay, even used or vintage. In fact, vintage cashmere items often have 3-4 layers (thicker and more luxurious) than today’s 2-ply fabric. The next time you’re at the mall, touch and examine the cashmere sweaters. You will find that they have a texture unlike any other fabric.

Now, you’re thinking, but it’s summer and no one buys sweaters in the summer. Is not true. Please note that we are operating in a global economy on eBay and the seasons around the world are the opposite of ours here in the US. There are many places in the US where cashmere is worn year-round, like the Pacific Northwest. Canadians, Europeans and Australians love and appreciate cashmere. In fact, I ship a large percentage of cashmere sweaters internationally. Also, since cashmere is an expensive luxury fabric, many cashmere lovers buy it all year round.

So when you’re browsing through thrift stores and yard sales, take a few minutes to look through the sweaters. Here’s what to look for:

100% cashmere, 2 layers

Check for holes (you can easily repair the holes yourself and the sweater will sell well)

Large sizes are fantastic (men’s 2XL and women’s plus)

Sweaters made in Scotland (a thicker, superior quality)

100% Cashmere Coats – new and many international can cost thousands of dollars.
customers will take them even in good condition

Now, you’re not going to become a millionaire selling cashmere on eBay. However, it is a good item to add to your store if you can find it. It may not “fit” with your particular product line, however it is something to keep in mind when shopping and you can earn a lot of money. Check eBay for complete listings of cashmere items and you’ll see that there is definitely good money to be found in used cashmere.