Vintage Ralph Lauren runs from an $18 flannel to a $1,349 Purple Label coat. Same name, very different money. The label sewn inside does most of the work. Here is what the pieces we carry are asking right now.
What it costs right now
Prices below are asking prices on the 29 pieces live on Foundry, checked 26 October 2026. Every piece is one of one and sold by an independent seller on eBay, where offers often bring the final price lower.
Across all 29 pieces, asking prices run from $18 to $1,349. The middle sits at $88.
| Category | Pieces | Asking range | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothing | 14 | $18 to $1,349 | $205 |
| Bags | 8 | $56 to $360 | $144 |
| Accessories | 5 | $19 to $129 | $38 |
| Shoes | 2 | $65 to $105 | $85 |
By era
| Era | Pieces | Asking range | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 | $18 to $1,349 | $312 |
| 2000s | 3 | $70 to $200 | $105 |
Only pieces with a clear date in the listing are counted here.
By label
This is where the real gap is.
- Purple Label and RRL. Four pieces, from $1,079 to $1,349. Three of the four are new or unworn.
- Polo, Polo Sport, Chaps, Lauren and Rugby. Most ask under $150. The Polo Bear patchwork tote is the outlier at $353.
What moves the price
- The label. Purple Label is the top line. RRL is the rugged, Western one. Both ask many times what Polo does. Polo Sport and Chaps are the casual end.
- The logo. Big Pony, the Polo Bear and the 90s Polo Sport flag are what collectors chase. A plain shirt with a small pony asks very little. The same shirt with a Polo Bear asks a lot more.
- The material. Leather, suede and shearling ask more than cotton. Our deerskin fringe shorts ask $350. A cotton striped shirt asks $22.
- Tags. New with tags or new old stock is worth a real premium on Ralph Lauren, especially on Purple Label and RRL.
How to check what it actually sold for
Asking prices are a starting point. Sold prices are the truth. Before you buy or make an offer, run this check.
- Search the piece on eBay with the brand, the model or style name and the colour.
- Switch on the Sold items filter. The prices in green are what people actually paid.
- Match condition and size as closely as you can. Three to five close matches beat one perfect one.
- Add shipping to both sides. A cheap piece with $40 postage is not a cheap piece.
If the sold prices sit well below the ask, you have a case for an offer. If they sit near it, the listing is fairly priced and a small offer is the most you should try.
Where the value is
Everyday Polo is the best deal in vintage designer clothing. Shirts, knits and windbreakers ask $20 to $75 and are built far better than most new basics. If you want one standout piece, the suede and leather bags between $240 and $360 are a good middle ground. Browse everything live in the vintage Ralph Lauren collection.
Frequently asked questions
How much is vintage Ralph Lauren worth?
The Ralph Lauren pieces live on Foundry right now ask from $18 to $1,349. The middle sits at $88.
What is the most valuable vintage Ralph Lauren?
Purple Label, RRL and 90s Polo pieces with the Polo Bear or Polo Sport graphics. On Foundry right now, the top piece is a Purple Label shearling coat at $1,349.
How can I tell vintage Polo from new?
Look at the label, the country of manufacture and the care tag. Older Polo labels and 90s graphics like Polo Sport are good signs. Ask the seller for photos of every tag.
More price guides: leather jackets. Levi's. cowboy boots. Burberry. And before you send a number, read what a fair offer looks like.
