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String shelf

Price and authentication guide

Shop the String shelf: Price and authentication guide

What is a used String shelf worth?

On Whoppah, a used String shelf typically sells for about EUR 400 (median over the past two years, as of 2026-09-29). Condition, edition and materials move individual prices well above or below that. Current listings typically ask EUR 322 to EUR 730.

The String shelf (Nisse and Kajsa Strinning, 1949; made by String Furniture (Sweden)).

What drives the price

  • Size of the set: number of wall panels, shelves and cabinets.
  • Age: early sets with blue panels and pine shelves are the original look.
  • Condition: wear, repairs and replaced parts lower the price; a well-kept original sells best.

Fact block (checked 2026-09-29): when your item sells on Whoppah, private sellers pay a 12.5% commission including VAT; business sellers pay 16% excluding VAT. Buyers can add Whoppah buyer protection at checkout for 5.9% of the purchase amount: the payment is held until the buyer confirms receipt, and Whoppah steps in if the item is not shipped, arrives damaged or differs clearly from the listing.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a used String shelf worth?

On Whoppah, a used String shelf typically sells for about EUR 400 (median over the past two years, as of 2026-09-29).

How do I sell my String shelf on Whoppah?

Upload a few clear photos, including labels or stamps, add dimensions and condition, and set your price. Our curation team reviews every listing before it goes live.

How can I tell if my String shelf is original?

Look for the maker's label or stamp and check construction and materials. Our authentication guide for the String shelf lists what to look for.

Is my String shelf original?

The String shelf (Nisse and Kajsa Strinning, 1949; made by String Furniture (Sweden)).

What to check

  • The original 1949 String shelf had wall panels and pine shelves; it won the Bonnier bookshelf competition.
  • String's measurements haven't changed since 1949, so older elements fit with new ones. Mixed old and new sets are normal, not a red flag.

Common replicas

Generic wire-ladder shelving exists. Compare against String's current measurements, which older genuine parts also match.

How Whoppah checks: every listing is reviewed by our curation team before it goes live, and curators can ask the seller for extra photos or proof of purchase.