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USM Haller

Price and authentication guide

Shop the USM Haller: Price and authentication guide

What is a used USM Haller worth?

On Whoppah, a used USM Haller typically sells for about EUR 700 (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 585 to EUR 1,490.

The USM Haller (Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer Jr., 1962 to 1965 (ball connector patented 1965); made by USM (Munsingen, Switzerland)).

What drives the price

  • Configuration: width, height and the number of drawers and doors.
  • Panel colour and condition (dents, scratches).
  • Condition: wear, repairs and replaced parts lower the price; a well-kept original sells best.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a used USM Haller worth?

On Whoppah, a used USM Haller typically sells for about EUR 700 (median over the past two years, as of 2026-09-29).

How do I sell my USM Haller 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 USM Haller is original?

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

Is my USM Haller original?

The USM Haller (Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer Jr., 1962 to 1965 (ball connector patented 1965); made by USM (Munsingen, Switzerland)).

What to check

  • The system is built around a chrome-plated ball with six threaded holes that joins chrome-plated steel tubes.
  • USM Haller is in the MoMA collection in New York and was confirmed as a work of applied art in 1988.

Common replicas

Tube-and-ball copies are sold online. Ask for close-up photos of connectors and panels and compare with USM's own system.

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.