Hi wheel bike

[MissC]

Looking for pricing on my hi wheel restored original I think 1878. Where to look for manufacturers or serial numbers.
Thanks

 

[dnc1]

Hi,
Some more detailed photos would help people with identification of your lovely machine.
There are lots of knowledgeable people on here who could help you if they could see more of the frame, cranks, wheelhubs etc in close-up.
Good luck!

 

[TR6SC]

Looks like a Columbia Expert. I'm going with mid to late 80s. Try looking on the backbone near the head for serial numbers. It's hard to see, but is there a dust cover on the headstock? This often has the manufacturer's name. Wheel size is usually stamped on the left fork, I believe.

 

[Blue Streak]

Here is link to Copake Bicycle Auction for to see Columbia high wheels that have sold over the years.

'columbia high wheel' - Past Lots - Copake Auction Inc.

Past Lots, Copake Auction Inc., Real Auctions: Search, Bid, Win., 'columbia high wheel'

copakeauction.hibid.com

For a serial number look on top of back bone just behind fork:

 

[Rambler]

Looking for pricing on my hi wheel restored original I think 1878. Where to look for manufacturers or serial numbers.
Thanks

I agree with @TR6SC looks like Columbia Expert. Year probably much closer to 1887 rather than 1878. Be sure to look for the wheel size number stamped on very top of the front fork between the handlebar and head adjustment nut or measure the wheel diameter including tire. Front wheel size can also somewhat influence value.

 

[Craig Allen]

Columbia Experts are a dime a dozen. You're probably looking at $3000- $3500. You'll find a serial number under the fork head. The saddle looks like it could be redone.

 

[piercer_99]

here is the 1886 Expert.

 

[piercer_99]

here is the 1882 Expert.


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[MissC]

Hi,
Some more detailed photos would help people with identification of your lovely machine.
There are lots of knowledgeable people on here who could help you if they could see more of the frame, cranks, wheelhubs etc in close-up.
Good luck!

Thank you! I will do that right away!