The IRS really frowns on the recipient of donated goods providing a value. She should get it appraised herself. With the special condition, it may be more difficult. Maybe an antique dealer would be a good bet.

sheldon

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Sheldon Mains

SPOKES Bike Walk Connect

www.SpokesConnect.org www.fb.com/SpokesConnect

Minneapolis, MN 612/618-7149

Three ways to donate to SPOKES:

1. Volunteer. 2. Donate repairable used bikes. 3. Financial donations always welcome. Check www.SpokesConnect.org for details.

On Thu, Aug 7, 2014 at 7:25 AM, Rick Nonnekes <rnonnekes@gmail.com> wrote:

We recently had a lady bring in a bike for donation. It is an early 1980's Rossi Columbia, custom made for her. She's adamant that it is plated with 24k gold - looks like it too (although we're speculating on gold coloured chrome). It's in good condition. Can anyone suggest how we can get it appraised for value?

Cycle Transitions,
Cobourg Ontario, Canada

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