how to price an item when you cant find information of the value?

[janalca73]

I have an item I'd like to put out there, possibly leaving open for bidding. I have not been able to find any information on the price or value of this type of item. It is an airplane part, the airplane has been discontinued. Any ideas on how I can move forward? It may have value as memorabilia.  

[inceptions]

If you can't find anything to confirm the value, then listing as an auction is a good idea. Start the bidding at the least you'd be happy with if you receive just one bid and see where the bidding goes. Potential buyers will reveal the value the item has to them with their bids.