How much is an Elias Howe sewing machine worth today in dollars?
It depends on the age, the scarcity of the model, the condition, and other variables. There are several treadle Howe models that are very common and thus not that valuable. If you have a hand crank machine where you have to mount and re-mount the fabric in a metal frame before sewing then you have “the holy grail” of machines. There are so many variables that is impossible to even guess at a value without a careful examination, pictures, model and serial numbers etc. It will take some time and effort on your part to find it’s true value. Here are a few website to help you get started on finding a value for your machine: http://www.ismacs.net/home.html and here’s the FAQ page: http://www.ismacs.net/faq.html Here’s the website of a collector, sometimes perusing the collections of other will help you determine the value of your machine
