alvarez yari banjo value?

[jtwine]

local pawn has one very old, very heavy, very nice, 5 string and wondered what it may be worth. any info would be great jt

[Fire&Rain]

I am only aware of banjos that were "Alvarez" branded, not Alvarez-Yairi. Most are now selling in the under-$500 category. This webpage may also give you some idea on pricing: http://www.banjo-brands.com/manufacturer.php?ID=1946