IELTS Writing Task 1

23. You own an old item that you think is valuable and would like to sell.

Write a letter to the owner of an antique’s shop. In your letter

• explain how you found the shop

• describe the item that you would like to sell

• say how much you would like to sell the item for

Sample Answer 1

Band 6

Dear Sir,

I am writing this letter to sell my 1861 Rolex watch. I got your shop reference from one of my best friends. She suggested to me this is the best antique shop for selling old items.

I want to sell my favourite watch because the pandemic period has affected my job, and I spent all my savings. I need this money. This watch was gifted to me by my grandfather on my 18th birthday. I do not want to sell this watch, but my compulsion is that I have to sell that watch. The watch is working absolutely fine without any scratches. It is made of silver with a black dial, and it also shows days and dates. The box of the watch is black leather. As you know, this watch is very old, so I am expecting at least $50,000 for it. I have attached a picture along with this email.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Mamta Kumari

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Ms Mamta Kumari

Student

Vishal IELTS Institute

Edited and corrected by

Dr Vishal Goyal

23. You own an old item that you think is valuable and would like to sell.

Write a letter to the owner of an antique’s shop. In your letter

• explain how you found the shop

• describe the item that you would like to sell

• say how much you would like to sell the item for

Sample Answer 2

Band 6.5

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to sell a statue, 'Dancing Girl,' which is the ancestral one. It was gifted to me by my grandfather.

I have been searching on the internet for a long time, but I could not find the best option for selling. Last month, my best friend, a regular visitor to your shop, recommended your shop, so I decided to sell it to your reputed shop, 'Vintage Craft'.

This antique statue is a very beautiful and famous one because it belongs to the 'Harappa Civilization', around 4000 BC. It was found in Lothal, Haryana during digging, which is made up of bronze. It is in good condition, and her way of dancing makes it quite the rarest one.

I do not want to sell this aforementioned item, but due to the current Corona pandemic situation, my business is going to be down, so I have to sell it at an expected price of around Rs. 25000, since I understand antique products always add value as more years pass.

If you find this antique statue interesting, I will look forward to your prompt response.

Thank you in advance.

Yours faithfully,

Priya Rani.

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Ms Priya Rani

Student

Vishal IELTS Institute

Edited and Corrected by

Dr Vishal Goyal