I've been calling around to check prices. How come some yards call #1 pipe , used pipe with joints cut off and others say #1 has to be like brand new?

So far the best I can find in my area is:



BB 3.10
#1 Pipe 2.75
#2 pipe 2.50
Mixed Brass 1.70
Aluminum .50

I have about 300lbs of copper only about 70lbs of BB.. I don't need the $$ but i'm on the fence about cashing it in or holding onto it. I will really need the $$ closer to winter but if the prices are on the way down I should cash it in now. Any suggestions from the more experienced folks?