This is just one small sample size based off a single solitary plate arcanium chest piece. It salvaged to 15 arcanium bars and this is the money I got back for it.

This is why it's important to SALVAGE SALVAGE SALVAGE

What the chest piece will sell for prior to salvaging:


What the chest piece made me after salvaging and trinketing:







[Edited on 25-4-2025 by Illudia]