iPod 3rd Generation won't turn on and question on charging

iPod 3rd Generation won't turn on and question on charging
I have a old 3rd gen iPod. The battery is most likely dead and it won't turn on even if I have it plugged in via USB cable. Is it still worth trying to replace the battery?

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i have a iPod 15gb model A1040 and it is not charging at all could it be the battery That why its not charging? Are what could be the problem that its not charging?