It can be difficult to part with childhood toys, often leading to them being stored in the attic. However, if you happen to possess certain items, you could be pleasantly surprised to find that they are now worth a fortune. According to a recent study by TheToyZone, many iconic toys from the 1990s are commanding high prices, with the most valuable childhood treasure valued at £4.75 million (Rs 49 crore). For instance, the highest price ever paid for a Pokémon card reached an astounding £4.75 million (Rs 49 crore).
Discussing the impact of the hugely successful Barbie franchise on the doll market, experts noted that the value of vintage Barbies has surged due to increased demand. However, unless you happen to own one of the extremely rare dolls, such as the £67,000 (Rs 70 lakh) De Beers-designed 40th Anniversary Barbie, most Barbie dolls do not hold significant value.
The findings suggest that there are still opportunities to profit, particularly with Mattel’s recent announcement of several classic toy-themed movies, including Barney and the Magic 8 Ball, slated for release. Delving into the depths of nostalgia, TheToyZone has unveiled a list of the rarest and most sought-after toys currently in demand, some of which may be hiding under a bed or tucked away in a forgotten box in the attic.
Not only vintage toys hold significant value; one woman shared her joy after purchasing a vibrant vase from Goodwill for a mere £3.15 (Rs 332) and was astounded when it later fetched £84,355 (Rs 87 lakh) at auction. A woman named Jessica Vincent stumbled upon the bottle-shaped vase adorned with spiralling ribbons of colour, envisioning it as a perfect addition to her home décor. Standing out among other items in the store, she noticed the markings ‘Murano’ and ‘Italia’ on its base, sparking her curiosity. Without hesitation, she acquired the beautiful piece from a store outside Richmond, Virginia, for just $3.99 (Rs 332).
The horse trainer admitted, “I bought it thinking it would look beautiful in my house somewhere. I definitely didn’t buy it thinking, ‘Oh, I’m going to sell this’. However, her perspective shifted when she decided to learn more about the artwork’s origins. On December 13, the vase fetched an impressive bid of $107,100 (Rs 87 lakh) at the Wright Auction House. The winning bidder, a prominent collector from Europe, opted to remain anonymous.
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