Is the house full of clutter but not sure what to toss and what to invest in? It might be crazy to think that some junk can be worth hundreds, if not thousands of dollars now. And if you have some knowledge of ordinary collectibles, you’ll know that old coins, comics, video games, and jewelry are considered collectibles.
But what about the things you didn’t know were valuable? What are things that are not ordinary collectibles? Instead of tossing the junk the next time you spring clean, why not put some of these ordinary household items aside and see if they have any money?
10. Pyrex Dishes
Another one of the items that are not like ordinary collectibles is Pyrex dishes. The vintage, retro-style bowls are a popular mixing bowl back in the day. And they’re also hard to come by, making them that much more valuable.
Finding an actual set of them is rare, and you’ll likely be spending a few hundred dollars for a set of four that are pretty small. For instance, this 1950s pink set of mixing bowls that aren’t that big for $185. You’ll find singular special-edition bowls for upwards of $50 even.
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9. Cast Iron Pans
Cast irons are a necessity in every household. They’re durable, easy to use, and can cook anything you need. Those are just a few reasons why cast irons, while not like ordinary collectibles, are rewarding to invest in.
Vintage cast irons can be found for easily a hundred or so dollars. Some even come in unique styles, like this vintage cast iron bundt cake pan.
8. Quilts
While quilts are usually handmade gifts made by family, they’re also extremely valuable and popular to collect. Vintage quilts are especially valuable, with some being worth thousands of dollars. But it’s a lucrative hobby, as you need to know everything about styles, patterns, fabrics, techniques, and points of connoisseurship.
If you come across a quilt that you want to get rid of, you can always get it appraised by the American Quilter’s Society, and then auction it at secondary marketplaces. In fact, at WorthPoint auctions, a quilt can be sold for upwards of $7,500 depending on the year, make, pattern, and more.
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7. Cowboy Hats
Clothing is one of the many ordinary collectibles that you can pick up, but one fashion piece that isn’t thought about often as a collectible item is cowboy hats. Cowboy hats in general are an expensive accessory, but looking at the vintage styles, you can actually sell cowboy hats for a steep price.
If you find yourself with a stack of vintage hats and want to start a collection, you can look at some marketplaces, like eBay, that have vintage styles for $90 to even $200, depending on the brand, style, and age.
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6. Knives
Utinsels, like vintage sets, are quite popular. Vintage spoons surprisingly are an ordinary collectible for many. But did you know that knives alone have their own following of enthusiasts? Depending on their age, rarity, manufacturer, and style, you can start a unique collection of valuable knives to invest in.
You can find vintage knives from kitchen knives, pocketknives, and even military knives on secondary marketplaces for a hefty fee, from as low as a few hundred dollars upwards to thousands of dollars.
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5. Newspapers
Many of us have an assortment of newspapers lying around the house. Some of us use it for a variety of reasons, from DIY crafts to wrapping gifts, to stuffing for the next time we move. But did you know that newspapers are a unique collectible?
Newspapers are an easy collection to start, as you just need to sign up for newspapers every day, but getting newspapers from years ago is difficult. And as you might assume, newspapers on special, traumatic days are worth much more than everyday newspapers. These dates include the sinking of the Titanic in 1912, the D-Day invasion of 1944, and the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969.
4. Duck Decoys
Hunting is an expensive hobby to begin with, but for those who don’t really enjoy the sport, just the tools, this non-ordinary collectible is for you.
Duck decoys these days are more advanced and detailed, but there’s a nostalgic beauty and love for the antiques still. And if you want to collect them, you can find duck decoys on sale at secondary marketplaces for over $100, or even $3,000, depending on the brand, style, and rarity.
3. Boomboxes
Vintage and retro radios are in high demand for those who enjoy the aesthetic. But when it comes to boomboxes, for those who are looking for something besides the ordinary collectibles, this is a great option.
These boomboxes are a great investment, with some of the popular brands like this 80s Lasonic boombox being worth upwards of $1,500. Even the vintage Sony boombox stereos are close to $800.
2. Fireworks
Do you ever have leftover fireworks that you can’t seem to throw away because you’ll use them next year? And then forget all about them once again? It’s time to start a collection that will soon turn into an investment.
Vintage fireworks are a far cry from the ordinary collectibles, but they’re an exciting choice. From vintage brands to vintage styles, you can collect a wide range of fireworks, with fireworks made prior to WWII boasting a high value of around $200. Secondary marketplaces have vintage fireworks for sale for hundreds of dollars, even.
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1. Cereal Boxes
Wait, what? Cereal boxes are valuable? Surprisingly, yes. Have some old, vintage-looking cereal boxes that you still haven’t tossed? Have a recycling bin full of them in the backyard that you’re still planning on burning one of these nights?
Instead, try looking on eBay or other secondary marketplaces to see if they’re worth anything. Right now you can buy a vintage 1978 Cocoa Puffs cereal box featuring Battlestar Galatcia for $100, and a vintage 1979 Frankenberry Monster with Star Trek TMP Photos for $149.99.
