21 Toys That Are Worth Big Money

Time to dust off the boxes and find that once-cherished toy from your childhood. For collectors and enthusiasts, they items have become valued objects and they can be worth big bucks – are there any of these in your attic? 

#1. Original Star Wars Action Figures

The allure of Star Wars memorabilia never fades. Depending on the rarity, an original action figure in mint condition can sell for anywhere between £820 to £20,500. 

#2. First Edition Pokémon Cards

A first edition Pokémon card, especially the Charizard, can be worth up to £246,000 if in pristine condition.

#3. Vintage Barbie Dolls

Original Barbies from the 1950s and 60s can range from £410 to £20,500, significantly more if they’re rare editions.

#4. LEGO Sets

Discontinued LEGO sets, particularly Star Wars and Harry Potter themes, can go for £820 to £4,100.

#5. American Girl Dolls

Early models of American Girl dolls from the 90s can fetch between £80 to £820, especially if they are retired characters.

#6. G.I. Joe Action Figures

Vintage figures from the 60s and 70s can command prices from £80 to £8,200, depending on condition and rarity.

#7. Original Furby Toys

Limited edition Furbies, especially in unopened boxes, can range from £80 to £1,640.

#8. Beanie Babies

Select Beanie Babies, like the Princess Diana Bear, can be valued up to £410,000, although most are worth much less.

#9. Hot Wheels Cars

Certain rare models from the original 1968 line can sell for £2,460 to £123,000.

#10. Transformers Toys

Original toys from the 1980s can be worth £80 to £1,640, particularly if they are in mint condition.

#11. Vintage Comic Books

Key issues, especially in good condition, can range from a few thousand dollars to over £2million for extremely rare finds.

#12. Magic: The Gathering Cards

Cards like the Black Lotus can be valued at £33,000 to £82,000, depending on condition and edition.

#13. Tamagotchi

Rare editions of these digital pets can sell for £30 to £410, particularly if unopened.

#14. Super Soakers

Vintage Super Soakers in their original packaging can fetch £80 to £820.

#15. Original Game Boy

A mint condition original Game Boy, particularly in a sealed box, can be worth £600 to £1,640.

#16. Polly Pocket Sets

Original sets from the 80s and 90s can range from £80 to £1,640, particularly if they are complete and well-maintained.

#17. Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards

Early rare cards can sell from £80 to £8,200, depending on their rarity and condition.

#18. Cabbage Patch Kids

First-edition dolls can range from £80 to £4,100 with certain rare dolls fetching even higher prices.

#19. Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

A mint condition NES, especially with original games and packaging, can be worth £80 to £1,640.

#20. Vintage Fisher-Price Little People Sets

These charming playsets from the 1960s and 1970s, especially those in complete and original condition, have become collectable. Specific sets like the “Play Family House” or the “School Bus” can range in value from £80 to £820, depending on their condition and completeness.

#21. Vintage My Little Pony

Original My Little Pony figures from the 1980s, especially rare or ‘mail-order’ ponies, can be worth £82 to £1,640.

This list shows how the joys of childhood can evolve into lucrative investments. Whether you’re a collector or just rediscovering old treasures, the market for vintage toys shows the value of nostalgia. 

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