“Hidden Treasures in Your Attic: 21 Vintage Gadgets That Can Fetch a Fortune with Collectors”

by Victoria Richards

Suppose you come across those gadgets that have been stored away as they will “come in handy one day,” Pause before you throw them away—many gadgets, whether antique or modern classics, are worth a lot of money. We look at 21 old gadgets collectors are willing to spend big on.

Tamagotchi

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This virtual pet was a huge fad in the 1990s, and collectors are still willing to pay top dollar for the original model. In good condition, a Tamagotchi can sell for over $200.

ColecoVision

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This video game console from 1982 was one of the most popular in its day, and it’s now a sought-after collectible. Depending on the condition and the games that come with it, a ColecoVision can sell for anywhere from $500 to $1,000.

Gameboy

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The Game Boy was another hugely popular gaming system, and it’s still a favorite among collectors. A working Game Boy in good condition can sell for around $100, and rare or limited-edition models can fetch even more.

Magnavox Odyssey

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The Magnavox Odyssey was one of the first home video game consoles manufactured in 1972, and it’s now a valuable collectible. In good condition, an Odyssey can sell for over $1,000.

Intellivision

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Intellivision was another early home video game console from 1979 that’s now a hot item among collectors. A working Intellivision in good condition can sell for around $500.

Atari 2600

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The Atari 2600 was one of the most popular video game consoles ever, and it’s still a favorite among collectors. A working Atari 2600 in good condition can sell for around $200.

Pong

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This 1972 creation was the first commercially successful video game, and it’s now a highly collectible item. A working Pong game in good condition can sell for over $1,000.

Sega Genesis

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The Sega Genesis was a popular video game console in the 1990s, and it’s still a favorite among collectors. A working Sega Genesis in good condition can sell for around $100.

Super Nintendo (SNES)

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The SNESwas another popular video game console in the 1990s, and it’s now a valuable collectible. A working SNES in good condition can sell for around $200.

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

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The NES was the first video game console to become a household name, and it’s now a highly sought-after collectible. A working NES in good condition can sell for over $300.

Game and Watch

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The Game and Watch handheld games were popular in the early 1980s, and they’re now a hot item among collectors. A working Game & Watch in good condition can sell for around $100.

Macintosh

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The Macintosh was Apple’s first mass-market personal computer, and it’s now a valuable collectible. A working Macintosh in good condition can sell for over $1,000.

20th Anniversary Macintosh Celebration

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Macintosh released a 20th-anniversary celebration edition of its iconic computer. Featuring a trackpad combo, a Bose speaker, a keyboard, and a remote control, the gadget can fetch around $1000.

Commodore 64

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The Commodore 64 was one of the most popular home computers of all time, and it’s still a favorite among collectors. A working Commodore 64 in good condition can sell for around $500.

Amiga 500

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The Amiga 500 was another popular home computer of the 1980s, and it’s now a valuable collectible. A working Amiga 500 in good condition can sell for around $300.

Sony Walkman

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The Sony Walkman is an iconic piece of music history that can earn up to $ 1,500 online. The price is so high because people who have one rarely sell, but if you do need cash quickly, this could be the way to do it.

iPod Classic 1st Generation

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The iPod Classic 1st Generation was introduced by Apple in 2001 and was the first entry to digital music for millions of people. While it had just 5GB of storage and a tiny 160 x 128-pixel display, it brought joy to many people and is now a collector’s item.

Vintage Typewriters

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While not seen as a gadget like the above tech, vintage typewriters can be found in many homes and sell for a lot of money at auction.

Nokia 8910

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Introduced in 2003, the titanium-cased cell phone became one of the best-selling of its kind. In good condition, the Nokia 8910 can go online for up to $1000, much more than some of the top smartphones currently being manufactured.

iPhone 2G

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This original iPhone is embedded in history, with millions of people recalling Steve Jobs showing off the product of years of dedication. In good condition, the iPhone original can sell for over $100 to people wanting to hold on to a piece of history.

Casio Game Calculator Watch

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This once sought-after watch was used by students who looked for any help they could get with their math homework. Although you would never be allowed to use them in class, Casio sold millions of this product, now worth around $200.

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