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Dust Off Your Old Toy Box: Your ’90s Relics Could Be Worth a Fortune!
Remember those carefree days before smartphones, when “getting online” meant dial-up and Tamagotchis were the height of digital companionship? Well, good news, ’90s kids! That wave of nostalgia isn’t just a warm fuzzy feeling-it could be a serious payday!
Turns out, the classic toys you once begged your parents for are now hot commodities, fetching hundreds, even thousands, on the resale market. So, before you toss that dusty box in the attic, take a peek. You might be sitting on a goldmine!
Here are 13 popular ’90s toys that could transform your spare change into serious cash:
1. Original 1998 Furby
These wide-eyed, chattering companions were the must-have toy of ’98. If you’ve got a Furby in good condition, especially an original 1998 model still in its box, you could be looking at hundreds of dollars. We’ve seen them listed for $300, and some collectors have shelled out double that!
2. First-Edition Harry Potter Book
Hold onto your wizard hats! A first edition of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (that’s Book 1, published in England) could literally change your life.
Look for the number line 10987654321. One version is currently listed for a mind-boggling $225,000!
Even a U.S. first edition could net you a few thousand.
3. Holographic Charizard Pokémon Card
Got a holographic Charizard from the ’90s? This fiery friend is a serious money-maker.
A 1999 Charizard with a perfect 10 score from PSA, a professional card grader, is currently listed on eBay for nearly $40,000. While that’s a big ask, rare Pokémon cards in good shape consistently sell for thousands.
4. Princess Diana Beanie Baby
Forget what they told you in the ’90s – most Beanie Babies aren’t worth much. But the commemorative Princess Diana Beanie Baby, released in 1997, is a rare exception. Reports indicate these special bears have gone for $10,000, and several in mint condition are listed for hundreds, even thousands, right now!
5. Nintendo 64
That chunky gray console that topped every kid’s Christmas list in 1996? It’s back and more valuable than ever!
N64s in good condition routinely sell for hundreds. And if you somehow have a factory-sealed, never-been-opened version?
One is currently listed for a jaw-dropping $250,000!
6. Super Soaker CPS
While modern water guns are fun, that vintage Super Soaker lurking in your garage could be worth a lot more. A 1996 Super Soaker CPS is currently listed for just under $260. Talk about a splashy profit!
7. Littlest Pet Shop
Walk down memory lane with your Littlest Pet Shop collection! If you held onto these adorable tiny toys, you could be in for a treat. Vintage sets regularly fetch at least $200 on eBay, and if yours is still stocked with all the small pets and accessories, you could earn even more.
8. Super Mario Bros. 3 Video Game
While most copies of Super Mario Bros. 3 go for less than $100, a rare standalone edition for Nintendo once reportedly sold for $30,000! This particular version wasn’t bundled with the game system, making it significantly more valuable.
9. Sky Dancers
Remember these winged, fairy-like dolls that soared through the air? If you’ve got some Sky Dancers gathering dust, they could be worth a decent amount. Several are listed for around $100 on eBay, with original, in-box versions going for even more.
10. Magic: The Gathering Sets
Individual Magic: The Gathering cards might not break the bank, but complete sets and large collections are a different story. A set known as “Power Nine” could be worth up to $27,000. We’ve seen a vintage collection from 1994 and 1995 listed for over $1,100, offering a great way to ease financial stress.
11. Original Game Boy
Okay, so the original Game Boy technically debuted in the late ’80s, but it was a true ’90s icon! If you still have that classic, clunky gray handheld, you might be able to resell it for a few hundred bucks. Many sellers are asking for $400 or more.
12. Tamagotchi Ocean
While most Tamagotchis are near worthless today, some rarities, like the Tamagotchi Ocean, are making waves. A teal U.S. version is listed on eBay for $900, with some ambitious sellers asking for even more.
13. Totally Hair Barbie
You might not have a super-rare 1959 Barbie tucked away, but some popular ’90s Barbies are worth a pretty penny. The fun and funky Totally Hair Barbie from the early ’90s has been known to sell for a few hundred dollars on eBay, with several currently listed for over $200.
The Bottom Line
Forget stressing about a second job! With ’90s nostalgia at an all-time high, reselling your vintage toys is a legitimate and lucrative side hustle. So, dig deep into those old boxes and see what treasures you can uncover!