Scored a Locked Box for $4 and Unlocked a Gorgeous Sewing Machine
Defiant-Analyst4279: This old sewing machine’s a model 66 "red eye." It looks barely used - no battle scars on the paint like you'd expect. Definitely a sweet find, worth a couple hundred bucks. Totally jealous!
Beachcomber Found Amber with a Root Inside—Natural Treasure!
Hippiedippie22: Wow, that’s a hefty chunk of amber! I wouldn’t sell it for less than 40 bucks, maybe up to 80. I’m guessing it’s a gem for amber fans.
Pool Dig Unearths 100-Pound Ancient Millstone—Could Be Priceless
DeadSol: OMG, this thing is a beast! Took thousands of hours to make and use. One on eBay, smaller but in better shape, goes for $3,500. I’d ask for $10K and settle for $5K if I had to sell. But honestly? I wouldn't part with it. Definitely a showpiece!
60s McDonald's Sign Could Make Your Man Cave Legendary
Fabulous-Stretch-605: I’d ask $250 to $500 for this retro McDonald’s sign. It’s a crowd-pleaser from fast food fans to man cave hunters.
60s Tapestry Coat: Vintage Vibes for $300-ish
anon: This tapestry coat is groovy and could fetch $300 now, or $800+ if you find the right collector and snap some great pics.
Original Kenner Star Wars Toys? Thousands of Bucks!
Gs1000g: Those babies? Worth thousands of dollars.
Levi Strauss Memorabilia? Think $10,000 From 1980!
bojackhoreman: A similar Levi piece from 1980 sold for about $10,000 five years ago. Neat!
Prohibition Whiskey Bottle That Would Buy You a House!
sauerkraut916: Back in the day, $3,500 for this whiskey would buy you a whole house! If they could see that now they'd be flabbergasted. A super cool collectible.
Old Louis Vuitton Trunk With Titanic Connections?
Inner_Fisherman7301: Pro tip: Get a pro appraisal - it’s worth $3,000-$5,000 at least! This trunk might’ve been on the Titanic’s first leg and was snapped up by a luxury leather CEO in France. Someone REALLY wanted it!
WW2 Ring from Grandpa? Could Be $2,500 to $5,000
myphton: Rings like this with that diamond setup go for $2,500 to $5,000. Though honestly - I'd keep it forever.
Habitat For Humanity Score: Tibetan Table Could Be $750
theladysabine: Rough sawn wood, no nails, mortise and tenon joinery - this Tibetan table is worth around $750. Lovely find.
Inherited a Houseboat? Might Be Worth $20K to $50K
ze55: Just the boat alone might be $20,000 to $50,000. Ever think about renting it out, like Airbnb style, if the marina is cool with it?
Oscar De La Renta Coat Could Go for $500-$1,000
tread10: eBay sales show similar coats go for $500-$1,000. It might take a while, but worth the wait!
Unopened Vintage Box Found in Attic? Could Flip for $400
Melderberry: Bought one like this for $25 and flipped it for $400. Definitely a neat find!
Rare Taco Bell Promo Find Could Be $5K to $7K
JakovAulTrades: This Taco Bell promo from ’97 with paperwork might go for $5,000 to $7,000. Hollywood props can be $10K though, making it pretty awesome.
Hermès Desk Clock with Weather Station? Worth Around $10K
Samuel_L_Blackson: It’s a high-quality Hermes desk clock with a weather gauge. If in decent shape, this baby could fetch around $10,000. Nice!
Vintage Library Card Cabinet? Could Grab $3K to $5K
Classic-Excitement54: What someone is willing to pay, but I’d bet on $3,000 to $5,000 for this gem.
Carl Hiess Pipe? Maybe $100 to $250
Donthurtmyceilings: Not many replies on price, but I’d guess $100-$250 depending on your patience. It’s a cool, rare piece.
Steve Irwin Memorabilia? I’d Shell Out $1,000!
titusmaul: I’d easily drop $1,000 on this beauty.
Grandma’s 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds & Rubies? Around $650-$1,000
CatalystJump: Depends on the diamonds’ quality and karats. Ballpark $650 on the low end, maybe $1,000 on the high side.
Bought a Painting at Work Storage Clear-out. Could Be $3K to $6K
Artbrutist: You’ll want a professional to ID the exact edition, but Alex Katz prints like this auction for $3K-$6K usually.
Grandma’s Ring Found with a Note—Probably Worth $50 to $100 But Keep It!
ReasonableAd1887: Unless you super need cash, get it restored and hold onto it. Most folks regret selling family jewelry rapido.
Found A Vintage Glowing Uranium Glass Epergne. Worth About $125
Otacon56: These uranium glass epergnes are super pretty and can grab about $125.
17th Century Dutch Cupboard? Maybe 500 Euros, Maybe 30K Guilders
boetzie: This style's called a Keeftkast. It’s a beauty that might be 300 years old. Could fetch 30,000 guilders once upon a time, but these days around €500 at auction. Insurance values it at €3,000.
Frank Lloyd Wright Room Divider? Sold for $590
NessieReddit: Just spotted it for $590 on AllModern. Who knew?
Found a Big Block of Zinc. Worth About $2
Iron_Taipan: That chunk’s zinc. Realistically, maybe $2 tops.
Marble Bust of Napoleon? More Tourist Souvenir Than Priceless Art
Boring-Rip-7709: Looks like white marble mixed with resin, a touristy knockoff. Busts of Napoleon are common and go for about $250.
Old Wolf Commercial Oven? Maybe $1500 to $2000 (If You Find The Right Buyer)
vistacruisin: This is a commercial kitchen beast, likely worth $1,500-$2,000 if you find a chef or restaurant who wants it. For home cooking? Eh, not so much. Check with recyclers if no buyers.
Old Louis Vuitton Luggage? TV Show Says $5K-$10K
External-Building102: The UK show “The Repair Shop” did an episode on these trunks. Expect about $5-10K, but use a fancy auction house.
Chinese Pottery? More Like $10 to $20 Decorative Item
coolcoinsdotcom: Sorry, this looks like a reproduction - not a real deal. Real ones go for hundreds, this decorative piece might fetch $10-$20.
Weird Old Chair Stuffed With Human Hair? Maybe 150 to 250 Bucks
khoobr: This is a Savonarola chair that’s popular historically. Victorian style isn’t hot right now, so best guess might be $150-$250. Keep original upholstery for value.
Great-Grandpa’s Microscope Could Go For $750 to $2,000
234W44: If it’s complete, clean, and untouched brass, this microscope could be worth anywhere from $750 to $2,000. Look for maker’s marks like Ernst Leitz or C. Reichert.
Estate Sale Coke Machine Could Use a $100 Investment
yourautomechanic1: My son bought one for $250 and I sunk $1,500 into parts and paint restoring it. Now it keeps the beer icy in our man cave.
Got a Copper Bar? Could Be Worth $25 to $125
FandomMenace: It all comes down to who minted your bar. Usually worth more than just copper value, between $25 and $125 depending on details.
Cool 70s Sculpture with Added Feet? Might Be $5K to $15K
raspberryseltzer: Looks like a 1970’s sculptural piece, feet added later. Could be worth $5K to $15K. Definitely get it checked out.
Old Rip Van Winkle Whiskey? Could Be $3K to $5K (If It’s Sealed)
EliseFlight11: Husband’s a whiskey expert and says a sealed bottle like this might be worth $3,000 to $5,000 if you find the right buyer.
Thrifted Wooden Mancala Board? $200 to $300 at a Specialty Shop
Impressive_Peach_272: We sell similar hand-carved African game boards and art. This size would be $200-$300 depending on origin, age, and artist rarity.
Big Shell from Dad? Estimate $200 to $400
Medical-Ad5241: Pieces of this shell go for $20-$100. A full shell like this would probably get $200-$400. I'd keep it, though.
WWII Japanese Plane Part from Pearl Harbor? Maybe $1,200 to $1,800
anon: Around 30 planes crashed that day, so fragments aren't super rare but mostly in museums. This piece might fetch $1,200-$1,800 if authenticated.
1980s Artwork Guess? $1,700 to Zilch
bucobill: This could be a J. DeHugh valued around $1,700. But if it’s a known imposter, might only be worth the frame, like $17 per foot.
Marilyn Monroe Letters From Garage? Maybe $700-$1,200
Petkorazzi: Letters to Marilyn Monroe by Jerry Wald sold for about $717 in 2004. Yours isn’t signed by Monroe, and not very personal, so expect less. Maybe $700-$1,200.
Signed 1979/80 Radio Contest Poster? Around $150-$200
Kadink: I won this too, but the signatures are printed. Still sought after and worth around $150-$200.
Aquamarine Ring from Great Grandmother? Could Be $350 to $550
collectorofallthings: I'd say stone worth $50 per carat, looks like about 10. Gold adds $300-$500. So about $350-$550 total.
Found Old Art Print in Dumpster? Could Be $500 If It’s Real
MemphisMori: You should have this authenticated; old prints can be worth $500 or more if genuine. Don’t just trust one pic, get a pro to check it out.
Pair of Vintage Toys From Grandma’s Crawl Space? Around $100 Each
Bananapeelster: Sold two of these together for $210 about 8 months ago. Individually maybe $105 each.
Grandma’s Pearl Necklace? Worth $20K to $30K (Don’t Stress)
The owner got an estimate of $20K-$30K from Christie’s and decided to keep these family pearls. Their advice? Wear them proudly!
Miley Cyrus Signed Guitar For $50? Probably Worth $500 to $700
House_Junkie: Doubt you got ripped off. A low-end new guitar costs around $300, signed with proof it’s worth $500-$700 for sure.
Phonograph From 1800s? Maybe $750
inflatableje5us: The machine alone is worth $500 if it works, records about $10-$20 each. Boxes and horns add some value, $750 total if all good.
Company Ring With Diamonds? More Sentimental Than Cash, Maybe $200
IA mRobertoSanchez: Former jeweler here. This ring’s mostly sentimental. 10k gold and small diamonds make its value around $200-$300 at best.
Thrift Store Ring: Costume or Real? Maybe $25
Royal_Dream6367: Rings like this were promo items for $25 at Kay’s Jewelry. Stones are likely lab sapphires, glass, or zirconium.
Silver Amalgam Weight? Might Be Worth $135 Per 5oz Pack
nonasuch: If it’s 70% silver, each 5oz bag should fetch about $135 just in silver melt value.
50 Year Old Whiskey Stash? Some Bottles Worth $100 - $1,000
darjeelinglmtd: Old Parr fetches about $100. Laphroaig is worth around $1,000. Not clear what the others go for.
USSR Military Item? Around $50 to $70
Shkmstr: Usually $50-$70 if the condition is decent. Signature doesn’t add value unless from a celebrity military top dog.
Random Ring From Thrift Bag? Could Sell for $300-$500
Better-Flow8586: Beautiful ring! Gold scrap worth $100-$200. Diamond resale is tough; expect maybe $50 for the stones. Try eBay for best value, $300-$500 is reasonable.
Antique Wardrobe? At Least $500 Thanks to Quality & Condition
SmokedBeef: Solid wood, quality build, and great condition mean easily $500+, maybe more. IKEA’s $350 particle board pales in comparison. Yard sale score of the century!
Sealed 1954 Jim Beam Bottle? Worth About $100 - $150
Haggis_The_Barbarian: This dusty sealed bottle is a rare find. Although distilleries no longer in operation get more hype, this 70-year-old Jim Beam is still a winner. Around $100-$150 seems fair.
Signed Photo of Jeanette MacDonald? Roughly $450
spiderwebs86: The autograph looks like Jeanette MacDonald’s. Similar signed photos go for about $450, but this one’s a bit rough.
Yard Sale Chalice? Probably $25, Not Many New Catholics
happyflowerzombie: This is a communion set, worth maybe $25. Not a booming market given current trends.
Two Old Chicago Bears Footballs? Could Be $1,000+
jpers36: These are ’78 Chicago Bears balls with players like Payton. If authentic, could be worth $1,000+.
Bakelite & Silver Jewelry Box? Expect $50-$150
Triviajunkie95: Bakelite and silver jewelry boxes usually go for $50-$150. If you get $25-$50 you did okay.
Walrus Tusks? Around $1,000 to $1,750
SwoopKing: Grew up in Alaska. Given grandfather had this pre-ban, no paperwork needed except at auction. Worth $1,000 to $1,750.
Case of Vintage Jack Daniel’s? Between $100 and $300
mbr902000: Seen similar 1970s cases auction between $100-$300. Cases might bump the price up.
Curious Artifact From Barn? Sold for $100-$200 in Past
PissingontheCarpet: Examples like this have sold for $100 to $200 in past 10 years.
Unopened 1999 Pokemon Packs? Don’t Open! Worth Hundreds Sealed
Fabulous-Stretch-605: Leave these sealed! Blastoise or Venusaur packs go for $350 sealed, Charizard up to $400.
Japanese Ceramics from Grandparents? $5 to $700 Guess
cam_chatt: Pretty wide range. I’d guess somewhere between $5 and $700.
Newspaper Gift. Maybe Worth $20 With Framing Cost
mitsubachi88: Sweet gift! Similar old newspapers cost about $10 at estate sales. Framing probably adds to price.
Origin of Species Third Edition? Roughly $900 to $1,500
capincus: Based on print run and damage, around $900 to $1,500. A big chunk's missing from the spine, so value’s down a bit.
Fossil Rock? Maybe $50 to $150, But Polishing Was a Mess
lanonimoose: You have an orthocone nautiloid and an ammonite. Polishing was sloppy. Real value about $50-$75 to geologists, maybe $150 to clueless buyers.
Mexican Sword-Holding Statue? New Around $110
anon: I own the same thing! Very light and made in Mexico. I paid $109.98 new for ours. Mine has two swords instead of a shield, but same thing.
Old Dirty Doll? Worth $170 if It’s the Right Model
Clara-English: Sold for $170. Check if model number is 2764; looks like a solid find!
Old Family Painting? Could Be $8K to $30K
xxDankerstein: Signature matches. His art goes for $8K-$30K, and this one looks desirable because of subject. Nice!
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk? Lots of Wear, $2,500+
spitfire1701: Could be $2,500+, though this one’s seen better days. Found a similar model sold for nearly $10K recently.
Thierry Mugler Dress Worn by Tracee Ellis Ross? Price It at $5,000
proscriptus: No exact value on something this unique. I’d list at $5,000 at a high-end consignment. Auction houses like Sotheby’s might help you price better.
Depression-Era Uranium Glass Plate? Around $15 to $20
Old-Power3477: I collect uranium glass! Indiana Glass made this pattern. $15-$20 for a plate like this. Depression glass is super common though.
Ivory Guanyin from Qing Dynasty? Possibly $3K to $5K
PurplePandaStar: Looks like Qing Dynasty ivory Guanyin figure, could be worth $3,000-$5,000. Not an expert but that’s what research says!
Inherited Necklace Without Earrings? Probably Less Than $5K
adr8578: Seems like lab-grown emeralds, and pre-2007 gold prices. Probably worth more today, but $5K might be a stretch unless natural emeralds.
Heavy Old Stove or Oven? $500 to $3,000—Get an Appraisal
InterestingScience74: Value between $500 and $3,000 depending on brand and condition. Professional appraisal recommended.
Gold Finger Ram Yard: Worth Over $100,000!
Bobflow24: At $54 a pound and estimated weight around 2,300 pounds, that pile could be worth about $124,000.
Signed NASCAR Hat? Memories > $35
Otherwise_Surround99: Hold onto it. Memories of your grandpa are way more valuable than $35.
Great Grandfather’s Hamilton Watch? Worth Less Than $2K
vincentcas: Hamilton makes nice collectible watches but prices are under $2K. I wear my old Zeniths regularly.
Banksy ‘Di-Faced Tenner’ Print? Worth $1,500 to $5,000
madsabout____: Banksy ‘Di-Faced Tenner’ prints with COA sell for $5,000. Without it, around $1,500-$2,000. This piece is rare but mass-produced enough to limit top price.
Dad’s Old Computer Parts? Scrap RAM Worth $20 per Pound
hjwfms: Scrap RAM goes for $20-$22 a pound on eBay. The network cards are mostly junk though.
Vintage Couch? $1,500 or More With Right Buyer
edgestander: Could be Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin or a copy. Hard to ID without label. Value likely $1,500+, maybe $2,000+ in big cities.

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