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We all have our favorite toys from childhood.
But could yours havevalue beyond their nostalgia?
If theyre from the 1970s, its definitely possible.
These seven vintage 70s toys are all worth at least several hundred dollars.
Also see how much 1990s vintage toys could fetch.
Thats why Star Wars action figures from the 1970s routinely sell for hundreds of dollars.
For example, a 1978 Luke Skywalker action figure recently sold for an astonishing $25,000.
That has made vintage Barbie dolls popular amongst collectors.
Any of your 1970s Barbies could be worth something.
But collectors are especially fond of the brands Walk Lively collection.
Those that are still in their original packaging can sell for $900 or more.
Stretch Armstrong, for example, was just an action figure that you could stretch out a lot.
If you still have your Stretch Armstrong, you may be in luck.
Some rare models have sold for as much as $4,500 in original packaging.
But some 1970s models are particularly sought after by collectors.
For example,original Hot Wheels Redline carsare valuable when theyre in good condition.
Groups of under 10 have sold on eBay for as much as $500 recently.
Yours could be worth even more than that if theyre still in original packaging.
For example, an original 1976 Wonder Woman doll in original packaging sold for over $1,000.
So, too, did a 1974 Bruce Wayne doll.
If your old action figures arent in original packaging, they may still be worth something.
Plenty of vintage superhero action figures have sold for between $50 and $100 on eBay recently.
That could add up quickly if you still have a closet full of toys.
Evel Knievel Bike
Few 1970s-era celebritieswere as popular as the daredevil Evel Knievel especially for kids.
So its no surprise that his 1970s branded bike became such a hit.
Its still highly sought after by collectors today.
In fact, anoriginal 1970s Evel Knievel bicyclejust sold for $1,500 on eBay.
Yours could be worth a similar amount or a bit less if its not in great condition.
Bundles of superhero comics from this era routinely sell for hundreds of dollars on eBay.
Yours could be worth even more than that if theyre graded.
This involves having a trusted organization review your comics for damage.
Each gets a grade ranging from one to 10 based on the amount of damage it has.
It could be worth getting your comics graded if they seem to be in great condition still.
But you’re free to sell them without any grading if you prefer.
Collectors appreciate many other vintage toys, too.
If youd like to sell yours, the first step will be choosing a platform to do it on.
Most people use eBay.
Next, price your toys to sell.
That means comparing them to similar toys on eBay and charging a fair price based on what you see.
Youll also need to share good pictures of your items to entice collectors.
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