Weathervanes
They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, weathervanes, or copper ornaments that sit atop sheds and houses in farming communities to determine which way the breeze is blowing, are another valuable household item.
Weathervanes
It doesn’t make them any less desirable when talking about monetary value simply because they’re not as relevant now since we can simply get weather data with our phones and it is far more accurate and detailed. Weathervanes from around the nineteenth century go for $6,000-$8,000 on eBay nowadays. What’s more, depending on the subject portrayed by the item itself, prices could easily triple.
Antique Lunch Boxes
Truth be told, every decoration on these items now has a direct correlation to their monetary worth, ranging from rock musicians to animation figures. It appears that the classic tin educational accessories served also as a status symbol.
Antique Lunch Boxes
As per Thad Reece, professional lunch box enthusiast, collectors today spend unimaginable amounts of money, at least money that would not make sense for buying one of these products nowadays. As was mentioned above, the graphics and the character being portrayed in the decorated box carry most of the value of the item. Famous cartoon shows like the Jetsons are always a sure thing. Classic shows like the Lone Ranger or Star Wars will also ensure a good profit. To make the most out of it though, make sure to have the thermos inside the box also.
