Items that seem to be forgotten and left in a corner of the warehouse can be valuable items to many other people, especially the nostalgic type. Discover the top items that can “make money” and are still somewhere in your house:
1. Postage stamps
Today, communication is fast and convenient, even in the blink of an eye, a message can be sent via email. In the past, when sending letters, we had to stick a stamp for transportation. Nowadays, postage stamps are only produced in small quantities due to reduced demand, so for those who are passionate about stamp collecting, owning and collecting stamps has become more difficult.
In addition, many countries also limit the issuance of new stamps or only issue special stamps, making it more difficult for collectors to access. The scarcity of old stamps and the increased demand also make collecting more challenging.
For example, the British Guiana 1c Magenta stamp was issued in 1856 in British Guiana (now Guyana). Initially, it was only worth one cent (240 VND at the exchange rate present) but because of its rarity and special history, this stamp has become one of the most valuable treasures in the stamp collecting world. In 2014, this stamp was sold at an auction for up to 9.48 million USD (about 235 billion VND), setting a record for the value of a postage stamp.
Therefore, if you have old postage stamps at home, do not rush to throw them in the trash. They can become treasures that collectors are hunting for.
2. Pendulum clock
For those who love the sound of regular and precise ticking, a pendulum clock is an item that they always cherish and want to own for collection.
Decades-old timepieces will be valuable items if they are still working and are crafted from rare woods and materials. In particular, with a delicately crafted pendulum, the clock will become many times more expensive.
Nowadays, many families switch to electronic clocks with clear, accurate display capabilities and many other features such as temperature, weather display, etc. Therefore, pendulum clocks are rarely used, many families only display or store them in storage.
If you do not need to use them in the future, you can completely sell the pendulum clock to collectors or those who are interested in this special type of clock because it has high value. Now, pendulum clocks are not only a time measuring tool but also a symbol of longevity and cultural value, so they are sought after by many people.
3. Decorative paintings
Oil paintings, ink paintings or sculptures that were once forgotten in the corners of the house, covered with dust over time, can now become valuable items, sought after by art collectors.
These paintings are often created with sophistication and meticulousness, clearly expressing every detail and emotion. Over time, due to the shift in art trends and lack of awareness of their value, many oil paintings are forgotten in warehouses or corners of rooms. However, when rediscovered, they can cause great surprises because of their artistic and historical value. In the world, there have been paintings that seemed to be forgotten by time, but are now auctioned for millions of USD.
Statues, reliefs or sculptures with the talented hands of ancient artisans, not only have artistic value but are also cultural and historical symbols. Therefore, if you have ancient paintings in your home, you can consult researchers, archaeologists, and collectors to evaluate the product.
Old objects in your home, whether antiques or works of art, all have their own value and meaning. When we truly realize their value and meaning, these old objects can become treasures with values that we do not expect.
