10 childhood toys worth thousands today
The rarest vintage toys command staggering sums at auction, often fetching life-changing amounts from collectors eager to reclaim a piece of their youth. From a $1.34 million Star Wars prototype to rare Hot Wheels and 1959 Barbie dolls, the real fortunes are hidden in unopened packaging and cancelled prototypes. Explore our countdown of the 10 childhood toys worth thousands today.
2026-07-16
The 10 most valuable collectible cards ever sold
Elite trading cards have transcended their speculative origins to become a premier alternative asset class alongside fine art and rare timepieces. Driven by documented provenance, ultra-low print runs, and immaculate grades, seven- and eight-figure sales now dominate the market. Explore our countdown of the ten highest-recorded public and private trading card sales defining the ceiling of the hobby.
The world’s best 10 toy stores
In an age of digital deliveries, physical toy shops remain magical wonderlands of imagination. From London’s seven-storey Hamleys and New York’s iconic FAO Schwarz to Lisbon’s historic Doll Hospital and Tokyo’s Kiddy Land, these legendary stores celebrate tactile, imaginative play. Explore our global countdown of the ten most extraordinary toy shops that continue to enchant children and collectors alike.
10 vintage Steiff teddy bears worth thousands today
What was once a childhood companion could now be worth a fortune! From a £125,000 Louis Vuitton collaboration to a rare 1912 Titanic mourning bear, vintage Steiff teddy bears now command thousands at auction. Discover the 10 most valuable Steiff bears ever sold, learn what drives their astronomical prices, and explore the fascinating history behind these million-pound masterpieces.
2026-07-15
The 10 best toy shops in Britain
Step away from digital screens and into Britain’s most magical toy shops! From charming independent boutiques in seaside towns to giant LEGO flagships, these tactile wonderlands inspire wonder in children and nostalgic adults alike. Explore our countdown of the top 10 toy shops across the UK, and uncover the dramatic 260-year history of London’s legendary retail palace, Hamleys.
Top 10 most valuable video games of all time
Hunting through boxes of old video games could make you a millionaire! Driven by intense nostalgia and professional grading, rare factory-sealed cartridges now trigger seven-figure bidding wars. From a $3 million copy of Super Mario Bros. to ultra-rare Atari mysteries, grab a controller and explore our countdown of the 10 most valuable video games ever sold at auction.
Stolen to order? Investigators probe motives of daring Louvre heist
Stolen to order is a phrase used more often in news reporting than law enforcement. It’s a rarity, but could it have happened at the Louvre last Sunday?
2025-10-22
$2 million expected for Michael Jordan jersey, shorts
All Micheal Jordan jerseys are valuable but this one has seen real, hard action in 17 ties of a spectacular season. See how much it is worth here.
2025-04-16
The Lady, the Tramp and the history of animation
This is one of the biggest and best collections in animation art history and buyers will queue up for these pieces and pay big prices.
2024-08-08
Penny Red “stamp that shouldn’t exist” set to spark £650,000 collector frenzy
This stamp should have been destroyed. Somehow it has survived to become one of the treasures of world philately. It’s yours, if you have £650,000 to spend.
2024-07-12
John Lennon Help! guitar found. Could set new record
An accoustic guitar played by John Lennon is heading for a potential record auction sale after being found in a loft. The guitar, a 12-string acoustic, was played on the […]
2024-04-24
Signed Henry VIII warrant to sell in Dutch auction
Paul Fraser Collectibles are pioneering Dutch auctions in the sector with the sale this week of a very rare Henry VIII signed document. The 1513 document is up for grabs now, at a starting maximum of £65,000.
2023-10-05
Freddie sale makes £12million+ start
An evening sale of personal items from Queen singer Freddie Mercury’s raised £12.4 million at Sotheby’s on September 6th. No lots were left unsold. The sale opened a 6-night series of auctions that raised over £39.9 million in total.
2023-09-20
Mansell fires starting gun on major F1 sale
One of Britain’s favourite motor racing stars is selling the bulk of his personal memorabilia collection. Nigel Mansell, the 1992 F1 world champion, is selling 330 lots through RM Sotheby’s […]
