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Collectible, 16 Finds, $590 Million+

Hidden Treasures Found in Everyday Places

Some of the most astonishing treasures aren’t buried underground—they’re 'hidden' in plain sight. News reports have revealed remarkable collectible discoveries in ordinary settings, from attics to yard sales. By exploring the map, you can trace how different treasure eras, styles, and locations have shaped these unexpected finds.

A few legendary examples from the list include:

$12 Million for an iconic guitar found in an attic
$18 Million for a rare sports car found in a barn
$40 Million for a dinosaur dig discovery

Overlooked for years, these surprising discoveries show how valuable treasures can be—even when hiding in plain sight. Explore the full list below the ad ☟

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16—Legendary Finds:

1. Masterpiece Marvel—$450 Million for Da Vinci Painting Found at Estate Sale

📽️ 📅 2018 Report: In New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, a long-lost painting purchased at an estate sale for under $10,000 in 2005 was later revealed as Leonardo da Vinci's Salvator Mundi. The painting, one of only 15 by da Vinci, sold at auction in New York in 2017 for $450.3 million, becoming the most expensive artwork ever sold. Full story in an eight-minute video.

Video: 🔗 Robb Report / YouTube

2. Dino Delight—Nearly $45 Million for Dinosaur Skeleton Found in Colorado

📰 📅 2024 Report: A Stegosaurus skeleton, dubbed 'Apex,' was unearthed in Colorado, USA. This 150-million-year-old fossil, reportedly the most complete of its size, was discovered at a dig site—making it a rare find. On July 17, 2024, it fetched $44.6 million at auction. This event was significant as it marked the most valuable fossil ever sold at auction to date.

Story and images: 🔗 CBS News

3. Ruby Red Record—$32.5 Million for Judy Garland’s 1939 'Oz' Slippers Recovered by FBI

📰 📅 2024 Report: A screen-matched pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz (1939) sold for $28 million ($32.5 million after fees) at a Dallas, USA, auction. Stolen in 2005 from Minnesota's Judy Garland Museum, they were recovered by the FBI in 2018 and authenticated. The sale sets a record for Hollywood memorabilia.

Story and image: 🔗 The Hollywood Reporter

4. Barn Find Ferrari—$18.5 Million for Ultra-Rare 1961 250 GT SWB Unearthed in Rural France

📰 📅 2015 Report: Unearthed in a barn in rural France beneath rotting magazines, a rare 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider, one of only 37 ever made, it sold for $18.5 million. This Ferrari was part of a larger collection that garnered an impressive $28.5 million in total.

Story and images: 🔗 Autoweek

5. Hofner Harmony—Priceless $12 Million Beatles Bass Bought with Beer in London

📽️ 📅 2024 Report: In London, UK, Paul McCartney's long-lost Hofner bass guitar—used during The Beatles' rise to fame—was recovered after 50 years. At the time, numerous news agencies valued the instrument at $12 million. Stolen in 1972, the priceless artifact was reportedly traced to a local pub, where it was said to have traded hands for 'a few quid' (a few bucks) and free beer, according to investigative journalists. Its rarity and historical significance are unmatched. Full story in a two-minute video.

Video: 🔗 NBC News / YouTube

6. Stamp Sensation—$9.5 Million for Priceless Postal Artifact Found in Basement

📽️ 📅 2017 Report: In the UK, the rare One-Cent Magenta stamp—originally purchased for a penny in 1856—was rediscovered by a 12-year-old boy in his uncle’s basement in 1873. Known as one of the world’s most valuable stamps, it was auctioned for $9.5 million in 2014. After being hidden for decades, the stamp’s extreme rarity and immense value have made it a prized treasure for collectors. Full story in a seven-minute video.

Video: 🔗 CBS Mornings / YouTube

7. Filing Cabinet Find—$9 Million for 1787 Constitution Found on Farm

📰 📽️ 📅 2024 Report: A rare 1787 copy of the U.S. Constitution was discovered inside a forgotten filing cabinet on a historic farm in North Carolina, USA, during its preparation to become a public site. The document, originally part of Governor Samuel Johnston’s collection, sold at auction for $9 million. Only a handful of copies still exist.

Story, video, and images: 🔗 CBS News

8. Superman Sensation—$3.2 Million for 1938 Comic Found in Estate Sale Chest

📰 📅 2014 Report: In the USA, a rare 1938 Superman comic, unearthed from a cedar chest during an estate sale, fetched $3.2 million at auction. Its value was highlighted by its rarity—one of the few surviving copies from an original run of 200,000—and its exceptional condition, earning a 9.0 rating on the CGC scale.

Story and images: 🔗 BBC

9. Iconic Movie Prop—$3 Million for Star Wars Model Found in Garage

📽️ 📅 2023 Report: In the US, a rare miniature X-wing model from Star Wars was discovered in a garage, hidden inside a box of packing peanuts. Once owned by a visual effects artist, this treasure was sold for more than $3M—highlighting its rarity and exceptional significance in film history. Full story in a one-minute video.

Video: 🔗 TODAY

10. Massachusetts Marvel—$2.5 Million for Rare 1652 Coin Found in Dutch Cabinet

📰 📽️ 📅 2024 Report: A rare 1652 Massachusetts threepence coin—struck at the Boston Mint and found in an old cabinet in the Netherlands—was sold in the US for $2.5 million. It set records as the most valuable pre-Revolutionary and non-gold US coin sold at auction. Only one exists outside museums, making it a grail treasure for collectors.

Story, video, and images: 🔗 Popular Science

11. Magic Card Marvel—$2 Million for Random Pull by Retail Worker

📰 📽️ 📅 2023 Report: In Toronto, Canada, a retail worker discovered a unique 'One Ring' Magic: The Gathering card, which was later sold to a famous rapper for $2 million. Its rarity and origin in a special deck made it priceless.

Story, images, and video: 🔗 CBC

12. Warhol Wonder—Millions for Digital Art Found on Vintage Computer

📰 📅 2024 Report: In rural Delaware, USA, a long-lost digital portrait of Debbie Harry by Andy Warhol, crafted on an Amiga computer in 1985, has been discovered after nearly four decades. Originally commissioned for a Commodore promotional event, this digital artwork, potentially worth millions, was found in the home of a former Commodore technician.

Story and images: 🔗 Page Six

13. Daytona Discovery—$700,000 for Rare Rolex Hidden in Deposit Box

📰 📽️ 📅 2019 Report: A rare Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Daytona, purchased in 1975 for $345.97 by a U.S. Air Force veteran, was kept in a safety deposit box. The unworn 1971 model, complete with its original documentation and box, was valued at $500,000–$700,000 during an appraisal that floored the owner—literally.

Story, video, and images: 🔗 PBS Antiques Roadshow

14. Sealed Super Mario—$660,000 for Rare Game Found in Drawer

📰 📅 2021 Report: In the US, a rare, sealed Super Mario Bros. NES cartridge—discovered in an office drawer—sold for $660,000, highlighting the game's immense rarity and value.

Story and images: 🔗 Movie Web

15. Monster Art Marvel—$600,000 for Rare 1931 Movie Poster Found at Yard Sale

📽️ 📅 2013 Report: In a stunning discovery of vintage poster art at a northern California, USA, tag sale, a buyer uncovered an original 1931 'Frankenstein' movie poster hidden inside a used briefcase. The briefcase, purchased as old luggage for a nominal fee, contained a priceless six-sheet poster—long thought nonexistent. This rare find, now considered the most valuable movie poster ever, underscores its unique historical significance. Experts later estimated the poster's value at over $600,000. Full story in a 10-minute video.

Video: 🔗 Amazing Treasures via Metropolis / YouTube

16. Vinyl Vault—$100,000 for Rare Record Discovered in Local Shop

📰 📅 2024 Report: In Macomb County, Michigan, USA, a rare Motown record—deemed priceless due to its scarcity—was discovered at Melodies & Memories, a local record store. This vinyl, a test pressing of Frank Wilson's "Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)," was thought to be lost until its rediscovery in the Zieja family’s extensive collection. Originally intended for destruction in 1965, the few surviving copies have since become highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Valued at an estimated $100,000 due to its rarity and historical significance, this particular piece was eventually sold for an undisclosed sum to Detroit native and musician Jack White, keeping it within the local music community.

Story and images: 🔗 Audacity

These inspiring discoveries reveal the untapped potential of everyday spaces as hidden treasure troves. Explore the top 40 finds below the ad ☟

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