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Toys, 7 Finds, $4 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 toy and game discoveries found in attics, drawers, and even used as doorstops. 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 below include:

  • $159,000 for a tin toy found in an attic
  • $288,000 for a toy used as a doorstop
  • $929,000 for a game piece found in a drawer

Often overlooked for years, these surprising finds reveal just how valuable treasures can be when hiding in plain sight. Explore the full list below the ad


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7—Legendary Finds:


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

📰 📽️ 📅 2023 ReportIn 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 News


    2. Game Piece—£735,000 ($929,000) for Family's $6 Purchase Found in Drawer

    📰 📅 2019 Report: Discovered in a drawer after 55 years, a medieval game piece—unknowingly purchased for $6 in Scotland—fetches £735,000 ($929,000). This rare and storied piece is part of the world-famous Lewis Chessmen.

      Story and images: 🔗 CNN


        3. 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: 🔗 MovieWeb

          4. Doorstop Discovery—$288,000 for Rare Cast Iron Bank Found at U.S. Estate Sale

          📰 📅 2021 Report: In Vineland, New Jersey, United States, a cast iron Mikado mechanical bank discovered at a Pennsylvania estate sale in the 1980s, where it was described as a doorstop, has been auctioned in 2021 for $288,000. The bank is one of the finest known, featuring a red table variation and pristine condition. Its rarity and condition significantly raised its value, far exceeding its initial purchase as a simple household item.

            Story and image: 🔗 Antiques And The Arts Weekly


            5. Dollhouse Delight—£150,000 ($195,000) for 1705 Dolls & House Discovered in UK Home

            📰 📽️ 📅 2016 Report: An 18th-century English doll's house, crafted in 1705 and preserved with its original dolls and furnishings, was appraised by the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow at over £150,000 (approximately $195,000 USD in 2024). Passed down through generations in the owner's family, this rare historical piece is not only a valuable antique but also regarded as "of national importance" within the UK.

              Story, video, and images: 🔗 BBC


              6. Robot Rarity—$159,900 for Scarce 'Machine Man' Toy Found in Attic

              📰 📅 2020 Report: A rare 'Machine Man' toy robot, discovered in a Scranton, USA attic, broke records with a $159,900 sale at a US auction—limited release enhances its rarity.

              Story and image: 🔗 Antiques And The Arts Weekly


              7. Ferris Find—$138,000 for Rare Antique Toy Discovered in Pennsylvania Barber Shop

              📰 📅 2020 Report: In Pennsylvania, USA, a rare Mohr & Krauss double Ferris wheel toy was discovered by a couple inside a barber shop. The antique, prized for its rarity and intricate design, was valued at $138,000. The unexpected find highlights how valuable treasures can surface in everyday places.

              Story and image: 🔗 Antique Trader


              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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              Stuff & Spots: 120 Legends

              1. Antique
              2. Art
              3. Attic
              4. Auction
              5. Barn Find
              6. Basement
              7. Bizarre
              8. Book & Script
              9. Box & Trunk
              10. Camera & Photo
              11. Car & Motorcycle
              12. Closet & Cabinet
              13. Clothing & Fashion
              14. Coin & Banknote
              15. Collectible
              16. Comic
              17. Doll & Bear
              18. Drawer & Dresser
              19. Dumpster & Trash
              20. Electronic & Tech
              21. Estate Sale
              22. Flea Market
              23. Hidden in Plain Sight
              24. Jewelry, Gem, Watch
              25. Metal Detecting
              26. Music, Vinyl, Memorabilia
              27. Musical Instrument
              28. Online
              29. Pottery, Glass, Ceramic
              30. Random
              31. Shed & Garage
              32. Shelf & Mantel
              33. Shipwreck
              34. Showbiz
              35. Sports
              36. Storage Locker
              37. Thrifting
              38. Toy
              39. Video Game
              40. Yard Sale