That Old Junk Could Be Worth Thousands: 9 Vintage Treasures
What Happened
The collectibles market has exploded in recent years, with vintage items reaching record-breaking sale prices that would make anyone rethink what they’ve donated or thrown away. The most striking example came from DuBois, Pennsylvania, where a Goodwill employee discovered a tiny golden LEGO Bionicle mask among donated items. The piece, one of only 30 ever made during a 2001 promotional campaign, sold at auction for $18,101.
But LEGO isn’t the only vintage collectible commanding serious money. A sealed 1986 Donkey Kong video game shattered records by selling for $370,880 in 2025, while a 1979 Boba Fett action figure—complete with its controversial rocket-firing feature that was recalled before release—sold for $525,000 in 2024.