Like retro lunchboxes, kitchenware, and cameras, vintage figurines can be surprisingly valuable. Many of these timeless and sentimental pieces — from whimsical Precious Moments pieces to delicate Lladro designs — have become treasured relics, with prices soaring into the high…
There are typically a handful of tell-tale signs that you grew up poor. Maybe you ate Kraft Singles as snacks, folding them in half and biting a hole out of the middle to create a “cheese donut.” Rich people, on…
The average pet owner might splurge on a pricier treat a few times a year, a new collar, or a fancy toy. But if you’ve got the big bucks, no expense is spared. From personal chefs to designer pet fashion,…
From the roaring stock markets of the 1920s to the high-tech trading floors of today, Wall Street’s history is as dramatic as it is impactful. Through bustling trading floors, stock market crashes, and historic milestones, Wall Street has proven itself…
Before the paparazzi and TMZ, we had to rely on celebrity postcards to get a glimpse into the private estates (and Christmas trees) of Hollywood’s finest. These vintage postcards from the 1920s and beyond showcase the homes of stars like…
Family game nights may have come and gone, but those vintage board games you have stored in your attic may still be worth dusting off. Like well-worn cassette tapes and VHS tapes, old board games could be worth a small…
The 1980s brought us bulky personal computers, camcorders, and the first brick-to-your-ear cell phones — but they didn’t come cheap. Back then, buying cutting-edge technology meant spending a small fortune,…
Car auctions happen all the time. As long as the uber-rich and super-famous maintain an affinity for car collecting, they will continue showcasing flashy, rare models for high prices. When…
When it comes to the ultra-rich, weddings aren’t just celebrations of love — they’re grand spectacles meant to stop the world in its tracks. From one of the most-watched events…
When it comes to money, we tend to think that the U.S. dollar reigns supreme. But there are a handful of currencies out there that are even stronger. These powerhouse…
While most of us see license plates as mundane identifiers for vehicles, that’s far from the case for serious collectors. Across the globe, some license plates are worth more than…
Everything. Is. So. Expensive. It feels like every time we breathe it costs $5. Inhale, your property taxes just went up. Exhale, inflation is coming in hot. The weight of…
Perfume isn’t cheap, whether we’re talking Baccarat or Chanel. Sometimes it’s the brand’s big name. Sometimes it’s the luxurious fragrances within the bottle. And sometimes it’s the bottle that holds the…
You’ve heard of first-world problems (“OMG, the internet is so slow today!”). Compared to serious issues like famine or disease, these aren’t actually problems at all. And then there are rich…
The 1950s were known as a golden age in fashion and glamour — and the jewelry was no exception, especially among the elites. From Lena Horne’s understated pearl strands to…
What the world needs is more billionaires — said no one ever. And yet, here we are. Oxfam reports that 204 new billionaires emerged in 2024; the combined wealth of…
If you grew up in the ’90s — or were the parent or grandparent of someone who did — you know the cultural grip Polly Pocket had on the nation.…