- Searches for iconic ’90s toys have skyrocketed in the last month, says Ebay
The 1990s are well and truly back, but an Oasis reunion, the return of a Labor government and even baggy jeans are just the beginning.
According to Ebay, iconic toys of the decade, including Furbys and Tamagotchis, are experiencing a similar resurgence.
Searches skyrocketed 125 percent in September, likely driven by Generation Z and nostalgic millennials.
Retro resurgence: demand for iconic 90s toys has skyrocketed according to Ebay
If you have a bunch of these toys from when you were a kid in the ’90s, you could sell them for a lot more than you bought them for.
Ebay says some toys can sell for more than £50, notably the Star Wars Lego Job Lot, which has an average selling price of £52.
There are some even more specialized toys that could earn you a pretty penny if you keep them in good condition.
Tamagochis were one of the biggest toy crazes of the late ’90s, and now Japan’s pocket-sized digital pets are back.
The average selling price for one is now £38, according to Ebay, a decent return for a toy that normally sold for around £8.
However, the more the item is used, the less money you are likely to get.
Experts previously told This Is Money that if you have an original Tamagotchi, it could weigh a few hundred pounds, especially if it’s in its original, sealed packaging.
However, be careful with recently reissued Tamagotchis as they are still priced lower at around £20.
Furbys are also making a comeback with searches up 5 per cent last month, with an average selling price of £23.
Ebay is packed with furry toys, and some limited edition Furbys sell for much more.
Family favorite Bop It is another toy making a comeback, with searches up 15 per cent and selling for an average of £13, while Beyblade sets are selling for an average of £24.
Interest in Polly Pocket houses has skyrocketed, up 100 percent over the month. This is likely a result of plans for a movie being announced, similar to Barbie’s resurgence last summer.
Finally, Pokémon cards remain a staple for nostalgic ’90s kids and their popularity continues to rise.
While the average pack of cards sells for £12 according to Ebay, there are particular cards that cost much more.
According to experts, sealed, untouched cards are likely to have a much higher value, and collectible cards tend to be graded based on their condition.
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