Have one of these phones sitting around? It could be worth big bucks
Shockingly, your phone that’s a few years old might be considered vintage. An unopened first edition iPhone recently earned a bid of over $39,000, and more than a few older smartphone models appear to be attracting similarly-interested collectors (and their pocketbooks).
The original iPhone is one obvious contender, but a few of the most valuable old phones might surprise you. Old Motorolas, Nokias, and even an HTC phone might be worth a lot. Don’t want to sell your old phone? Tap or click for nine brilliant things to do with that old cellphone you have lying around.
Is it time for a smartphone upgrade? You might be in luck. Any of the following devices could earn you big bucks. Is one of your old phones on the list?
Nokia 7280
The quirky configurable phone is a favorite amongst die-hard fans and collectors. If you’ve got one in your junk drawer, you can expect to sell it for approximately $203.77 on eBay.
Motorola International 3200
Straight out of an old thriller movie, Motorola International 3200 is truly a relic of the golden age of retro brick phones. It’s the first digital mobile handheld device and was released in 1992.
If you’re lucky enough to have one still, it earns an average of $243.36 online. We can only imagine those seeking them out hope for a period-accurate prop for an independent passion project.
Motorola MicroTAC 9800X
The Motorola MicroTAC delivers everything as far as a no-fuss, no-frills mobile device is concerned. The classy flip cover? Check. The iconic antenna? You got it. This phone is worth around $260.14. That is if you’re willing to part ways with this piece of history.
Motorola RAZR2
If you know, you know. RAZR phones changed the game in terms of sleek, sexy design. If you have an old one in good condition, you might be able to sell it for a tidy $270.18, the average going rate on eBay.
Buy and sell old coins, or just see how much your collection is worth
eBay has a large market for hobby-related items such as trading cards. As a seller, you’ll appreciate how much easier to pack and ship they are than larger, more delicate items.
With all the listings, you can quickly determine the value of an item you have based on past sales of similar ones. Sites like eBay have made listing items even easier for trading card sellers. Tap or click here for our report. But coin collectors haven’t had it quite as easy. Until now.
Check the attic! 8 old tech items worth a lot of money
True collectors are fascinating people; they’re smart and persistent. As time goes on, everyday objects fall out of fashion and then, years later, clever collectors swoop in. Example: A one-cent postage stamp from British Guiana worth about $10 million.