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Strange Collectibles that People Collect

There's something about strange and unusual collectibles that just fascinates us.

By Jerry NelsonPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Unusual Collectibles that People Purchase

We are fascinated by quirky and unusual collectibles for some reason. These things have drawn our attention and kept it for dear life, whether because of their singularity or just because they're bizarre. Let's look at some of the weirdest collectibles in this post, from fake vomit to Elvis's hair. Read on to learn more, whether you're a collector or just intrigued by these odd objects!

People collect various things, and collectors diligently compile and organize multiple items, from rare coins to old comic books to precious documents. Hobbyists generally consider ordering as an enjoyable leisure time. Some collectors are motivated by the possible return on their investment. Others engage in it out of unbridled passion or fascination with the possessions they collect.

However, some collectors have very distinctive collections made up of rare objects. Money's value might not matter in those circumstances. But before discussing those characteristics, let's first define an open group.

The following picks in the world of collecting are quirky, odd, uncommon, or peculiar.

Hollywood Hair

Nails

Fossilized Poop

the sauce

Old Surgical Instruments

Vintage Mousetraps

Do Not Disturb Hotel Door Signs

Barf Bags

There is one last amenity remaining for every passenger: the barf bag. At the same time, many major airlines have gradually removed the complimentary food, entertainment, and legroom that used to make aircraft pleasant to fly.

Who has the most extensive collection of vomit bags?

In more than 40 years of collecting, Neik from Wormerveer, the Netherlands, has amassed 6,016 barf bags from 1,142 airlines in 160 countries. When he and a friend made a wager to see who could collect the most of any one object and set a world record, he began collecting them.

What are barf sacks known as?

Vomit or puke bags, sometimes called emesis bags, are made to prevent direct contact with patient bodily fluids.

Hollywood Hair

Crazy superfans worldwide will pay up to $300,000 for a hair-raising collector's item.

Why is celebrity hair collected?

Individuals' desire to be near renowned people, and collectors' readiness to pay hefty prices for a small number of strands are the driving forces behind many collections today. The record is held by Elvis Presley's fabled locks, which sold for an astounding $115,000!

Learning about historical people's and celebrities' hair markets is incredibly fascinating.

Can one purchase celebrity hair?

Despite being a centuries-old custom, purchasing hair from famous people's heads—both living and dead—fits right in with our current celebrity-obsessed culture. a society where individuals are already shelling out thousands of dollars for plastic surgery to resemble a Kardashian.

Fossilized Poop

How much is preserved feces worth?

According to Chait, an assortment of "naturally-colored fossil feces" presented by the auction house in May 2013 was valued between $2,500 and $3,500; it ultimately sold for $5,185. A clump of Jurassic-era dinosaur dung estimated to be worth $450 sold for almost $1,000 in 2008 at Bonhams, New York.

How long before feces get petrified?

Coprolites of many different creatures, including cats, dinosaurs, and even people, have been discovered by paleontologists. Petrification typically takes a few thousand years, but for about $8,000 to $10,000, you can get your hands on this specimen.

What is the name for petrified feces?

Coprolites

Coprolites are preserved animal feces from millions of years ago. They are trace fossils, not parts of the genuine animal. This coprolite can provide scientists with information about an animal's diet.

How can you tell whether a coprolite is genuine?

The shapes of many coprolites are unmistakably poopy. Comparing coprolites' figures to contemporary analogs is one of the simplest ways to recognize them. Modern shark excrement has a spiral pattern that resembles some marine coprolites. Coprolites of crocodilians appear almost "fresh."

You're all set! The rationale for people's infatuation with strange collectibles. People frequently feel they compelled to possess a portion of something that alters the way they perceive life and their experiences. Along with this peculiar obsession with odd artifacts, some people also hoard money.

I did an informal and unscientific analysis (thanks, Google!) and discovered that persons who keep strange stuff in their homes make an extra $5,000 annually. If you meet the requirements to participate in my free content write-up, get in touch with me immediately so I can provide you access to some fantastic pieces.

American author and writer Jerry. He dwells in an apartment close to the Rio de la Plata with his lovely Argentine wife Alejandra, their rescue dog Revi, and their rescue cat Mandhu (cat-Mandhu, get it?).

Visit him at https://fiverr.com/jandrewnelson and connect on Twitter.

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Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson is an American writer living the expat life in Argentina and winner of the Revi 2021 Reader Award.

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