The 1990s were some of the best years for toys. There was just enough technology for cool things to constantly come out, but plenty of old-school games that gave you the real experience of play.
If you were like most kids in the 1990s, you couldn't wait to get your hands on a new toy. But there were some wise forward thinkers out there who fought the urge and kept their toys in pristine condition. There were even some true revolutionaries who bought themselves two of everything during the height of collector culture.
As a result, there are some '90s toys out there that are worth a pretty penny. The Toy Zone decided to check out the '90s most valuable toys from the golden age of child play.
Beanie Babies: Rainbow the Chameleon
Beanie Babies were one of the biggest toys of the '90s, so it makes sense to see one on the list. Rainbow the Chameleon was a 1997 release that recently sold on eBay for $50,000.
As it turns out, Beanie Babies rule as the most valuable '90s toys, with Valentina (With Errors) selling for $29,999; Valentino selling for $25,003; Pouch selling for $19,000, and Princess Diana Bear selling for $18,950.
Nintendo 64: GoldenEye 007
GoldenEye 007 is one of the most beloved video games to come out of the '90s. A particularly mint copy of the old-school video game sold for $14,499.
Talkboy: Home Alone 2 Deluxe Talkboy AFA 75+
Home Alone made the Talkboy the toy dictaphone everyone needed to have after watching the hit flick. The toy, which now doubles as movie memorabilia, has gone for as much as $10,000 on eBay.
Furby
Furbies were one of the hottest toys of the decade, but now we can admit they were also kind of creepy. Be that as it may, an unopened Furby scored one lucky owner $10,000 in an eBay auction.
American Girl: Felicity Merriman
The original Felicity Merriman doll for American Girl came out in 1991. It has also scored $10,000 at auction. An American Girl doll also holds the spot for the highest resold doll, with 1997's Josefina Montoya doll selling for $7,820.
Nintendo Game Boy Color Pikachu Edition
The 1999 Pikachu Edition Game Boy Color was a huge moment for both Nintendo and Pokémon. A brand-new one has gotten as much as $7,550 at auction.
Playmate Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Scratch
It seems odd that Scratch the Cat would be the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle character most likely to bring in the big bucks, but it's now become coveted for collectors. This 1993 action figure has sold for over $5,000.
Super Nintendo: Super Mario Land 2
Super Mario Land 2 was one of the most popular games in Nintendo history. It introduced Wario to the franchise and changed the future of the Mario universe. A mint copy has sold for $5,000.
Power Rangers: Thunder Megazord
The Deluxe Thunder Megazord was one of the great finds of 1994. It features both the Thunderzord Assault Team and the Red Dragon Thunderzord morphed together. A brand-new one has sold for $4,915.
Nintendo 64 Launch Edition
It's been 25 years since the world was first introduced to the Nintendo 64, and it's still one of the most beloved consoles of all time. A pristine console has sold for over $3,000.
Barbie: Barbie Holiday Special Edition 1997
Barbie's holiday dolls are known for being truly stunning, but 1997 outshined the rest. A brand-new, mint-box doll has gone for as much as $2,500.
G.I. Joe Roadblock Action Figure
The G.I. Joe Roadblock Series 11 action figure cost just under $10 when it came out in 1991. Now a collector's joy, it's scored as much as $1,800.
Transformers G2 Optimus Prime
This Optimus Prime brought new and exciting features to the action figure scene. A mint condition version of this action figure has brought in over $1,200.
Super Soaker CPS 2000
Super Soaker had never made anything as game-changing as the CPS 2000 before 1996. This one was known for making and breaking water fights once and for all. A new one has gotten as much as $1,100 in auction!
Wolverine 4th Edition Action Figure
A limited number of these coveted action figures were produced, so it's no wonder this one's such a hit. The Wolverine action figure has gone for as much as $1,000.
