18. Silverware – Up To $17,500
You may also have a grandmother who collected silverware. Who said it was a waste? A Tiffany 84-piece set from 1905 sells for $4,975 at eBay. Wait until you see what happens! In 2011, a silver flatware set (297 ounces weighing silver) made in 1927 sold for $17.500. Wow!
19. Vintage Handbags – $3,000
New branded handbags can sell for more than $2,000, but it’s not surprising. Did you know they can still be worth a lot if they are years old? A vintage Chanel bag that is in excellent condition can fetch around $3,000 and those in less than perfect condition can still be worth $400.