Enough, Marie Kondo: 12 Old Things in Your Home That Are Definitely Worth Keeping

Designer Labels

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For all you label hounds out there, take a beat before donating what could one day become a vintage goldmine. This is especially true for handbags, which slip in and out of fashion quickly. A vintage Chanel waist bag from the '90s can fetch nearly $2,700 on TheRealReal.com.

Sneakers

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Ditto: vintage sneakers — especially if they're early Air Jordans.

Vinyl Records

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LPs are making a comeback, so perhaps you weren't planning to offload them anyway. But certain albums — from Britney Spears to Bob Dylan — are worth hundreds, even thousands.

First-Edition Books

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While Marie Kondo says you shouldn't really have more than 30 books in your library, think twice before sending any first editions to Goodwill — especially if they're signed. When a famous author dies, those can be worth thousands.

Musical Instruments

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We've all fancied ourselves giving a command performance or playing to a sold-out stadium, only to drop our lessons in favor of something less … difficult. Those instruments, however, stand the test of time. Used gear, in particular, retains its value.

Watches

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Namely, luxury watches — and, specifically, a Rolex. It's "the only brand that is able to maintain the high resale value with the majority of its products," Ariel Adams, a watch expert, told Money magazine.

Comic Books

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If you love comics, it's no secret that titles from the 1930s, '40s and '50s are worth an astonishing amount of money. While modern comics aren't quite as rare, they have potential value to collectors.

Antique Silverware

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Perhaps you prefer a different look for your table, and that's fine. But don't let trends distract you from the inherent value of real silver silverware. Pay attention to brands like Tiffany, Gorham and Oneida.

Copper Pots

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Similarly, copper pans hold their value, and are seriously sought after by home cooks and amateur chefs alike.

Vintage Quilts

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Grandma's quilt is a keeper — and not just for sentimental value. Antique dealers will pay in the thousands for true, handmade quilts from the 19th century.

Art

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. It's similar with the value of art. Should you be lucky enough to own an original painting, sculpture or print, it's worth waiting to see how its value rises and falls — whether or not it's on your wall.

'90s Toys

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I hope you held on to your Nintendo! That, and other '90s toys, could be worth hundreds.