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  • Learn More About Collectibles

    Collectibles is a broad umbrella term for a variety of items that are desired by others and are rare or unique in some way. Some varieties of antiques and collectibles have a value that increases as time goes on, like collectible glass. Others consist of a series of items with a similar style or design. These types of collectibles often have special edition items made in a limited quantity that are highly sought by avid collectors.


    From vintage toy collectibles packed with nostalgia to delicate collectible plates that glisten in your curio cabinet, the independent sellers on Etsy have exciting items you won’t find anywhere else.

    Collectibles come in several types and categories, from advertisements for small businesses that became large corporations to beautifully crafted keepsakes like music boxes. Below are some of the most popular types of collectibles you’ll come across:


    • Books: A first edition of your favorite novel, an early version of the English dictionary, or a complete series of books with rare book jacket artwork are all exciting book collectibles examples. With collectible books, the rarer the print, the more valuable.
    • Cards: One of the most popular forms of collectibles, card collectibles can be a series of artwork, stat cards for athletes or characters, or vintage and antique versions of playing cards and trading cards.
    • Coins: Referred to as numismatics, coin collecting is the hobby of collecting and authenticating coins in various currencies. Coin collectibles have value for several reasons, such as an unintended flaw that increases their rarity.
    • Comics: More than just a collection of issues, comics collectibles include specialty items, figures, associated toys, and promotional pieces all centered around the evolution and history of the comic's overarching story.
    • Figurines: Depicting anything from athletes to animals to landscapes to model car collectibles, collectible figurines typically have a cohesive design with varied finishing design elements. Collectible figurines can be elegant, abstract, wacky, humorous, or anything in between.
    • Souvenirs: Loosely defined as something kept as a reminder of an event, location, or person, souvenir and event collectibles cover a range of items, such as paperweights, tickets, posters, limited merchandise, or photographs.
    • Militaria: Helmets, uniforms, equipment, and medals with historical military significance, militaria is a tangible way to study history and the perspective of individuals during historic moments.
    • Movie mementos: Hollywood collectibles, such as promotional items, props, costumes, or backstage equipment, are highly desirable collectibles. Hollywood memorabilia tells the history of the movie-making industry.
    • Sports collectibles: Die-hard fans fill their sports room with collectible items representing their favorite teams. Sports collectibles span the history of an individual team or the entire sport, showing the evolution of your favorite form of entertainment.
    • Toys: Stuffed animals, action figures, vintage train sets, and dolls are popular types of toy collectibles you'll see from sellers on Etsy.

    There are many ways to incorporate collectibles into your home decor rather than storing them out of sight. As an expression of your most passionate interests and hobbies, the right collectible display is the key to celebrating your collection. Here are a few trendy tips to help inspire your art and collectibles configuration.


    • Use clear acrylic boxes to house your collectibles and place them in uniform rows on simple shelving. The clear boxes provide the right level of protection without disrupting your ability to admire and appreciate each piece.
    • Keep the wall behind the display simple. A complex pattern distracts the viewer’s eye and makes it more difficult to appreciate the subtle finishing touches of a piece.
    • For a kid’s room, floating shelves around the room is a fun and easy way to create enough space to allow their collection to grow.


    Antique collectibles sparkling in the soft, low lighting of a curio cabinet offers a timeless, classic vibe that perfectly matches the delicate nature of your items. Add some focus lighting to your collection of vintage dolls or action figures to breathe life into each figure and showcase its unique features.