The Most Valuable Collectors' Items in History

135. Original Easy Bake Oven

Manufacturer: Kenner Products
Original price: $15,95 *
Current price: $300 *

Kenner Products, a toy manufacturer in Cincinnati, Ohio, introduced the Easy-Bake Oven in 1963 for US$15.95 (equivalent to US$141.62 today). The original oven was heated by two 100-watt incandescent light bulbs and was designed to look almost identical to a conventional oven. It came in turquoise or light yellow, and since 1963 the design has changed several times.

Early models from 1963 sell for hundreds on eBay. Though models from 1969, such as the red or green “Premier,” and 1971's “Mod” model might not sell for as much, it's worth getting them appraised, as vintage toy collectors will occasionally go on buying sprees of this classic toy.