As we all prepare for gift giving, let’s take a look back at the most popular gifts from the past 100 years! Some are timeless classics that still make a great gift today… while others may be a bit more forgettable. Which ones do you remember – and which do you think will be Santa’s favorite this year?
The Radio Flyer Wagon
Invented in: 1923
Original price: $3.00
Current price: $88.99 on Amazon
The Yo-Yo
Invented in: 1929
Original price: $0.30
Current price: $3.00 on Amazon
Red Ryder BB Gun
Invented in: 1938
Original price: $5.00
Current price: About $25 on Amazon
The Slinky
Invented in: 1943
Original price: $0.80
Current price: $3.00 on Amazon
Mr. Potato Head
Invented in: 1952
Original price: $1.85
Current price: $6.88 on Amazon
Legos
Invented in: 1958
Original price: $3.50
Current price: Lego now ranges from $10 to thousands of dollars per set!
Barbie
Invented in: 1959
Original price: $3.00
Current price: Prices range from $7-$40+ these days!
Pet Rock
Invented in: 1975
Original price: $2.00
Current price: $19.99 on Amazon – or free in your backyard, of course.
Cabbage Patch Kids
Invented in: 1983
Original price: $30.00
Current price: Prices range from $14.99 to $35+
Gameboy
Invented in: 1990
Original price: $189
Current price: The original is out of production, but many modern alternatives exist!
Super Soaker
Invented in: 1993
Original price: $14.99
Current price: Prices average around $15 these days.
Tickle Me Elmo
Invented in: 1996
Original price: $30.00
Current price: $43.75 on Amazon
Furby
Invented in: 1998
Original price: $35.00
Current price: The “Furbacca” is about $45
iPod Touch
Invented in: 2007
Original price: $300
Current price: The latest generation of iPods are still around $300.
LOL! Surprise Dolls
Invented in: 2017
Original price: $10
Current price: Still about $10
Alright! Now that we’re done with our stroll down memory lane, what do you think 2020’s big hit will be once the dust settles? Let us know in the comments below!
Clayton says
You guys are great. I can buy a lot of stuff I don’t see anywhere else. Cool
Dale says
Interesting! Always look forward to opening your email to see what is new or today what is old! Thanks.
GiddyUp says
Thanks Dale, brightens our day to hear it!
Kathie Kennedy says
The little boy all dressed up to go to Sunday School, playing with the Legos! Adorable!
janet says
really funy between this and the sweaters