Collectibles From The Soft Drink World For Fun And Profit
There are collectibles for every interest and price range, and soft drink related items are some of the most popular and available. Best of all, the prices start so low that nearly anyone can begin this hobby. For some, dealing in collectibles becomes a profit-making enterprise that grows from a leisure pursuit.
Collectors with a passion for soft drink collectibles might focus on specific types of items or a favorite brand such as Coca-Cola. Others might take a broad approach and collect anything related to soft drinks, even unusual items like an old drugstore soda counter or a barn door with a painted advertisement. While some mass produced items might be worth less than one dollar other rare or truly unique collectibles might be worth thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
If you are interested in this hobby you can begin by reading about the history of a product by visiting the brand website, such as Pepsi com or any other brand currently available. Brands that no longer exist still have fans and the internet can help you find that weird banana soda they only sold for two years in an obscure county in Montana, if it exists. There is considerable networking among those who love soft drink collectibles.
Collectors of soft drink memorabilia like collecting the old fashioned soda machines. These machines aren’t the easiest item to collect. They are large and expensive. If you buy one and need to ship it, shipping costs will be very expensive. And then the question becomes, where are you going to display your collectible. These items are fairly bulky. If you have a smaller space, there are a few smaller models. These smaller items have a larger price tag, especially if they are in working order.
Some of the most frequently purchased soft drink collectibles are signs. These signs can be made of wood, plastic, or other materials and come in numerous shapes and sizes. Their value is driven by rarity and condition, but even cheaper signs or reproductions of valuable signs make fine additions to your decor. Some have added interest because they contain lights, clocks, or other features.
Anyone who can afford a soft drink can or bottle can begin collecting. Bottles and cans are prized collectibles, especially if they still contain the soda! Very old bottles from the beginning of a product line are valued highly by collectors. Bottles or cans that mark changes in composition, color, shape, and so on are also valued highly.
Companies often mark holiday celebrations, Olympic games, regional events, and one of a kind accomplishments by creating unique packaging. This is a good opportunity to begin amassing your collectibles. There are also other items on the market which relate to your product and carry its trademark, such as drinking glasses, dishes, serving trays, timepieces, writing implements, and toys. Internet auctions are excellent sources for products related to past and current soft drinks.
Soda Pop Collectibles.com is the #1 source for Coca-Cola & Pepsi commemoratives, vintage and modern.
- Daniel Wright
:: Aug.28.2008 :: Uncategorized ::
