Lately the trends in reality television have been geared towards do it yourself programs, storage facility finds, and guys that travel the country to essentially survey other people's garbage in hopes of striking gold.We have all heard the saying, "One man's trash, is another man's treasure", but like these programs, and in the junk removal industry—that couldn't be more true! When people forget about unpaid storage lockers or call companies like Junk It! To remove years of built up clutter, it is then on the collectors to sift through the items to determine what becomes garbage, recycling, resale, or donation. During this process, you may be surprised what they come across. Sometimes it's a money-maker, sometimes it's a good laugh, memory, or even a pintrest-worthy post! Here are some cool finds that Junk It, a firm providing professional junk removal came across.
What is this item? This newspaper found in near pristine condition includes a 2 page spread on Canadian legend Terry Fox and the story of both his life and death.
Why this item is cool? It's not only neat to see the care someone took in preserving a little piece of Canadian history but also to look back on stories and advertisements over 30 years old! This item also had some money-making potential as the once 25 cent paper now sits on Kijiji for $150!
What is this item? Another 1981 Canadian treasure was found that may excite toy and car enthusiasts alike! Found in original packaging comes the mini-model of Canadian Tire's remote control truck.
Why this item is cool? This may be a great additional to collections featuring Matchbox cars, Micromachines, or to share the fun of the 80's with a child of today! Remember to (find and) purchase your C sized batteries and gear-up for wired (not wireless) fun! To own this find, check out Kijiji!
What is this item? A sealed bottle created to mark the 75th anniversary of Coca-Cola in 1967. Note the use of the original colours in the label as well as the diamond shape, all quite different from today!
Why this item is cool? First, Coca-Cola memorabilia and bottles alike are two of the more commonly collected items, so this contribution may make a friend, family member, or collector quite happy. Second, though this version of the bottle is readily available for purchase on the internet for 6 bucks or so, it is one of the few we have seen still containing original contents, that might make the a collector ‘thirsty' for ownership of this particular find! Want to check out more Coke collector items or even visit their museum? Check out the World of Coca-Cola!
- The Toronto Sun "Death of A Hero" Newspaper Circa June 29 1981
What is this item? This newspaper found in near pristine condition includes a 2 page spread on Canadian legend Terry Fox and the story of both his life and death.
Why this item is cool? It's not only neat to see the care someone took in preserving a little piece of Canadian history but also to look back on stories and advertisements over 30 years old! This item also had some money-making potential as the once 25 cent paper now sits on Kijiji for $150!
- Vintage RC Canadian Tire Big Rig Motomaster Truck (Still in the box)
What is this item? Another 1981 Canadian treasure was found that may excite toy and car enthusiasts alike! Found in original packaging comes the mini-model of Canadian Tire's remote control truck.
Why this item is cool? This may be a great additional to collections featuring Matchbox cars, Micromachines, or to share the fun of the 80's with a child of today! Remember to (find and) purchase your C sized batteries and gear-up for wired (not wireless) fun! To own this find, check out Kijiji!
- Vintage Coca-Cola bottle (still full!)
What is this item? A sealed bottle created to mark the 75th anniversary of Coca-Cola in 1967. Note the use of the original colours in the label as well as the diamond shape, all quite different from today!
Why this item is cool? First, Coca-Cola memorabilia and bottles alike are two of the more commonly collected items, so this contribution may make a friend, family member, or collector quite happy. Second, though this version of the bottle is readily available for purchase on the internet for 6 bucks or so, it is one of the few we have seen still containing original contents, that might make the a collector ‘thirsty' for ownership of this particular find! Want to check out more Coke collector items or even visit their museum? Check out the World of Coca-Cola!
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