Trash or Treasure? Ordinary Objects from Yesterday Worth a Fortune Today

5. Telex Machines - Estimated Value $100-$500

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Many young people nowadays are learning to code, but back in the 1960s it was also rather popular. Telex machines, which let companies send coded signals to another machine, acting almost like a basic fax machine, were relied upon by enterprises all around. During its time, this technology was absolutely important for business communications since it allowed fast and effective message distribution. But as technology developed, Telex devices lost relevance and we no longer find them in use today. They so more resemble a piece of memorabilia from the 1960s than a useful tool. While many of the things on this list have become more valuable, over time the Telex machine has actually lost value. Originally bought for about $5,000, businesses today value them just between $100 and $500. Having a Telex machine can still be a distinctive conversation starter and a nostalgic reminder of how far communication technology has progressed even with this decline in value.