Some of the most expensive Disney collectibles belong to the wonderful world of fan art
What are the most expensive Disney collectibles? It’s no secret that the wonderful world of Disney is a never-ending kaleidoscope of magic and wonder, filled with our favorite heroes, villains, and fan art that shows new aspects of the films and shows we love. But what are some of the rare Disney collectibles worth buying?
As Disney fandom changes, so too do collectibles. From old props and pieces of rides from Disney Parks, to tiny pieces of candy and plastic, items that were once considered junk are now sought after, allowing fans to own a piece of Disney history or celebrate a monumental anniversary or event.
Here are some of the most expensive Disney collectibles you can buy right now:
1. Vintage Disney rides props
Rides and attractions props and cars are some of the most expensive collectibles out there, with Disney Parks having a long history of selling off old in-park items. Authentic rides props and cars, like the Tomorrowland Star Jet, can sell for more than three times their original price, making them highly valuable and rare collectibles.
2. Portholes from the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea ride
Portholes from the classic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea ride at Disneyworld are available for purchase on eBay, with prices reaching a few thousand dollars. The ride closed in 1994, but its legacy lives on with its historic portholes.
3. Cruella de Vil display prop
A giant display prop of the villainous Cruella de Vil from the original Disney stores is being sold for almost $8000. Originally created in the late ’70s, the piece was used in the Disney stores to promote the 101 Dalmatians film.
4. Indiana Jones animatronic hand
An animatronic from the original Disney stores is being sold for almost $8000, showing just how dedicated some Disney fans are to owning a piece of history. The hand itself comes from the iconic scene in the Temple of the Forbidden Eye ride, where you’re attacked by the Ancient Egyptian God, Set.
5. Tomorrowland Star Jet car
A car from the iconic Space Mountain ride can sell for $50,000 or $60,000, giving fans the opportunity to own a small part of theme park history. The Tomorrowland Star Jet was first introduced at Disneyland in 1977, with the ride itself closing in 2016.
6. First-Edition Walt Disney Comics
Authentic Walt Disney Comics, especially first-edition ones, can sell online for a hefty price. The value depends on the comic’s condition, issue, and whether it has any notable signatures or sketches on the inside.
7. Vintage Disney video games
Vintage Disney video games, especially those that were limited in availability or for discontinued systems, have become valuable collector’s items. For example, Disney Sports Basketball for the Gamecube is worth around $300.
8. Haunted Mansion props
Props from the Haunted Mansion ride, like Jack Skellington’s singing head, can be found online for up to $30,000. The singing head is part of the attraction’s Knocking at the Door sequence, where Jack sings ‘What’s This?’ to the guests.
9. Devil from Mr Toad’s Wild Ride
The infamous devil prop from Mr Toad’s Wild Ride attraction sold for almost $8000 online, giving fans a rare opportunity to own a piece of ride history. The attraction closed in 1998, but its legacy still lives on as one of the first dark rides created by Walt Disney.
10. Crystal replica of Cinderella’s castle
A crystal replica of Cinderella’s castle, set with Swarovski crystals, is valued at about $250,000. The piece was created for the Disney Dream cruise ship and can be found at the Disney Store in Disneyworld, Florida.
11. Singing flowers in Enchanted Tiki Room boats
The singing flowers in the Enchanted Tiki Room boats are highly priced for their historic value and local legend. Each boat is made up of around 500 different parts, with only two sets of boats ever created, making them incredibly rare.
12. It’s A Small World animatronic
An animatronic from the It’s A Small World ride is worth as much as $20,000. The figure was part of a display at the 1964 World’s Fair, with the ride itself opening up at Disneyland in the same year.
13. Captain EO poster artwork
Original poster artwork for the Disney sci-fi musical Captain EO, starring Michael Jackson, is being sold for about $15,000 online. It’s unknown whether the artwork is official or not, but it represents one of the most iconic musical performances in Disney history.
14. Haunted Mansion Tiki Room voodoo dolls
Haunted Mansion Tiki Room voodoo dolls are priced at around $1,000, with the dolls representing the voodoo doll scenes from the ride. The attraction itself was closed in 2017, with Disneyland Paris’ version of the ride still open.
