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Do young people collect things?
Nostalgic Collecting Others do so out of nostalgia for their youth. As any parent knows, it is common for children to go through phases where they are obsessed with certain things. These phases can last anywhere from a couple of weeks to several years, but most of us eventually grow out of them.
What should I start collecting in 2020?
Best things to collect for investment
- Funko Pop figures. Lutsenko_Oleksandr / Shutterstock.
- McDonald’s items. Lenscap Photography / Shutterstock.
- Recent first edition books. Wan Fahmy Redzuan / Shutterstock.
- Cereal boxes.
- A first-gen Alexa (Amazon Echo)
- 2016 election newspapers.
- Instant photos.
- Designer goods from mass retailers.
What collection should I start?
Our list has items most common for collecting, but remember, you can choose to collect anything.
- Alarm Clocks.
- Antique Furniture.
- Antique Weapons.
- Apothecary Jars.
- Arrowheads.
- Arrows.
- Ashtrays.
- Autographs.
Why do I want to collect things?
The reasons for collecting are numerous. Some do it for pleasure; others to learn more about the objects; others seek status or prestige; and many do it to show loyalty to their team, country, or hometown. Some just get attracted to a genre and form a habit.
Is collecting a good hobby?
Educational Benefits Galore. Starting a collection is a great hobby to learn a lot about culture, history, and economics. No matter what you collect, there is also always a story behind the items you are looking for. This can often lead to learning things that never even make it to the history books.
What are some nerdy hobbies?
10 Unique Nerdy Hobbies That Haven’t Gone Mainstream Yet
- Archery. The amount of people practicing archery has dwindled due to the popularity of firearms.
- Blacksmithing.
- Bookbinding.
- Cross Stitching.
- Calligraphy.
- Speedsolving.
- Foraging.
- Beekeeping.