The undisputed kings of the British toy car scene, Dinky, Corgi, and Matchbox defined the die-cast world for generations - now they could be worth a lot of money, depending on their condition View 5 Images A Mallard steam locomotive made train made by Hornby (Image: AFP)

For many of us, the dusty depths of the attic or the forgotten corners of the garage hold a time capsule of our childhood. Amidst the moth-eaten jumpers and old sports equipment, you might find a box of old toys —a battered die-cast car, a doll with tangled hair, or a half-built model kit. ‌

While you might see nothing more than relics of a bygone era , some of these seemingly worthless playthings have transformed into sought-after collectibles, worth a small fortune to the right buyer. ‌

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