10 ‘Treasures’ Your Adult Kids Don’t Want You to Pass Down

5. Porcelain Figurines and Collectible Plates

Millions of collectors purchased Hummel figurines, Precious Moments, and limited-edition plates as financial investments. Unfortunately, the secondary market for these items has largely collapsed.

Resale values for mass-produced 20th-century collectibles have dropped by 70 to 90 percent from their peak prices. Younger generations view these items as dust collectors rather than valuable decor.

Unless a piece is exceptionally rare and verified by an independent appraiser, decorative knickknacks rarely generate significant returns. Your kids will rarely display them on open shelving.