Vintage Levi’s Jeans (as high as $8,000)

Among the famous brands in the denim market is undeniably Levi’s — not only the brand new ones but also the vintage selections. Known worldwide, the company was founded in 1853 by German Levi Strauss, who was an immigrant from Bavaria. Between the 1950s and 1980s, the brand became popular among a wide array of people, such as rockers, greasers, and hippies.

The demand for Levi’s jeans still grows to this day, especially for the 501 lines, and collectors have battled out at auctions to get their hands on pairs. A pair of 1950 Anniversary Levi’s Jeans was listed on eBay for $8,000—credit cards can be useful for this one—and another went for $899. The latter was a rare vintage Levi’s that has hidden rivets and featured a big letter “e.”