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If you were ever a fan of Funko Pops, you might be surprised to hear how expensive some of these collectibles get, going all the way up to tens of thousands of dollars. Due to limited edition runs, the rarity makes them highly desirable. While getting your hands on any of these Pops will be tricky, one can always dream.
1. Golden Ticket 2 Pack - $100,000
Undoubtedly the most expensive Funko Pop set is a two-for-one. This pack includes a gold-painted Willy Wonka and a fellow Oompa Loompa. These Pops were a treat for attendees of the San Diego Comic-Con in 2016, as everyone was given a chance to win one. However, many believe only four packs made it into circulation, while the remaining six are hidden away by employees or company friends.
2. Clockwork Orange Glow in the Dark - $60,000
While the value of the movie is up for debate, somehow this lesser-known character has become a Funko grail. What actually makes them so special is that after being created for initial selling, the movie’s parent company demanded that Funko destroy the inventory. While Funko complied, someone managed to save around 24 Pops, 12 of which were glow-in-the-dark.
Bill Gold, Stanley Kubrick. on Wikimedia
3. Freddy Funko Metallic Iron Man - $43,000
With the fame of the Marvel universe, it’s no surprise that Iron Man’s metallic counterpart is a must-have. What makes it so valuable is its rare run, as the common character was only produced 12 times. Of course, Iron Man's sky-rocketing popularity also helps.
4. Freddy Funko as Buzz Lightyear Glow in the Dark - $35,000
This is another Pop with only 12 copies to go around. Despite just being a regular Freddy Pop, some of these Pops tend to go for a lot due to their rarity and reputation as a collector’s gem. This was the case for the fan favorite from Toy Story.
5. Freddy Funko Metallic Ghost Rider - $33,500
The world of Marvel has led to many popular Pops, but few have managed the acclaim of the metallic Ghost Rider variant. In typical fashion, Freddy Pops tend to be a hit or a miss, and this one was a hit. Originally unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con, this Pop is certainly hard to come by.
6. Freddy Funko as Venom - $30,800
The Marvel Freddy’s simply won’t stop, and this time Funko gave fans twice the chance of securing one. Usually, only 12 Freddy variants are released, but this time they released 24 at the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con. Still, you’ll have a tricky time finding this standout Pop.
7. Stan Lee Superhero Platinum - $30,800
Stan Lee has retained quite a reputation as an incredible individual that brought the Marvel Universe to life. When it came to releasing 10 units of the platinum variant, Stan Lee took the time to autograph each one, making them highly valuable and sentimental to the lucky few that own them.
Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America on Wikimedia
8. Boo Berry Chase Glow in the Dark - $25,000
Finally taking a break from superheroes, another Pop that quickly soared in popularity was Boo Berry, with the glow-in-the-dark variant being highly in-demand. There were only 24 units of the chase cereal mascot made, which means many will never get their hands on this Pop.
9. Freddy Funko as Metallic V - $24,000
If you’ve seen V for Vendetta, then you’re familiar with the Guy Fawkes character and his iconic look. Well, the Funko Pop company made 12 versions of this Pop with a unique metallic finish. Only those that attended the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con had a chance of acquiring this Pop.
10. Freddy Funko as Beetlejuice Glow in the Dark - $20,000
Beetlejuice has seen a recent resurgence with the acclaim and attention of its newest movie. However, even back in 2012, this Pop was all the rage at San Diego Comic-Con. A lucky 12 individuals managed to secure this glow-in-the-dark variant.
11. Freddy Funko as Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster - $18,000
If you’ve seen the classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer TV special, then you’re familiar with Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster. Many collectors were eager to collect the glow-in-the-dark variant at Comic-Con, and only 12 were successful. With glowing features and a zany look in his eye, this is certainly a fun one.
12. Freddy Funko as Batman Black Suit - $17,500
Most people love Batman, and there are undoubtedly dozens if not a hundred Batman Funko Pop variants out there. However, the most valuable is Freddy Funko’s take on the iconic black suit. In typical Funko fashion, only 12 were ever created, making this a highly cherished Pop.
13. Freddy Funko as Joker - $15,000
Of course, Batman isn’t the only character from Gotham fans adore. When Freddy donned an homage to Heath Ledger’s Joker from The Dark Knight, many were eager to get their hands on the limited 24-edition run. What makes it even cooler is that the Pop has some minor glow-in-the-dark effects.
14. SDCC Green Lantern Glow in the Dark - $15,000
The DC Universe has plenty of iconic characters to choose from aside from Batman and his foes. One of these characters is Hal Jordan’s Green Lantern. In 2010, Funko released a classic costume variant with glow-in-the-dark features. Unlike other limited runs, 480 of these Pops were released, and those who picked them up now have a special grail to hold onto.
Jim Capaldi from Springfield PA, United States of America on Wikimedia
15. SDCC Freddy Funko as Joker Glow in the Dark - $14,000
You might be thinking we already covered glow-in-the-dark Joker, but in typical Funko fashion, there are many other variants too. Instead of The Dark Knight, this Joker is inspired by the classic cartoonish look, making it another fun take on the character.
16. Dumbo Clown - $12,000
People must love clowns because it turns out the Dumbo variant with the clown-faced makeup is one of the most-valued Pops out there. With 48 units ever created, this charming elephant is an adorable little keepsake for the most dedicated of Disney fans.
The Walt Disney Company on Wikimedia
17. Freddy Funko as Count Chocula Glow in the Dark - $10,000
Cereal mascots are simply good fun, which is probably why Funko keeps them coming. One of these classic characters includes Count Chocula, whose glow-in-the-dark variant has 12 units made. These were picked up pretty fast at 2011’s San Diego Comic-Con.
Richie S from Brooklyn, NY, United States on Wikimedia
18. SDCC Batman Blue - $10,000
People just can’t get enough of Batman. However, the classic blue-suited look that first appeared in 2010’s San Diego Comic-Con speaks to the simplicity of the character. Despite there being 480 units, this Pop has secured itself as one of the most valued collector’s items around.
19. Ken Griffey Jr. Gold - $10,000
Turning to the world of sports, it may surprise you to hear how avid baseball fans are about collecting their Pops. With this passion in mind, Funko released a gold variant of Ken Griffey Jr. in 2018. With only 24 Pops to go around, this was a guaranteed grail.
DavidMyersPhotos on Flickr on Wikimedia
20. SDCC Spider-Man Metallic - $10,000
Marvel characters have a special place in the heart of collectors, and there’s no one more endearing than Spider-Man. In 2011, Comic-Con hosted the release of 480 metallic Spider-Man variants, which were quickly swept up. While some may see collecting these Pops as a waste of time, to the fans, they’re a great way to show their dedication to the characters they love.
