GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Statistics About The Most Expensive Board Game
The most expensive board game on the market has an average price of $14,500 with a standard deviation of $5,000.
In this post, we explore the world of board games through a statistical lens, uncovering the staggering prices some of these games have fetched in the market. From classic favorites to modern editions, these statistics reveal the extraordinary value placed on certain board games, making them not only sources of entertainment but also prized possessions for collectors worldwide.
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"The highest-priced board game ever sold is the 1988 "Outrage!" with precious gem pieces, which fetched £500,000."
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"Jewel Royale Chess Set valued at $9.8 million makes it the most expensive board game."
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"Sidney Mobell's Monopoly set at $2 million is one of the most expensive board games, including a dice with 42 full-cut diamonds."
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"The Charles Hollander Backgammon set, valued at $5 million, makes it one of the most expensive board games."
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"The 174-year-old "Jolly Game of Old Maid" is the world's most expensive card game, costing over £880."
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"An antique chess set, "The Sultan," fetched $734,000 during auction, making it one of the most expensive board games."
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"An 8th century Northumbrian chessboard is valued at £10,000, marking one of the most expensive ancient games."
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"A 16-year-old Magic: The Gathering card from the game’s 1993 Alpha set was sold for $27,302."
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"The 3rd edition of Warhammer 40,000 by Games Workshop is priced at $484 on Amazon."
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"The Afrikan Tahti (Star of Africa) game from Finland can cost over €100 for a new copy."
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"The Franklin Mint's Collector's Edition Monopoly game features 18-carat gold pieces and is currently priced at $615."
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"The game 'Magic: The Gathering' holds a world record for the single most expensive trading card sold at auction - $511,000."
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"The board game 'Settlers of Catan Collector’s Edition’ is priced at $380 on Amazon."
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"Gloomhaven, a modern board game, can reach up to $140 in terms of its price."
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"The 'Twilight Struggle Collector's Edition' is priced at $199 on Amazon."
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"The Limited Edition of Dark Souls: The Board Game reached a price point of up to $300 on eBay."
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"The 'Zelda Chess Set' is valued at up to $500."
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"The War of the Ring Collector's Edition sold for $1,200 on an eBay auction."
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"The 'Scythe Collector's Edition' retails for $200 on Amazon."