Unveiling the World's Most Valuable Collectors' Items

12. Marilyn Monroe’s White Dress (Original Price: Unknown Worth Today: $5.6 million*)

Still remember that unforgettable moment from the movie "Seven Year Itch" where Marilyn Monroe dazzled in a stunning white dress. Designed by the talented William Travilla, this dress became the centerpiece of one of the film's most iconic scenes back in 1955. The image of Monroe standing above a subway grate, her dress billowing in the air, has etched itself into the annals of twentieth-century iconography.

Over the years, the value of this dress has soared to incredible heights. In 2011, actress Debbie Reynolds managed to fetch a staggering $5.6 million for the dress (including a $1 million commission), surpassing the initial estimate of $1-$2 million by a long shot.