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collectable

British

/ kəˈlɛktəbəl /

adjective

(of antiques, objets d'art, etc) of interest to a collector

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noun

any object regarded as being of interest to a collector

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He said when he first started selling cards, he could get hold of the collectable items without a problem, but now found it more difficult.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

Freddie Mercury has been commemorated on a new collectable coin, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of his legendary Live Aid performance.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025

With interest in them "growing and growing and growing", Hochman believes Oasis will become "one of the most collectable bands" in the long term.

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

Others called it a "rarity" and a collectable, saying it would be a "valuable addition to any sports memorabilia".

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

Eligible volumes have typically cost me $10.00-$150.00 for a collectable edition, or $0.50-$15.00 for a recent paperback edition or garage-sale item.

From The Project Gutenberg FAQ 2002 by Tinsley, Jim

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