Top 10 Collectibles for 2020

From thermos bottles and suitcases to brown-drip pottery, butter churns and more, our annual list provides inspiration for treasure hunting in the new year.

Set your sights on collecting something new this year, taking cues from our annual list of up-and-coming country collectibles. From glass butter churns to vintage thermoses, parlor games and more, you’re sure to find interesting items to broaden your antiquing pursuits.

TThere are many things that forge connections between people and their collections. Perhaps they gravitate toward items related to a certain historic period or place, a family or childhood remembrance, or a favorite activity, such as cooking or travel. Such connections are often strengthened by the thrill of the hunt for new treasures and the memories it generates.

One thing is certain—no two collecting enthusiasts are alike. Some have one type of item that sets their hearts aflutter and others divide their time (and display space) amid multiple types of treasures. One trait they share is a collector’s spirit, marked by a willingness to devote considerable effort to gathering their prized pieces. Those featured in this year’s group of our top 10 picks have, in many cases, invested more than 20 years into accumulating a particular collection.

Each new addition yields historical facts and anecdotes, and sharing this information only enhances the owners’ enjoyment of the goods they have acquired. Read on to discover the stories behind the 10 collectibles we predict will attract attention in 2020, including lady bells, glass butter churns, board and card games, brown drip pottery, vintage thermos bottles, old suitcases, enamelware cake carriers, Roseville children’s pottery, brass and tin candlesticks, and figural cookie jars. (Note:

Items do not appear in a specific order of popularity.)