Coining it in

Still got your old kids’ books? They could make you a mint… and here are 10 of the best

Some of these are bound to surprise you as they aren't as old as you'll be expecting

WHO hasn't daydreamed about finding some forgotten family heirloom, selling it and then jacking in the job for a life of luxury?

Most of us to be honest, but it turns out that dream might be a little closer to reality than you think if you're lucky.

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It turns out some of the books you loved when you were little could be worth a pretty penny... although obviously it's all dependent on the edition.

Here's a guide to what you can expect.

The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle

First up it's time for the big guns. If you happen to have a 1902, first edition, of this book lying around then it's time to get a padlock on it quick smart.

Why? Because it's probably worth more than your annual salary... a cool £80,000 to be exact.

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Curious George by Hans Augusto Rey and Margret Rey

If you have one of the versions which came out in 1941 you could be sitting on a bundle.

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Versions have been known to sell for £2,800, and even some of the other books in the series go for thousands.

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