A Flamin' Hot Cheeto shaped like Charizard drew attention at auction for $87,840, reflecting a unique niche in collectible snack items. Found by 1st and Goal Collectibles between 2018 and 2022, the naturally shaped Cheeto gained fame online after being recently revived from a safe. Following a bidding war that spiked its final price, it surpassed earlier, notable sales, although it remains second to a 2017 Flamin' Hot Cheeto shaped like Harambe, which allegedly sold for $99,900. The phenomena highlight the quirky side of snack collecting and the market's appetite for novelty.
The auction of a 3-inch Flamin' Hot Cheeto shaped like Charizard fetched $87,840, highlighting a curious market for food items with novelty value.
Unmodified and naturally occurring, the Charizard Cheeto auctioned by 1st and Goal Collectibles revived interest in quirky snacks, ultimately winning 60 bids.
Despite a hefty price tag, this Cheeto still falls short of the 2017 record held by the Harambe Cheeto, which was sold for $99,900.
Cheeto enthusiasts find their niche in auctions and eBay, partly due to past awards Frito Lay once provided for unique snack forms.
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