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Article created by: Donata Ruzgaitė

Every now and then, cleaning the house turns into a mini time-travel session. You lift an old box and boom: there’s a chunky DVD player or a dusty flip phone staring back at you. It’s oddly comforting and hilarious to realize how quickly our everyday stuff can turn into antiques. But today, we’re not just talking about yesterday’s tech. We’re diving deeper, into the kind of old-school that feels like another lifetime.

We’ve rounded up a set of photos that show just how wildly things have changed, both subtly and dramatically. Think furniture from grandma’s living room, phones with actual cords, and designs that scream retro charm. Whether you're here for nostalgia or just curious how things looked before your time, you’re in for a treat.

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My Barbershop Still Uses Their Original Cash Register From 1904

Vintage ornate National cash register showing detailed buttons and display, illustrating comparisons of everyday things decades ago

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    That’s How A Pharmacy Looked Like 100 Years Ago (Bucharest, Romania)

    Vintage wooden pharmacy shelves filled with old bottles and jars, showing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #3

    This Hole In The Wall Showing The Original Wallpaper From 1885

    White vintage fireplace with brass frame showing wallpaper pattern, small figurines, and old home decor comparisons decades ago.

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    A Newspaper Advertisement From Late 19th Century Of An 18 Year Old Man Looking For A Wife

    Old newspaper clipping showing a personal ad, highlighting amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    "...of the female persuasion". Sounds like people were choosing gender back then.

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    #5

    Our House Still Has All The Original Doorknobs From 1928

    Four vintage door knobs showing amazing comparisons of everyday things from decades ago with different designs and materials.

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    #6

    This Suit Is Exactly 100 Years Old Now

    Vintage men's formal suit displayed on a mannequin, showing fashion comparisons of everyday things from decades ago.

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    The Oldest Operating Mcdonalds In The World And The Only One With The Original Design. It Was The Third Ever Opened

    Vintage McDonald's building with golden arches, showcasing amazing comparisons of what everyday things looked like decades ago.

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    #8

    My Late Grandma Still Had Her TV Operating Guide From 1962

    Vintage Zenith television and manual showcasing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #9

    A Local Dairy Queen Still Has Their "Little Miss Dairy Queen" Mascot Up From The 1960s

    Vintage Dairy Queen sign on a rooftop showcasing amazing comparisons of everyday things from decades ago.

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    #10

    My Grandfather's Farmhouse Still Has The Original Phone

    Vintage wooden wall telephone with rotary handset next to a modern snowman figure showing a comparison decades ago.

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    #11

    Found My Wallet From 1985 In An Old Jacket. Snapshot Of A Teenage Boys Life In The 80s

    Old school memorabilia including photos, tickets, and receipts showing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that a Kristy McNickols fan photo of her in pink?

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    #12

    Big Wooden Table With 12 Integrated Bowls. Bought In The Netherlands. From 1893

    Wooden table with circular indentations and candles, showcasing an amazing comparison of everyday things from decades ago.

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    #13

    I Found An Old Dollar In My Grandma’s Stuff

    Worn vintage one dollar bill on a wooden surface showing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #14

    Found My Old Cell Phone With Optional Clip On Chatboard For ‘Easy’ Texting

    Old Ericsson mobile phone and QWERTY keypad held in hand, showing everyday things decades ago comparison.

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    #15

    An Old Laptop We Dug Up At Work Uses An Overhead Light To Illuminate The Keyboard

    Close-up of a laptop webcam with a privacy cover showing a modern comparison to older technology designs.

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    #16

    The Original Taco Bell Building Currently Sits In A Parking Lot Just Behind The Company Headquarters

    Small vintage Taco Bell building on blocks in a parking lot, illustrating comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #17

    I Found An Amazon Box From 1997 In My Basement

    Old Amazon.com cardboard box on kitchen counter showcasing everyday things decades ago comparison.

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    I remember thinking, "That idea will go nowhere".

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    #18

    Senior Quotes From A 1908 College Yearbook

    Vintage photo comparisons from decades ago showing portraits and handwritten descriptions of women in an old book.

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    #19

    So Apparently The Early Versions Of Cookie Monster Had Teeth

    Green furry puppet with googly eyes and missing teeth, illustrating amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    Report Card From My Great-Grandfather In 1926

    Old school report card showing handwritten marks for attitude, recitations, and conduct in a vintage comparison of everyday things.

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    #21

    Found This Old Calculator In My Great Grandmother's Attic

    Vintage calculator with stylus and instruction sheet illustrating everyday things decades ago comparison.

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    #22

    An Original 1930s Shell Gas Station In Winston-Salem, Nc

    Vintage Shell gas station shaped like a giant yellow seashell showing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #23

    A Black Wedding Dress From The 1860's That My Grandma Displays In Her House. She Said It Belonged To A 20yo Woman Marrying An 83yo

    Victorian era black dress displayed on a mannequin, showcasing fashion comparisons of everyday things from decades ago.

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    #24

    This Mcdonalds Right Outside My Hometown Never Updated Their Sign

    Vintage McDonald’s neon sign with hamburgers logo glowing at night in a comparison showing how everyday things looked decades ago

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    #25

    Originally In The 1950s, Mr Potato Head Was Advertised To Be Used With Real Potatoes, Other Fruits And Vegetables, And Even Clay

    Vintage Mr. Potato Head toy with interchangeable parts showing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago

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    #26

    The First Ever Mcdonalds Menu From The 1940s Had Just Nine Items On It

    Vintage McDonald's menu and restaurant illustration showing prices and design from decades ago in an amazing comparison.

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    #27

    A Box Of Nerds From 1984 I Found Under My Floor Boards vs. A Box I Bought Yesterday

    Comparison of vintage and modern Nerds candy packaging showing changes over decades for amazing everyday things.

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    #28

    My Mom Has Two Vacuum’s From The Same Company With Nearly A 100 Year Age Difference

    Vintage Bissell carpet sweeper compared to a modern Bissell vacuum cleaner showing everyday things decades ago.

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    #29

    My Grandparent’s Credit Card And Pay Stubs

    Comparison of an old metal credit card and a vintage pay stub showing everyday things decades ago.

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    #30

    My Great, Great Grandfather’s California Drivers License From 1965

    Old California driver's license from 1965 held in hand showing vintage everyday item comparison decades ago.

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    #31

    My Great Grandma's Medical Bill From 1950

    1950 hospital bill for X-ray and operating room services showing everyday things decades ago cost comparison.

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    A lot like my medical bills now in Bangkok.

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    #32

    A Guide To The Entire Internet From 1993

    Book titled The Whole Internet User's Guide and Catalog showing an old-style illustration for comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #33

    An Elderly Customer Came In Today With A Mcdonalds Vip Card

    Old McDonald's VIP card held by hand showing vintage design in everyday object comparisons decades ago.

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    #34

    1997 Thinkpad & 2011 Thinkpad

    Two vintage and modern laptops side by side on a desk showing comparisons of everyday technology decades ago.

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    #35

    What A 38 Year Difference Looks Like Between The Dodge 3500

    Side-by-side comparison of vintage and modern Dodge RAM trucks showing changes over decades in everyday vehicles.

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    #36

    My Mobile Phone Collection 1997 - 2009

    Various old and classic mobile phones arranged on a carpet, showcasing comparisons of everyday technology decades ago.

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    #37

    Unopened Box Of Crayola Crayons From 1985 Found At My Grandpa's

    Box of Crayola crayons priced at $1.54, showing amazing comparisons of everyday things from decades ago.

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    #38

    My Old Ticket From A Prince Concert In 1985. Purple Rain

    Ticket stub from Prince Purple Rain tour in 1985, an amazing comparison showing what everyday things looked like decades ago.

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    #39

    National Geographic Magazines From 1918-1932

    Stack of vintage National Geographic magazines showing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    #40

    My Engineering Faculty Has A Working Original iMac Just Laying Around

    Vintage iMac computer showcasing technology comparisons with everyday things from decades ago.

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    #41

    My Dad Found These Batteries From 1945 Today!

    Two vintage Eveready batteries from 1945 displayed on a marble surface in an amazing comparison of everyday things decades ago.

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    #42

    Found This McDonald's Coupon From 1963 While Remodeling My House

    Vintage McDonald's birthday coupon featuring Ronald McDonald offering a free burger and fries, showcasing everyday item comparison.

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    #43

    Found A Fanta Bottle From 1969 In Our Basement

    Vintage glass Fanta bottle on a marble table showcasing amazing comparisons of everyday things decades ago.

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    Original Bottle Of Red Bull I Found From Thailand, 1992

    Hand holding a vintage energy drink bottle showing an old label design in a comparison of everyday things decades ago.

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