A Single Cheeto Fetches $87,840 for Looking Like a Pokémon
Imagine reaching into a bag of Cheetos for a quick snack, mindlessly munching away when suddenly, one peculiar Cheeto catches your eye. It resembles none other than Charizard, the popular Pokémon. This unique snack has captured the attention of fans and collectors alike, resulting in an extraordinary auction event for what social media users have affectionately named the Cheetozard.
Recently, renowned auction house Goldin Auctions managed to list this rare Cheeto, described as a 3-inch long Flamin’ Hot Cheeto shaped like Charizard. It was not just a snack; it came affixed to a customized Pokémon card and was safeguarded in a clear storage box. The Cheetozard was unearthed and preserved between 2018 and 2022 by a collectibles organization known as 1st & Goal Collectibles. However, it was during late 2024 that the Cheetozard truly took off in popularity across various social media platforms.
So, how much did this iconic Cheeto go for at the auction? An astounding 60 bidders vied for ownership, pushing the final sale price to a jaw-dropping $87,840. It’s a remarkable feat when you consider that Charizard is depicted as a dragon-like creature, and this snack isn’t your average Cheeto—it’s a Flamin’ Hot variety.
Now, the burning question remains: what will the new owner do with this hefty investment? Given its price tag, consuming it seems out of the question. Perhaps the solution is to tuck it away in safety, hoping that pesky ants or rodents won’t find a way to penetrate the protective casing and feast on the legendary Charizard Cheeto.
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