• Collect Different Types of Key Chains

• Find Key Chains on eBay

• Buy Key Chains With Confidence

Collect Different Types of Key Chains

Collect Different Types of Key Chains

Key chains can do more than hold keys. For example:

• Key rings and carabiner key chains can help you carry additional items.

• A key chain wallet or key chain change purse holds money so that you can leave your bulky wallet at home.

• At night, a key chain flashlight or compass key chain can help you find your way and an LED light key chain produces enough illumination to help you quickly unlock your car or home.

• A key chain digital camera allows you to take photos in a pinch.

• Bring small backup presentation supplies to your next meeting, including a pen key chain and laser pointer key chain.

• A bottle opener key chain can make you the hit of a party.

Key chains go beyond functional, having transformed into must-have accessories and collector's items. Popular types of key chains include:

• Designer key chains: Many designer brands often produce their own key chains. Looking to pick up a designer key chain? Consider a Prada key chain, Brighton key chain, or Dooney & Bourke key chain.

• Car key chains: Discover key chains to match any kind of car, from small to luxury. Whatever you drive, you can carry an emblem representing the car of your dreams. For example, select a Corvette key chain, Porsche key chain, or Mustang key chain if you love sports cars. Consider BMW key chains, Mercedes key chains, Audi key chains, Cadillac key chains, or Lexus key chains if you enjoy living in the lap of comfortable luxury.

• Accessory key chains: Wear silver key chains, locket key chains, or gemstone key chains that fit your personal style. Or choose keychains such as key chain watches, Swarovski crystal key chains, and diamond ring key chains that reflect current jewelry trends. For a more laid-back look, consider leather key chains, beaded key chains, or lanyard key chains.

• Personalized key chains: Some people create custom key chains from sterling silver or leather. An engraved key chain, initial key chain, or heart key chain can also show you care. Also try keeping your loved ones close with a picture key chain or digital photo key chain.

• Sports key chains: Attention sports fans! Root for your home team or favorite athletes every day with officially-licensed NASCAR key chains, MLB baseball key chains, NFL football key chains, or NBA basketball key chains. You can also find NCAA key chains for your favorite college teams.

• Novelty key chains: Be a kid again and collect novelty key chains based on popular board games, cartoon characters, and toys. Board game key chains allow you to keep games like chess, checkers, Scrabble, Candy Land, Monopoly, Cranium, and Clue in your pocket. Popular key chains based on children's toys include Etch-a-Sketch key chains and Tonka truck key chains. Fun character key chains and Pez key chains can put a smile on your face and make wonderful gifts. For example, choose Mickey Mouse key chains, Minnie Mouse key chains, and Donald Duck key chains for Disney collectors. Also consider Betty Boop key chains, Thomas the Tank Engine key chains, or Peanuts key chains featuring Snoopy, Woodstock, or Charlie Brown for other avid collectors.

• Vintage key chains: Explore advertising trends of days gone by with vintage promotional key chains. Also search out vintage leather key cases and miniature music box key chains.

• Limited Edition key chains: Manufacturers can choose to produce a limited number of a certain type of key chain. These limited edition key chains can display two sets of numbers. The higher number indicates the total number produced while the lower number indicates which one you (or a seller) own.

Find Key Chains on eBay

Find Key Chains on eBay

Once you know what type of key chain you need, go to the Collectibles category portal, click the Keychains link beneath Pez, Keychains, Promo Glasses, and start searching for key chains on eBay.

• Categories: The Categories list on the left side of the page will help you narrow down key chain listings by era. Choose Modern (1970-Now) or Vintage (Pre-1970).

• Keyword search: Search eBay listing titles for specific words. For example, if you want to find a Betty Boop key chain, type "betty boop key chain" (without quotation marks) into the Search box. Click "Search title and description" to expand your results. Remember to use a "+" between consecutive words in a keyword phrase. After conducting your initial search, try misspelling the name of the item you desire, trying several variations. You'll likely come across additional listings. Visit eBay's Search Commands page for more tips on searching with keywords.

• Advanced search: eBay's Advanced Search feature allows you to conduct a more precise search and gives you the option to search by seller, buyer, or store. You can also narrow results to "All of these words," "Any of these words," or "Exact phrase." Search All Categories to find key chains listed in multiple categories and subcategories on eBay including Collectibles, Disneyana, Advertising, Clothing, Shoes & Accessories, eBay Motors, Jewelry & Watches, Sports Mem, Cards & Fan Shop, and Toys & Hobbies.

If you can't find exactly what you want, try shopping eBay Stores, tell the eBay Community what you want by creating a post on Want It Now, or save a search on My eBay and eBay will email you when a match becomes available.

Buy Key Chains With Confidence

Buy Key Chains With Confidence

Before making your purchase, make sure you know exactly what you're buying, research your seller, and understand how eBay and PayPal protect you.

Know your purchase

Carefully read the details in item listings.

• Figure delivery costs into your final price. If you spend a lot of money, make sure the seller will insure the item when it ships.

• If you want more information, ask by clicking the "Ask seller a question" link under the seller's profile.

• Always make sure to complete your transaction on eBay (with a bid, Buy It Now, or Best Offer). Transactions conducted outside of eBay are not covered by eBay protection programs.

• Never pay for your eBay item using instant cash wire transfer services through Western Union or MoneyGram. These payment methods are unsafe when paying someone you do not know.

Know your seller

Research your seller so you feel positive and secure about every transaction.

• What is the seller's Feedback rating? How many transactions have they completed? What percentage of positive responses do they have?

• What do buyers say in their Feedback? Did the seller receive praise?

• Most top eBay sellers operate like retail stores and have return policies. Do they offer a money-back guarantee? What are the terms and conditions?

Buyer protection

In the unlikely event that a problem arises during your transaction, eBay and PayPal are there for you.

• Pay safely with PayPal: PayPal enables you to pay without the seller ever seeing your bank account or credit card numbers. In fact, PayPal protects buyers 100% against unauthorized payments from their accounts. Plus, with PayPal Buyer Protection, your purchase can be covered up to $1,000.

• eBay Security & Resolution Center: Visit the Security & Resolution Center to learn how to protect your account and use eBay's quick and efficient resolution tools.