One of the sad facts of life is that time takes its toll on anything and everything. This does not just apply to living things, either. Inanimate objects experience these changes and alterations, too. Sometimes things change quickly and other times things change so slowly and in such minor ways that no one even realizes it until the thing is too far gone. The changes that occur are always there, but they are not recognized until the object is compared to a newer version of it, or if it is seen from afar.

Everything from the obvious things like shoes and hats from the more peculiar things like staircases and keys wear down with time. All it takes is a little bit of observation to see just how much time changes things. It is pretty cool, too, to see how things change over time. All it takes is a little bit of extra observation to realize just how many things in life are worn-down.

Here are 25 photos showcasing the way some objects and items have changed and altered over time and with wear. Some of the wear and tear on these items might even be a little shocking to see.