The buyer could not have imagined that he would find an item valued at more than $4,000 in a thrift store.

The buyer could not have imagined that he would find an item valued at more than $4,000 in a thrift store.
Fashion

He buys a coat at a secondhand store and hits the jackpot in the form of thousands of dollars: “I felt it in the pocket”

Visiting a used clothing store can feel like a real treasure hunt. From discontinued styles to forgotten objects, thrift shops often hold unexpected surprises for those willing to give secondhand clothing a second chance.

The r/ThriftStoreHaul subreddit is a popular space where shoppers share photos of their thrift store finds. While dresses, jewelry, and accessories typically attract the most attention, one post stood out from the rest.

It featured a photograph of an Omega De Ville watch—an item left behind in the pocket of a secondhand coat. Watches from this brand can sell for thousands of dollars, and according to the buyer, a reputable jeweler valued the find at over $4,600.

With the sheer volume of clothing that flows through thrift stores, it’s easy for small items to go unnoticed. That was the case with this watch. “I was actually looking for the coat size and felt it in my pocket,” the shopper explained.

Secondhand shopping is becoming increasingly common in today’s society. A mix of financial savings, sustainability concerns, and the convenience of online platforms has led to a surge in thrift store popularity. Digital marketplaces have made it easier than ever to shop for pre-owned clothing from anywhere.

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In the United States, a report by CouponFollow found that people save an average of $1,760 per year by shopping at thrift stores—nearly $150 a month. This growing interest in secondhand goods reflects a broader cultural shift toward extending the lifespan of the things we own.

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