Economy
Secondhand Treasure Hunt: Gold Found in Rangsit Market Items
A food delivery worker discovered that a necklace pendant purchased for 130 baht at a Rangsit market was made of precious metals, yielding over 40,000 baht after melting.
A trend of 'treasure hunting' at secondhand markets in Pathum Thani has gained momentum following a recent discovery at a gold smelting shop in the Mueang Ek area. According to Khaosod Online, a food delivery worker named Mr. Chatmongkol purchased a necklace pendant for 130 baht at the 'The Mill Rangsit' market. Upon noticing the item did not change color, he took it to a local gold shop for evaluation. The item was subsequently melted down, resulting in a payout of 40,100 baht.
This incident follows a previous viral case where a motorcycle taxi driver purchased an old box and gold bracelet for 150 baht, which were later valued at over 100,000 baht. These events have sparked significant interest among locals and visitors who frequent secondhand markets in search of hidden valuables.
For residents and travelers, these stories highlight the unpredictable nature of secondhand goods in Thailand. While these discoveries are exciting, it remains to be confirmed whether such high-value items are common or if these instances are isolated anomalies. Shoppers are reminded that purchasing secondhand items involves inherent risks, and there is no guarantee that items found in such markets possess significant monetary value. The authenticity and composition of such goods are not verified by market vendors.
