Finding a Dior Fur While Thrifting!

Thrift Shopper Strikes Gold with $10 Dior Coat

Thrifting has become increasingly popular, attracting collectors, fashion enthusiasts, and resellers who profit by flipping rare finds. In 2023, secondhand stores in the U.S. achieved about $53 billion in sales, with thrift shoppers saving approximately $1,760 annually. A Reddit user, u/blahblahblah110047, shared her extraordinary find of a vintage Christian Dior fur coat for $10.75, sparking excitement and envy among fellow thrift enthusiasts. Commenters expressed amazement at her luck and discussed the rarity and value of such high-end items in thrift stores.

Sam Butcher, Creator of Precious Moments Figurines, Dies at 85

Sam Butcher, the creator of Precious Moments figurines featuring angelic teardrop-eyed children, has passed away at 85. His life's mission was to share God's love, and his work includes thousands of Christian-themed designs, with many fans collecting hundreds of pieces. Butcher's artistic journey began with illustrating Bible stories on a children's ministry TV show, eventually leading to the founding of a business and the creation of porcelain figurines. His legacy includes the Precious Moments Inspiration Park and Chapel in Carthage, Missouri, which features 84 Biblical murals inspired by the Sistine Chapel. Unfortunately these figurines are like Hummels, the resale market is limited and many can be found at thrift stores for pennies on the dollar.

Vinyl Enthusiast Scores Rare Gold Record for $20 at Thrift Store

A vinyl enthusiast shared on Reddit his lucky find of a gold record edition of DJ Quik's 1992 album "Way 2 Fonky" at a thrift store for $20. Gold records, awarded by the RIAA for selling 500,000 copies, are not made of gold but are highly valuable collectibles. Recent notable sales include a Beatles "Hey Jude" gold record plaque for $91,000 and a rare Beatles record from a charity shop selling for over $5,000. The value of vinyl records depends on factors like rarity, condition, and demand, with some records from artists like The Velvet Underground and Taylor Swift fetching high prices.