Summary
A shopper bought a ring for about $4.71 from a thrift store, believing it to be costume jewelry. Later, testing revealed it was a 9 carat gold ring with an opal stone, worth significantly more.
Key Facts
- A shopper bought a ring at a thrift store for $4.71.
- The ring was tested and found to be 9 carat gold with an opal stone.
- The ring weighs 15 grams and features an unusual design with two figures holding an opal stone.
- In the UK, 9 carat gold contains 37.5% pure gold.
- Opal is known for its colorful display but can be more prone to damage than harder gemstones.
- On Reddit, users speculated about the ring's value, with estimates ranging from $335 to $9,666.
- The find attracted a lot of interest and comments from users on the subreddit Thrift Store Hauls.
