“Discover the 80 Strangest Treasure Troves Unearthed in this Quirky Secondhand Facebook Group!”

"Discover the 80 Strangest Treasure Troves Unearthed in this Quirky Secondhand Facebook Group!"

If everyone around the world suddenly decided to buy at least some things secondhand, hold on to their tech for longer, or repair what they already have, that would have a massive impact on global production and trade. Companies would pivot to match these new, more eco-friendly, and pro-DIY trends.

Some items are always best bought new, even if you care about the environment. For example, MarketWatch warns people not to buy baby cribs, car seats, or helmets secondhand. To put it simply, you don’t know the history of these items and you generally can’t verify whether they’ve been in accidents before they were given away or sold. There might be undetectable damage. It’s better to err on the side of caution here.

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Other things that you should not buy secondhand include makeup, which can be contaminated with microorganisms that can then lead to serious infections. You also want to steer clear of mattresses because they may be infested with bedbugs that can spread to other parts of your home.

Used smartphones are also iffy if you’re buying them from a random place. For one, you don’t know if the phone has been stolen. Meanwhile, it’s also possible that there can be malicious software left on the device, whether purposefully or by accident. Generally, it’s best to buy new tech if you’re using it for private communications and photos. Alternatively, if you’re getting a secondhand phone, at least buy it from a reputable, official dealer.

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MarketWatch also warns people not to buy secondhand knives, blenders, toy chests without safety hinges, recalled toys, or anything that may have lead paint. They’re potentially dangerous. And the few bucks that you save are not worth putting you and your loved ones’ health and safety at risk.

Glass figurines on shelves under a colorful ceiling light; a weird and wonderful secondhand find.

Yes, I know everyone loves the Mosser cats and hates the clowns…which makes me want the clowns even more because I’m a weirdo.
We built the shelves to go in between the kitchen cabinets over the sink, because my clown babies deserved a place of prominence in all their friggin glory.
The chandelier was thrifted in plain white and made rainbow with alcohol inks to be the crowning jewel of the clown army.

Weird and Wonderful Secondhand Finds Report

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The Facebook page was first created in the middle of the summer of 2023. Over the past year and a half, Weird and Wonderful Secondhand Finds has amassed 86k followers and 7.6k likes.

The curator constantly shares new updates and photos of interesting finds in the page’s feed, and people love it. Many of the items are very creative and in terms of imaginative design, they stand head and shoulders above anything you’d find at a ‘regular’ store.

Which of these secondhand finds did you love the most, dear Pandas? Which ones would you be happy to bring home with you? What are the coolest and weirdest things you’ve recently spotted at your local thrift stores, charity shops, and garage sales?

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What’s the most bizarre thing you’ve ever given away at a secondhand shop? Let us know!

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Weird and wonderful secondhand find: vintage blue and white glass chandelier in a rustic room setting.

He gave me this lamp that his uncle made for his mom back in the late forties early 50s. I had to get it down from the place it’s hung since new, along with the dust lol i had to reglue several pieces back in by the time I got it home and rewire it for safety. It now hangs in my castle room and reminds me of dragon scales lol and collecting a new layer of dust.

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Crocheted bedspread with rose patterns, a wonderful secondhand find showcased in a FB group.

I hoped it may at least have been a full size but after giving it a wash and dry and spread it out on the queen size bed in our guest room I found it was king sized! So much work went into this afghan. We live in a 1800s farm house so it fits right in!

Weird and Wonderful Secondhand Finds Report

Ceramic cat with floral designs, a unique secondhand find, held in a hand.

It now sits in my dining room. We all joke about the ugly cat being worth a ton but we know nothing about it other than she bought it for a pound at an auction years ago. I have always thought it was beautiful and weird.

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Glass vase filled with matchbooks on a wooden table, showcasing a unique secondhand find.

I walked away from this several times, but kept going back to it. I couldn’t stop thinking about the person who collected all of these matchbooks, leaving a road map of what appears to be a very fun life in this jar.

There’s old books and newer books, but all are very cool. Someone needed to appreciate this collection and I’m so glad I get to be that person.

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