I couldn't help smiling as I read about that guy, John Richards, from London, who bought an old Philip Treacy bag for £20 in an Oxfam shop. Now, as a person who couldn't spot a bargain in a charity shop if it hit her in the face, I wouldn't have even paid a tenner for that old bag. However, it turned out to be a spectacular move for Mr. Richards, as the bag is estimated to be worth between £250,000 and £350,000! It seems there were only ever around ten of these bags made by the Irish designer, Philip Treacy, and they are considered a work of art. It was probably worth around £200 when first soldIt just goes to show, you never know what bargains you can unearth in charity shops. Unless you`re me! I`d never have guessed that bag would be worth anything. What do I know hey!
John Richards with the Philip Treacy bag
John Richards with the Philip Treacy bag
