We’ve gathered some of the most interesting and lucky “finds” people have encountered at thrift stores, vintage shops, and garage sales. From unique furniture to incredible, one-of-one nick-nacks, be sure to upvote your favorites as you scroll through and share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below. Interestingly, most of the first thrift stores were specifically run by charities at the time, as a means to raise money. While this is certainly a good cause, one might not be able to find as many “treasures” while browsing, since, at the time, the practice was underdeveloped. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.