When it comes to thrifting, you never quite know what you'll bring home. For one secondhand shopper, that mystery turned into a valuable surprise.

A Reddit user recently posted to r/ThriftStoreHauls about their latest find, which was tucked inside a bag of miscellaneous jewelry they purchased for just $20. The ornate piece, a delicate bracelet made of 950 sterling silver and featuring what appears to be rows of real cultured pearls, caught the attention of fellow thrift fans for its elegance — and its unexpected worth.

"Found this nice 950 sterling silver cultured pearl bracelet in a bag of misc jewelry," the user wrote alongside two photos of the piece.

Judging by the pearls and the higher purity of 950 silver, it's possible this find could sell for much more than the price of the entire bag — not bad for something hidden among odds and ends.

Surprises like this are more common than you might think when shopping secondhand. As we've seen in past finds, such as a garnet solitaire ring on a gold band or the Canada Goose jacket valued at over $2,000 brand-new, many thrift-store hauls hold hidden gems worth much more than their secondhand price tag.

Beyond the potential payoffs, thrifting is also a practical way to save money on everyday necessities, whether that's a piece of home decor, additions to your wardrobe, or, in this case, jewelry. It's a budget-friendly alternative that also keeps items out of landfills, giving once-loved goods a second life instead of ending up as waste.

To get started with your own hunt, check out this thrifting guide for tips on where to look and what to watch for.

Commenters were quick to share their admiration of the elegant find.

"It's beautiful!" one person wrote.

"And it looks like you got an incredible deal, it appears that two different ones actually sold for over $300!" another added.

A third Redditor commented: "Score!"

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