Shopping under the influence usually leads to regrettable choices, a fact many of us can confirm when we find ourselves with quirky T-shirts or gadgets for the home that we struggle to wear or utilize. 

One self-admitted "stoned" shopper, though, hit the jackpot while thrifting under the influence, as they shared with the r/ThriftStoreHauls subreddit.

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They wrote, "I saw this for 3 dollars [and] didn't think twice until I got home and opened it," in reference to what on the outside looked to them like a "pocket size" Monopoly game. 

Instead, they released a special limited edition Monopoly watch accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, confirming it as one of only 10,000 produced. 

They posted pictures of everything, highlighting the $2.99 price tag and the plain exterior of the box, which concealed its rarity.

For fans of Monopoly and gaming, it's undoubtedly a fantastic collectible. 

Furthermore, it boasts remarkable characteristics highlighted in the Certificate of Authenticity, such as quartz movement, premium brass, leather, and 18k gold plating. 

The watch embodies the essence of the game, featuring elements such as the recognizable Mr. Monopoly and the classic game board, including the Go symbol. 

One Reddit commenter hinted that the collector's item had real monetary worth, writing "good find, worth about 175."

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The user's unexpected score mirrors some of the success stories that consumers have made while secondhand shopping. There are big deals to be had and treasures to be discovered if you're willing to put in the work. That can be in the fashion world, or even expensive consumer products like espresso machines. 

Giving thrift stores business also helps keep donated items out of methane-producing landfills that heat the planet. 

If you can find still-good clothing or household items instead of buying new, that also is a major plus for the environment. Plastic production and the global shipping industry, for example, require a vast amount of dirty energy resources. 

This shopper was simply seeking a lighthearted, affordable treat, but their collection sparked inspiration within the Reddit community.

One replied, "How cool! That sounds like a plan for me to do tomorrow haha"

Another user agreed, with one slight clarification. "Me too!" they said. "Thrifting, that is, not getting stoned."

One Redditor lamented, "Your 'thrifting while stoned' went way better than my 'antiquing while drunk!'"

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