**UNCLAIMED BAGGAGE RELEASES ANNUAL “FOUND REPORT”**
Unclaimed Baggage, a company that specializes in selling lost luggage, has released its highly anticipated annual “Found Report,” showcasing the most unusual and valuable items discovered in unclaimed luggage.
For those unfamiliar with Unclaimed Baggage, the company purchases unclaimed luggage from airlines and sells its contents to customers. The items range from everyday clothing and accessories to high-end jewelry and electronics.
According to the report, the top 10 most expensive items found in unclaimed luggage in 2022 include:
1. **A 14-karat gold and diamond necklace valued at $25,000**: Discovered in a suitcase that was left at a major airport, this stunning piece of jewelry was among the most valuable items found.
2. **A custom-made, solid gold and platinum Rolex watch worth $18,000**: This luxurious timepiece was found in a carry-on bag that was left at a busy airport.
3. **A pair of rare, limited-edition sneakers valued at $10,000**: These highly sought-after shoes were discovered in a checked bag that was left at a major airport.
4. **A designer handbag collection worth $8,000**: A variety of high-end handbags from popular designers were found in a suitcase that was left at an airport.
5. **A laptop and camera equipment valued at $6,000**: This expensive electronics package was discovered in a carry-on bag that was left at a busy airport.
In addition to these high-value items, Unclaimed Baggage’s report also highlighted some of the more unusual items found in unclaimed luggage, including:
* **A live lobster**: Yes, you read that right! A live lobster was discovered in a checked bag at a major airport.
* **A taxidermied owl**: This unusual item was found in a suitcase that was left at an airport.
* **A vintage typewriter**: This nostalgic item was discovered in a carry-on bag that was left at a busy airport.
Unclaimed Baggage’s report also revealed that the most common items found in unclaimed luggage include:
* Clothing and accessories (65%)
* Electronics (15%)
* Toiletries and personal care items (10%)
* Books and media (5%)
The company attributes the loss of these items to a variety of factors, including:
* Forgetting or misplacing items in the rush to catch a flight
* Not checking luggage thoroughly before leaving the airport
* Mislabeling or not labeling luggage clearly
Unclaimed Baggage’s “Found Report” serves as a reminder to travelers to be mindful of their belongings and to take necessary precautions to ensure that their luggage is properly labeled and secured.
The company will be auctioning off some of the items found in unclaimed luggage, with proceeds going to support various charitable organizations.
