Sewing machine hoax hits S Arabia

Baack · Apr 15, 2009

Saudi police say they are investigating a hoax that has seen people rushing to buy old-fashioned sewing machines for up to $50,000 (£33,500). The Singer sewing machines are said to contain traces of red mercury, a substance that may not exist.
But it is widely thought that it can be used to find treasure, ward off evil spirits or even make nuclear bombs.
It is believed that tiny amounts can sell for millions of dollars, the Saudi Gazette reported.
The paper said that trade in the sewing machines was brisk across the country.
Rumours about the sewing machines have been spreading for days by word of mouth and over the internet, it said.
These included rumours that foreign experts and companies had been buying up Singers.
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7999168.stm

RickG · Apr 15, 2009

Going to expand the antique business , Baack ?

Baack · Apr 15, 2009

RickG said: ↑

Going to expand the antique business , Baack ?
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Them darn singers sewing machines don't sell for much here LOL
I wonder how much shipping would be???

RickG · Apr 15, 2009

Baack said: ↑

Them darn singers sewing machines don't sell for much here LOL
I wonder how much shipping would be???
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For $50,000 I bet you'd be williong to eat the shipping and customs costs .

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