15 cases when people found mysterious objects (26 photos + 1 video)

You can find answers to almost any question on the Internet. For example, if you find some mysterious object and cannot understand what it is and why it is needed, then online experts have a hundred versions, among which you will definitely find the correct one.





1. “There were 6 of them in the parcel from China. What is this?"



JudiasGoldberg

This is a plant. Rose of Jericho.

If you put it in water, it will come to life and turn green.





LanCalimon

2. “Possibly used in woodworking, stored in garage for years. Is it some kind of nut or something else?”



ryan4loco

This is a banksia cone



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wood-database

3. “It flew through my windshield on the freeway.”



ornonbort

Hook for trash container.



4. "Mechanical contraption found in farmland in Kent, UK"



JamesChatz

This is a Tasker & Co. wrought iron winch, circa 1865. These winches were used to get water from deep wells.

5. "Metal Cylinder in a Local Park"



Rain noise maker.

If you turn the cylinder, it will make a noise similar to the sound of rain.



goric

6. “Recently installed on my campus. I haven't seen this before"



reego_7789

Temporary steam outlets. If the campus is heated and powered by steam, they work on a section of steam pipe underground or simply release the steam when it is not being used for heating.

7. “Found in luggage after a flight. I have no idea what this is"



eallison95

This is a tool that is used with a small piece of paper to detect traces of explosives in your luggage.



yourmileagemayvarynet

8. “I found it in a public park, all the parts are removable. What is this for?"



smokesletsgo420

This is a home for bees and beetles, it is filled with various materials so that the insects can spend the winter there.

9. “What is this? It says xylophone? Bought for $9 at an antique store"



Broghtworst

Tongue drum.