Man Buys $2 Photo At Flea Market That Ends Up Worth Millions

A man who discovered a valuable and rare photograph of Billy the Kid playing croquet has some advice for those who want to find treasure: go disturb. On Monday, Randy Guijarro told the Guardian “Because so many treasures have been lost, I hope this inspires others to dig through their trunks and attics.” watch video at the end of the this article.

Delving Deeper: Who Were Billy the Kid and His Gang? The Kid's early life was shrouded in mystery, born into hardship and soon falling into the world of violence and crime. He was infamous for his involvement in the Lincoln County War, a bloody feud in New Mexico marked by revenge killings and lawlessness. Alongside the Kid, the photograph also features some of his gang, The Regulators. Assembled by the Englishman John Tunstall, this band of gunmen was known for their ruthlessness and agility. The gang played a significant role in the brutal violence for which the Lincoln County War became famous. Billy the Kid was caught and escaped two times before his final showdown, with Sheriff Garrett being caught and killed in July of 1881. The found photograph humanizes these figures, showing not hardened outlaws but a group of friends that can kick back and enjoy a game like croquet. The Kid's criminal activities eventually caught up with him at a young age, yet his life and exploits continue to fascinate historians and enthusiasts alike.