A charity shop shopper has shared an extraordinary find on Reddit: a Le Creuset casserole dish with a brown lid, purchased for just £20. The pot, which typically retails for between £250 and £300, was spotted on a shelf and snapped up by the buyer, who posted a photo of the item for other users to see.
In the image, the price tag sticker on top of the pot reveals the £20 cost. Many Reddit users reacted with amazement at the bargain. One commenter wrote, "Ugh I'm so jealous, what a steal," while another said, "So God does have favourites. Love this for you OP!" A third simply added, "You win," and others claimed the shopper had "hit the jackpot."
The condition of the pot
In the comments section, the buyer revealed that the pot seemed "as good as new," with no scratches or marks on the purchase. The casserole dish was bought complete with its lid, adding to the value of the deal.
Le Creuset pricing and quality
Le Creuset casserole pots are designed for slow cooking, braising, and baking, and come in a range of colours. Prices vary depending on the type and size. A cast iron round casserole dish with lid costs between £230 and £435, while a cast iron shallow casserole with lid is priced in the £259 to £340 range.
Other shapes can be more expensive, such as a cast iron pumpkin casserole dish with lid at around £315, and Christmas-themed pots costing nearly £400. Given these prices, securing a casserole dish with its lid for £20 represents a significant saving, especially as the buyer described it as looking brand new.
The high cost of Le Creuset cookware is attributed to its labour-intensive manufacturing process in France, high material standards, and strong brand prestige. Each piece of cast iron is poured into a unique, single-use sand mould that is broken apart after the metal cools, meaning no two pieces are completely identical.
