SOUTHERN ILLINOIS TREASURE HUNTERS UNCOVERS RESALE GEMS

With an ever-growing inventory of quality antiques, collectibles, and furniture from across the region, Southern Illinois Treasure Hunters has become a go-to stop for local resale shopping.

Owned by longtime reseller, Nick Foltz, and located at 216 S. Commercial St., Southern Illinois Treasure Hunters has seen consistent growth and earned a devoted client base since opening its doors in 2020.

“{Customers] love the fact that we get fresh merchandise in the store every day. I buy three-to-four estates a week, so I am constantly putting new stuff out,” said Foltz. “We price stuff to sell. We’re not trying to get top dollar out of everything. I don’t like to hold onto stuff too long.”

When asked about the growth his business has seen over the last four years, Foltz said the response has been more than he bargained for.

“The growth we’ve seen here is way more than I anticipated it would be,” Foltz said. “It’s hard to describe just how much growth we’ve seen. I know we’re up 20 percent each year.”

Discussing his three-plus decades in resale, Foltz said the business was in his blood.

“My father was in the pawn shop business when he was younger, then went into the jewelry business. So, it kind of comes naturally,” Foltz explained. “I found my old baseball cards right after my wife and I married. I took them to a baseball card show and that’s what started it all for me.”

According to Foltz, the family tradition is expected to continue, as his daughter and current employee, Rachel Smith, is poised to take over the business upon his eventual retirement.

Foltz is also a supporter of the Centralia community and has served as a Balloon Fest sponsor for two consecutive years.

“We love the Balloon Fest. It’s one the best things we have here in Centralia, and I love being a sponsor,” Foltz said. “You see a whole new dimension of the event by being a sponsor.”

With a loyal following, a constantly rotating inventory, and a surplus of hometown spirit, Southern Illinois Treasure Hunters have made their bid as a community staple for years to come.

Southern Illinois Treasure Hunters

618-322-3043

216 S. Commercial St.