RAYONG — The antique shop owner who made headlines last week by promising 100,000 baht for rare 10 baht coins has withdrawn his offer after accusations of inflating the price of the coins.

Punnawat Siriruengwanic, the owner of Panan Jewelry Shop, started a nationwide sensation last week when he offered to pay 100,000 for 10 baht coins minted in 1990. The coins, of which only 100 exist, are highly sought-after among antique collectors.

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