Getting someone else’s mail or package is a relatively common occurrence. Usually it’s something mundane like a neighbor’s utility bill or an Amazon order meant for the apartment next door.
But what happens when the misdelivered item turns out to be worth thousands of dollars?
One Los Angeles woman faced exactly this dilemma when FedEx dropped off a package that wasn’t hers, and the contents inside tested both her conscience and honesty.
Woman Gets Rolex From FedEx
In a viral video with more than 90,000 views, content creator Tay (@tayycorn) shared the moment she discovered FedEx had mistakenly delivered someone else’s package to her address.
“Fedex gave me someone else’s package by mistake,” the text overlay on her video reads.
The footage shows a cardboard shipping box with the recipient’s name and address covered, then pans to reveal the package’s valuable contents: a silver Rolex watch presented in its distinctive green-and-yellow box.
In the caption, Tay called the situation a “test from God” before clarifying her decision.
“I can’t make this up loll (I returned it to fedex immediately),” she wrote.
The video sparked immediate reactions about what viewers would have done in the same situation, with many praising her for returning the expensive item despite the temptation to keep it.
What the Law Says About Misdelivered Packages
Tay’s decision to immediately return the Rolex wasn’t just the ethical choice. It was likely the legally required one.
According to The Oklahoman, keeping a package addressed to someone else can constitute mail theft.
For items delivered by the U.S. Postal Service, federal law makes this punishable by fines or up to five years in prison.
While FedEx deliveries don’t fall under federal mail theft statutes, keeping misdelivered packages from private carriers could still violate state larceny laws.
Experts recommend not opening misdelivered packages, checking the label to see if it belongs to a neighbor, and contacting the carrier directly to correct the error.
How Much Is A Rolex worth?
Rolex timepieces range dramatically in price depending on the model and materials used, according to Bob’s Watches.
Entry-level models like the Oyster Perpetual start around $5,500 to $6,400 MSRP, while popular models climb much higher—the Submariner starts at $9,100, the GMT-Master II at $10,700, and the iconic Daytona at $15,100 for stainless steel versions.
Models crafted from precious metals command even steeper prices, with the Day-Date Presidential starting at $38,500 and some limited-edition pieces reaching $75,000 or more.
What makes Rolex watches particularly valuable is their tendency to hold or even appreciate in value over time.
Unlike most consumer goods that depreciate immediately, many Rolex models—especially the Submariner, GMT-Master II, and Daytona—maintain their value or increase in worth, particularly vintage and rare editions.
The most expensive Rolex ever sold was actor Paul Newman’s Daytona, which fetched $17.8 million at auction.
Commenters React
“U much better than me because HUH finders keepers,” a top comment read.
“Why would you open it,” a person said.
“If a package gets delivered to my door 9 times out of 10 I’m not checking the name especially if I’m also expecting something,” another wrote.
“This is a test from god if I ever seen one and you passed,” a commenter added.
BroBible reached out to Tay for comment via Instagram and TikTok direct message and FedEx via email.