• Man empties piggy bank after 10 years and gets $597
• Uses money for his hobby and sparks social media buzz

A US man emptied his piggy bank after saving for 10 years and was surprised by the total amount

Eli Piatt from Portland, Oregon, had been putting coins into a Star Wars-themed piggy bank since childhood and was shocked when he finally decided to cash it in

Piatt shared a photo after converting the coins into cash, revealing that the total amount he had saved over 10 years was around $686, but after fees he received only $597 (about 53,000 rupees)

Despite the fees, Piatt was happy with the result and used the money to buy some vinyl records, his favorite hobby

He noted that he had not intended to post it publicly, but accidentally shared it on social media, which drew widespread attention. Many commented on the amount, some praised his actions, while others joked about the processing fees