A MIND-BOGGLING brainteaser has many people scratching their heads.
It would take the eyes of a hawk to spot the hidden Olympic medals hidden among the athletes.
Jewelry experts F Hinds created the timely puzzle, saying even their own champions took 52 seconds to find them.
Spotting all three medals in under 20 seconds, however, could mean a sharper eye than most.
Anyone can spot the bicyclist, runner, and other Olympic athletes — but they’re a mere distraction, keeping your eyes away from the prize.
Only a true puzzle-solver can find the hidden gems in the photo.
The optical illusion is truly festive, with French flags and torches around the scene.
However, there is one gold, one silver, and one bronze medal on the loose.
Jeremy Hinds, a jewelry expert at F Hinds, weighed in on the missing medals, explaining why they’re a priceless find.
“Considering the significance of the medals, representing an unfathomable amount of sporting talent, it is difficult to place a true value on them,” he said.
“A common misconception is that the medals are made from solid gold, silver or bronze.
“In fact, the medals are gilded, meaning they have an iron base with a gold and silver plating.
“The plating on the bronze medals are a mix of a copper, tin and zinc alloy.
“Something important to note is that this year’s iron composite is actually taken from scrap metal from none other than the Eiffel Tower. Meaning they’re made from the ultimate symbol of Paris.”
He estimated their monetary value to be around $12,770 for the gold medal, $6,385 for the silver, and $2,554 for the bronze.
If you’re still having trouble spotting the medals, focus on the athlete preparing to start, the runner crossing the finish line, and the gymnast showing off her flexibility.
The medals can be found near each of these athletes.
If one Olympic-themed brainteaser was not enough to entice your competitive spirit, there is more.
There are 10 objects on the track that are hidden in plain sight.
They are: a soccer ball, a bicycle, foil for fencing, a shuttle for badminton, a golf club, a boat, a basketball, a ribbon for rhythmic gymnastics, a high jump, and a pole vault.
The iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, are obvious, but finding the 10 items in under 30 seconds is quite a feat.
The boat is an easy spot, with its large sail in the background.
The shuttle also seems out of place along the Parisian skyline.
If you’re still scratching your head, fear not, there is an answer key to find the missing items.
