First let me say that I could not feel more stupid.

Walking down the street I noticed a "game" of three discs, one with white on the bottom. Made the mistake of stopping to look - one person bet 50 euro lost, then a woman bet 100 euro and won, next person lost and..... two discs left the game player tells me I have won! A bit shocked I lost my common sense - well they asked to see my money - grabbed 200 euros from wallet (why did I ignore the little voice whispering Nigeria in my head?). All the while confederates telling me "you've won, you've won". I was then asked to turn the disc over - which of course did not have a white spot - when I demanded my money back I was physically restrained by the confederates (of course all of the players and others in the crowd were confederates).

I reported to the police (who were very nice) who told me that it is illegal to bet (?show money) on the street - and of course these people prey on tourists.

A clever variant on pickpockets - getting you to show them your money! Of course if it is too good to be true............

Can I claim temporary insanity (gross stupidity)? Just a warning/reminder to others!