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Rare U.S gold coin worth $300,000 saves church in Indiana
A rare 19th century gold coin is set to auction for more than $300,000, having been gifted to a church in Indiana by an anonymous donor. The coin will hit […]
2017-04-19
The Mystery of the Gold Hoard Hidden Inside a Piano
The hunt is on to discover the rightful owners of a hoard of gold coins discovered hidden inside a piano in the U.K. Although the estimated value of the discovery […]
2017-03-17
David Bowie stars in The Stamps that Fell to Earth
The Royal Mail has released a set of postage stamps commemorating the life and career of recording icon David Bowie. The ten stamp series feature some of Bowie’s classic album […]
2017-03-15
Original copy of Schindler’s List for sale at $2.4 million
One of the original lists used by Oskar Schindler to rescue Jewish workers from the Nazis during WWII is up for sale in the U.S. The historic 14-page document has […]
2017-03-10
Steve McQueen’s Bullitt Ford Mustang Discovered in Mexican Junk Yard
A Ford Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the classic 1968 movie Bullitt has been rediscovered in a Mexican junk yard, almost 50 years after it originally disappeared. According to […]
2017-03-08
Car in which Tupac Shakur was murdered up for sale at $1.5 million
The BMW in which rapper Tupac Shakur was murdered is up for sale in the U.S, with a price tag of $1.5 million. The 1996 BMW 750iL, originally owned by […]
2017-02-27
Rediscovered Elizabeth I dress is the "Mona Lisa of fashion"
The only surviving dress worn by Queen Elizabeth I is set to be exhibited at Hampton Court Palace, after it was discovered hanging in a 13th century village church. The […]
2017-01-11
Donald Trump museum announced
A museum dedicated to Donald Trump could soon be opening in Atlantic City. The president-elect has strong ties to the resort city on the New Jersey coast, known for its […]
2016-12-23
Classic cars up 8.1% in 2016
The world’s finest classic cars have grown in value by 8.1% in the first 11 months of the year, according to a leading car index. Historic Auto Group’s (HAGI) […]
2016-12-22
$16 million Treasure Discovered Amongst French Doctor’s Collection
When a retired French doctor walked into a Parisian auction house with a bundle of drawing under his arm earlier this year, nobody knew he was carrying a treasure worth […]
2016-12-15
Hillary Trumps Donald in the Battle of the Autographs
The polls may be closer than ever in the U.S, but according to a new study Hillary Clinton is streets ahead of Donald Trump when it comes to price of […]
2016-11-03
BBC art experts discover £20 million Raphael masterpiece
A pair of BBC art experts have uncovered a rare 16th century painting which could be worth around £20 million. The painting was discovered during a visit to Haddo House, […]
2016-10-04
Geoff Hurst’s 1966 World Cup final jersey up for sale at £500,000
Sir Geoff Hurst’s 1966 World Cup final England jersey is headed for auction at Sotheby’s next month, on the 50th anniversary of the historic victory. The iconic, game-worn red jersey […]
2016-06-06
Bonhams wants to know what’s in your jewelry box
Bonhams are encouraging people to raid their jewelry boxes, with a new campaign to help people learn the true value of their items. The ‘What’s in the box?’ campaign will […]
2016-05-26
Rare David Bowie album brings record price in online sale
A first pressing of David Bowie’s eponymous second album has sold for a record price on the rare record website Discogs. The website features a database of more than seven […]
