You can now bid on signed underwear from MLB great Willie Mays at auction.
This is quite the unusual collectible. Boxer shorts that were worn and signed by Willie Mays are now up for auction at the Lelands Summer Classic Auction. It’s definitely something to talk about if you add it to your collection. The auction is set for August 16th, and as of Saturday afternoon, the top bid […]
Ozzy Osbourne’s personal items, including stage outfits, are set for auction just a day after his passing.
A selection of memorabilia from Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, including a signed guitar and a custom costume, was auctioned shortly after his passing. Osbourne died at the age of 76 on Tuesday after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s disease. He spent his last weeks surrounded by family and was focused on […]
Indiana Jones’ whip sells for $525,000 at auction after the ‘Citizen Kane’ sled fetches $14.75 million
A whip used by Harrison Ford in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” which originally belonged to Princess Diana, has been auctioned off for $525,000. This sale took place on Thursday, following the astounding auction of a Rosebud sled from “Citizen Kane” that fetched $14.75 million, making it one of the costliest props ever sold. […]
Biggest Martian fragment on Earth sold for $5.3 million at auction in New York
Auction Highlights Significant Mars Meteorite Sale A prominent Mars meteorite fetched over $5 million at a New York auction specializing in rare geological and archaeological items. Meanwhile, a juvenile dinosaur skeleton drew an astounding price tag of over $30 million. This particular piece of Martian rock, known as NWA 16788, weighs 54 pounds (or 25 […]
Original Star Wars trilogy’s Darth Vader lightsaber expected to sell for up to $3 million at auction
May the Force and property be with you. The lightsabers wielded by Darth Vader in the final two films of the original “Star Wars” trilogy are set to be auctioned off, along with a variety of other franchise memorabilia, with projections suggesting they could fetch millions. The main duel lightsaber, used by the iconic villain […]
Auction of Earth’s largest piece of Mars expected to reach $4M
Rare Mars Meteorite Set for Auction A significant Mars meteorite is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s on July 16th, potentially fetching over $4 million. The specific meteorite, known as NWA 16788, was found in the Agadez region of Niger in 2023. It’s currently available in an online auction, with bids having reached $1.6 million […]
Unique Shem Tov Bible comes back to Israel after fetching almost $7 million at auction
14th Century Bible Unveiled in Israel Israeli officials recently showcased a remarkable 14th-century Bible, acquired just a year ago for a striking seven-figure amount. The National Library of Israel announced details about the Shem Tov Bible exhibition in a press release, highlighting a collection of ancient books that were loaned from their private owners starting […]
Abraham Lincoln’s gloves from Ford’s Theatre receive top bid at presidential auction
Auction of Lincoln’s Personal Items Draws Attention A recent auction featured personal belongings of President Abraham Lincoln, and one item particularly stood out. The leather gloves that were reportedly in Lincoln’s pocket on the night he was assassinated attracted significant interest. They sold for an astonishing $1.52 million, which included the buyer’s premium fee, according […]
Chicago Suburb Works to Preserve Pope Leo XIV’s Childhood Home From Being Sold at Auction
Dalton Village to Acquire Childhood Home of Pope Leo XIV The village of Dalton is positioned to gain ownership of the childhood residence of Pope Leo XIV. This follows the decision by the current owner to place the property up for auction. The auction is managed by Paramount Realty and is set to conclude on […]
Giacometti bronze bust fails to sell at auction, surprises art world
During the Sotheby’s high-stakes auction on Tuesday night, attendees were left stunned when the $70 million bronze bust by Alberto Giacometti didn’t find a buyer, leaving many in disbelief. Giacometti’s piece, titled “Grand Tête Mince (Grand Tête De Diego),” had sky-high expectations, but it turned out to be too ambitious for the cash-conscious crowd. Bidding […]