Piprahwa gemstone auction paused due to legal concerns from India
Postponement of Sotheby’s Auction of Buddha-Related Gems Auction House Sotheby’s has decided to delay the auction of a significant collection of gems associated with Buddha’s remains after the Indian government threatened legal action, urging the return of these items. The auction, which was set to take place in Hong Kong, featured a collection dubbed the […]
India seeks to stop the sale of Piprahwa jewels discovered alongside Buddha’s remains | Buddhism
The Indian government has taken action to halt what it describes as “unethical” auctions of ancient gem relics. The Ministry of Culture has raised concerns about the Piprahwa Gems auction happening in Hong Kong this week, claiming it breaches both Indian and international laws as well as UN treaties. Legal notices were issued concerning the […]