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crime2 years ago

"Fraudster Sentenced for Attempting to Sell Fake 'Queen's Walking Stick' on eBay"

Dru Marshall, a 26-year-old man from England, pretended to be a Senior Footman at Windsor Castle and falsely claimed to be selling an "antler walking stick" that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II on eBay, stating the proceeds would go to charity. He was sentenced to a 12-month Community Order and 40 hours of unpaid work after being convicted of fraud by false representation, despite initially claiming it was a joke or social experiment.

business2 years ago

"Landmark Cinemas Auctions Cinema Equipment in Peoria"

Equipment from the closed Landmark Cinemas in Peoria is up for auction, including digital cinema projectors, audio components, theater chairs, concession equipment, and movie posters. The auction, which also includes items from the adjacent bowling alley, is happening online until October 25. Landmark Cinemas closed in July, but other businesses within the Landmark Recreation Center remain open.

fashion-and-luxury2 years ago

"Microscopic Louis Vuitton Handbag Fetches $63K in Record Sale"

A microscopic handbag, smaller than a grain of salt, sold for over $63,000 at an online auction. Created using 2-photon polymerization printing methods, the fluorescent yellow-green tote resembles a popular Louis Vuitton design and features a built-in digital display. The bag, produced in 2023, was described as the ultimate symbol of bag miniaturization and a pure brand signifier. Bidding started at $15,000 and concluded at $63,750.

business2 years ago

Pennsylvania Treasury's Online Auction for Unclaimed Property This Week

The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold an online auction of unclaimed property on Wednesday and Thursday, featuring fine jewelry, coins, currency, and other items. The auction will include 4,250 items from Treasury's vault, with the majority of items being featured on Wednesday. Interested bidders can preview items on Pook & Pook's website and register to bid. Unclaimed property comes to Treasury in accordance with state law, and proceeds from the auction will be available for the rightful owner to claim at any time.

luxury-watches2 years ago

Patek Philippe sets new record with $5.8 million online auction sale.

A Patek Philippe 'Sky Moon Tourbillon' has sold for $5.8 million at Christie's "Top of the Time" online auction, setting a new record for an online auction. The rare watch, part of Patek's Grand Complications series, features 12 complications and is encased in an 18-karat white gold case. The pre-owned watch market is expected to keep growing, hitting 10% CAGR through 2026. The Christie's auction pulled in $8.4 million in sales, with millennials making up 40% of the buyers at auction.