Silver Candlestick Sells For $11,500 in Auckland

Cordy's in Auckland had a sleeper in their sale last Tuesday. Lot 483 described as a late 18th century Dutch silver chamberstick by S. Gravenhage had a pre-sale estimate of $450 but sold to a phone bidder for $11,500.

Police Looking For Owner Of Roman Glass Bracelet

This Roman bangle was handed into police in Palmerston North and they are now seeking its rightful owner.

The plaque reads ''Roman Glass Bangle. 1st Century AD. Funerary Offering. Found in home.''

If it is yours or if anyone has any information about it is asked to contact Palmerston North Police on (06) 351 3600 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

A Million Pound Print?

Munch's print of the Madonna (with hand colouring) from 1895 realises a record price in London. Antiques Trade Gazette article here.

Te Papa Buys "Pacific Mona Lisa" For $2 Million

Here is an in depth article from The Dominion Post about Te Papa's latest acquisition (as opposed to the six lines given by the NZ Herald).

Record Price For British Silver At £2.5 Million

This rather large (d. 129cm) silver wine cistern dating from 1705/6 sold at Sotheby's London for the record price of £2.5 million. The cooler known as "The Great Silver Wine Cistern of Thomas Wentworth" was part of a small 21 lot "Treasures Aristocratic Heirlooms Sale" all pieces having impeccable and distinguished provenance.