Example Sentences
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Human bones, including a skull, were due to go under the hammer on Friday, but Great Western Auctions withdrew the item for sale after being contacted by BBC Scotland News.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Later in the week, on June 4, Julien's Auctions will put nearly 200 pieces of Monroe memorabilia under the hammer as part of its special "100 Years of Marilyn" sale.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The full catalog of listed items can be found on the website for Heritage Auctions.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Following Jackson’s death, his items from the home were auctioned off with Julien’s Auctions, including the queen-sized bed where the singer died.
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
Auctions and Sales I constantly attend, But chuse my pictures by a skilful friend.
From The Man of Taste by Bramston, James
