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Imagine a world 67 million years ago, when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Thanks to palaeontologists and sometimes others who’ve made accidental discoveries, dinosaur fossils have been discovered and studied for hundreds of years, much to humans’ great interest and fascination....
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How often do you notice other people’s number plates when you are driving around? To some, a number plate is even more important than the car itself, which is why the world has seen millions of euros spent on personalised...
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Have you heard about The Affordable Art Fair yet? It’s the most popular contemporary art fair in the world, and their mission is simple: to make art accessible to everyone. Their next exciting event takes place in Milan from 26th...
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At Catawiki we regularly see boxing memorabilia pass through our auctions signed by the likes of Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, Sugar Ray Leonard and other greats. As a sports photographer, our sports expert Marc Jans has built up his own...
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Have you ever tried a red wine from Lebanon or a white wine that was produced on a bed of straw in South Africa? When buying wine, it is easy to choose wines that we already know, from regions that...
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Louis Vuitton… These two words are enough to make any fashion lover swoon. It is one of the most renowned luxury brands in the world, and vintage shoes or handbags always seem to be in demand. Are you looking for...
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When hitting the slopes, your pair of skis can be the difference between moving like a beginner and flying over the powdered hills like a pro. A brand new pair of skis is not a cheap investment. But some skis...
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Do you know everything there is to know about US comics? How about the original price of the very first issue of Action Comics? Or the amount Nicolas Cage’s edition was sold for? The popularity of US comic books is...
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Can guitars write history? Their owners certainly can while playing them: think Jimi Hendrix on Woodstock, or John Lennon creating his now legendary tunes for I Want to Hold Your Hand together with Paul McCartney. And you could say these...
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2017 has been the year of the Oscars flub, covfefe, a total solar eclipse and the rise of Bitcoin. However, as is fitting for a year in which the world felt increasingly strange, some very peculiar items also went under...
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Following the revival of vinyl, jukeboxes are making a comeback. The coin-operated music machines are now more popular than ever. With their detailed designs, they are a joy for your ears as well as your eyes. But what are the...
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In spite of the competition from electronic watches, Rolex sales and reputation remain as buoyant as ever. Vintage Rolex watches continue to excel at auctions, as this list proves. Read on to discover the 5 most expensive Rolex watches ever...
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If you’re looking to invest in exciting, innovative and captivating modern and contemporary art: French artists are the way to go. Thanks to our weekly Modern Art auctions, it’s possible to own beautiful works of art which not only will...
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Can you imagine a better winter comfort food than fondue? Coming together with friends and chatting over a pot of bubbling hot cheese will surely get you into the holiday spirit. Fondue was created in Switzerland, originally as a way...
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Love jewellery? Then of course you should have a jewellery box to hold your collection! A jewellery box can not only be an attractive feature piece, but it should protect your precious jewels and keep them safe from exposure to...