Popular antique appraisals may include Princess Diana collectibles
This year, it appears that many people are eager to get antique valuations for items related to one iconic figure.
The popularity of antique appraisals for items related to Diana, Princess of Wales, shows no sign of abating, it has been suggested.
A piece published on the Paul Fraser Collectibles site outlined how recent sales have recorded an increase in the value of Diana rarities.
For instance, it noted that four letters penned by the Princess fetched a total of £21,000 under the hammer - about four times the initial estimate placed on them.
The publication also highlighted how a black taffeta gown worn by the figure was put up for sale by La Galleria London and achieved a sale price of £192,000, despite a pre-auction estimate of £50,000.
As such, the article summarised: "As an icon she transcends both historical and celebrity culture, containing cross cultural appeal for both."
In this way, Diana-related memorabilia "has huge potential for growth in value, thanks to her massive global fan base".
Meanwhile, prices achieved at auction for another iconic figure of the 20th century, Marilyn Monroe, may also be going from strength to strength.
This is because Julien's Auctions recently sold a set of X-ray images of Monroe's chest for just under £30,000.
Posted by John Folwell