Miller and Miller Auctions recently auctioned a rare game-issued hockey stick owned and signed by Bill Barilko for a record $60,000, far exceeding expectations.
Arthur Livingstone's remarkable life is celebrated through an auction of his eclectic collection, showcasing a deep appreciation for mechanical objects and languages.
Ada Lovelace was a pioneering figure in computing and mathematics, known for her work on the Analytical Engine and recognized as the first person to conceptualize machine applications beyond mere calculations.
In a heartfelt letter dated 1962, John Lennon expressed his longing for Cynthia Powell, intertwining personal affection with candid remarks about his bandmate, Paul McCartney.
"This find proves treasures still lie hidden on our high streets. From a simple box emerged a piece of deeply personal royal history, commissioned by the royal family itself to honour a lost loved one."