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UK shopper paid 1 for vase; it later sold for 484,000

In a heartwarming tale of luck, a man acquired a simple yellow vase for just 1 at a charity shop. Upon listing it on eBay, he was inundated with inquiries, prompting him to seek expert appraisal. Experts revealed that it was an imperial piece crafted for the Qianlong Emperor, leading to a whirlwind auction. In a stunning twist, the vase fetched 484,000, transforming the man's financial fate tremendously.

7 Oct 2026 4:05 pm