Titanic passenger’s pocket watch sold for record £1.78m at auction
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- A gold pocket watch belonging to Isidor Straus, who perished aboard the Titanic, has been sold at auction for a record £1.78 million, marking the highest price ever paid for Titanic memorabilia. The 18-carat Jules Jurgensen watch was a birthday gift to Straus in 1888, highlighting its historical significance.
- This record-breaking sale underscores the enduring fascination with Titanic artifacts and the personal stories behind them, particularly those of individuals like Isidor Straus, whose legacy continues to resonate with collectors and historians alike.
- The auction reflects a broader trend in the market for historical memorabilia, where items associated with significant events, such as the Titanic disaster, command high prices due to their emotional and historical value, revealing society's ongoing interest in the narratives of the past.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

