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An espresso machine that gained baseball fame during Italy’s World Baseball Classic run has fetched a hefty price at auction.

Chase Hestetune

Professional Auctioneer

Chase Hestetune

3rd Avenue
Town of Clayton
Wisconsin
54004
United States

Darby Walton

Third Generation Auctioneer, Professional Auctioneer

Darby Walton, a third-generation auctioneer hailing from Sycamore, Ohio, embodies a deep-rooted passion for the agricultural industry. Born into a family steeped in auctioneering tradition, Darby’s journey into the world of auctions began at a tender age, running clerk tickets for his father, Doug, and grandfather, Jay. Both esteemed members of the Ohio Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame, Doug and Jay instilled in Darby a profound appreciation for the art of auctioneering.

Continental Auctioneers School

Auctioneer School

Continental Auctioneers School

Betthausers’ Auction Service, Inc.

Family-Owned, Auction Company

Betthausers’ Auction Service, Inc.

Long-Hidden Caravaggio Portrait Acquired by Italy for $35 Million

Art Auctions

Long-Hidden Caravaggio Portrait Acquired by Italy for $35 Million

The painting resurfaced in 2024 after decades in private hands and starred in Rome’s blockbuster exhibition on the Baroque master.

Why Colored Stones Are Hot at Auction—and Diamonds Are Not

Diamond, Gem & Jewelry Auctions

Why Colored Stones Are Hot at Auction—and Diamonds Are Not

Christie’s luxury sales topped $1 billion in 2025, and jewelry was a big part of them. The company’s June jewelry sale in New York achieved $87.7 million, making it the largest various-owner jewelry auction ever held in the United States.

Zolas Attic

Auction Company

Zolas Attic

John Schultz, CAI, AMM

Professional Auctioneer

John Schultz, CAI, AMM

3rd Avenue
Town of Clayton
Wisconsin
54004
United States

Most expensive headwear sold at auction

Guiness World Record, World Record

Most expensive headwear sold at auction

On November 25, 2015, the most expensive headwear ever sold at auction achieved a price of AED 24,050,000 (approximately $6,545,950) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The sale was conducted by Emirates Auction during a charitable event organized by Al Jalila Foundation, which supports medical research and healthcare initiatives. The item, a luxury piece of headwear, was sold in a highly competitive bidding environment where participants were motivated not only by ownership of a unique object but also by the opportunity to contribute to a significant charitable cause. Auctions associated with philanthropy often produce prices well above typical market values, as bidders factor in both the social impact of their purchase and the prestige associated with participation. In this case, the record-setting price reflects the combination of exclusivity, craftsmanship, and charitable intent. Events like this are common in the United Arab Emirates, where high-profile charity auctions are used to raise substantial funds while promoting luxury goods and cultural engagement. The sale demonstrates how auctions can serve dual purposes, functioning as both fundraising mechanisms and platforms for showcasing exceptional items.

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Espresso machine from Italy’s WBC dugout fetches $16K at auction

Chase Hestetune

Darby Walton

Continental Auctioneers School

Betthausers’ Auction Service, Inc.

Long-Hidden Caravaggio Portrait Acquired by Italy for $35 Million

Why Colored Stones Are Hot at Auction—and Diamonds Are Not

Zolas Attic

John Schultz, CAI, AMM

Most expensive headwear sold at auction