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UK man buys vase for £1; finds it's a Chinese imperial Qianlong piece and sells it for £484,000

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: China
Published: October 07, 2026 at 10:35

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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.

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