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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jill Lawless

Royal family gift thought to be lost for decades could break auction records

A rare crystal and diamond Fabergé egg, created for Russia’s ruling family before its revolutionary overthrow, is set for auction, with an estimated value exceeding £20 million ($26.4 million).

Christie’s auction house confirms the Winter Egg is just one of seven such opulent ovoids still in private hands. It will be offered for sale at Christie’s London headquarters on Tuesday.

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