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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

Sotheby’s Hong Kong postpones auction of Buddha jewels after India threatens legal action

Hong Kong India Sothebys Auction - (Sotheby's)

Sotheby’s has postponed the controversial auction of ancient gem relics linked to the Buddha’s remains at the last hour after the Indian government threatened legal action.

The international auction house said in a statement that the auction due to take place on Wednesday at 10.30am in Hong Kong would be postponed.

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