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Two ‘precious’ specimens of extinct New Zealand huia bird up for auction in England

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A pair of preserved huia, an extinct bird last sighted in early 20th century, are going on auction in London next month, competing for attention with a slice from the wedding cake of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, a Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk, and an engraved two-handled cup that celebrated Prince Edward coronation.

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