A leather violin case once belonging to Titanic band leader Wallace Henry Hartley is set to be auctioned on April 27 for an expected £120,000 or more. Hartley’s violin, the most valuable piece of Titanic memorabilia, was sold in 2013 for £1.1 million and is now exhibited at the Belfast Titanic Museum.
Why it matters:
- Historical Significance: The auction of items related to the Titanic disaster highlights the enduring fascination with one of the most iconic maritime tragedies in history, with artifacts such as the violin case and the violin itself symbolizing the human stories and sacrifices associated with the event.
- The Price of History: The significant sums fetched by Titanic-related artifacts underscore the financial value placed on historical memorabilia, with these items continuing to attract collectors willing to pay high prices for tangible connections to the Titanic’s ill-fated voyage.
