A historic Titanic watch sold for a record price

A gold pocket watch that belonged to the captain of the Carpathia, hero of the rescue of the Titanic survivors, has been sold for a record price of 1.56 million pounds sterling (1.8 million euros). This emblematic jewel testifies to the growing enthusiasm for artifacts linked to the famous shipwreck.

An 18-carat gold pocket watch by Tiffany & Co, given in 1912 to Sir Arthur Rostron, captain of the RMS Carpathia, sold at auction for a record £1.56 million (£1.8 million). ‘euros). This jewel, engraved in recognition of his courage after saving more than 700 passengers of the Titanic, was acquired by a private American collector, reports the BBC.

700 people rescued

The watch was donated by three widows of deceased passengers, including that of John Jacob Astor, the Titanic’s richest traveler. Sir Arthur had driven the Carpathia at full speed to rescue survivors after receiving the distress call from the Titanic two hours after its sinking.

This sale reflects the growing interest in Titanic-related items. It surpasses the previous record set in April by another gold watch owned by Mr. Astor. Earlier, the violin played during the shipwreck had held this title since 2013. According to the Henry Aldridge and Son auction house, the rarity and high demand for these artifacts explain these ever higher prices, states the English media.