Guns with Which Napoleon Planned to Kill Himself Sell for Over $1.83 Million in France
In a poignant auction event at the Osenat auction house in Fontainebleau, France, two flintlock pistols once owned by French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte have captured global attention. These historic firearms, originally estimated to fetch between €1.2 million and €1.5 million ($1.3 million to $1.63 million), were ultimately sold for a staggering €1.69 million ($1.83 million). Summarized Insights: • Napoleon's pistols sell for $1.83 million. • Guns were intended for suicide. • Designated as National Treasures in France. • Reflects enduring interest in Napoleonic history. • Highlights auction market for historic artifacts. This sale not only underscores the enduring fascination with Napoleon's legacy but also highlights the premium placed on artifacts connected to pivotal moments in history. Napoleon's connection to these pistols is deeply personal and dramatic. They were given to his close confidant, Armand de Caulaincourt, shortly ...
