Imagine finding a dusty old lemon in your attic. You might toss it, right? Why A Lemon Worth 1 Lakh 96 Thousand Bangladeshi Taka?
How much can a normal lemon cost? 20 to 30 rupees depending on size. But when a lemon sells for around 196,000 taka (US$1,780), it can seem quite surprising. A similar incident happened recently in the UK. Well, one Shropshire man’s “trash” became treasure thanks to a 285-year-old citrus sensation that sold for a jaw-dropping $1,780 (1 Lakh 96 Thousand Taka)!
From Cupboard Corner to Auction Star:
How much can a normal lemon cost? 20 to 30 rupees depending on size. But when a lemon sells for around 196,000 taka (US$1,780), it can seem quite surprising. A similar incident happened recently in the UK. Well, one Shropshire man’s “trash” became treasure thanks to a 285-year-old citrus sensation that sold for a jaw-dropping $1,780 (1 Lakh 96 Thousand Taka)!
An auction house called Brittells Auctioneers in Shropshire, UK sold a lemon at auction for that price. However, the age of the lemon is a bigger surprise than the price of the lemon. That is 285 years old! The lemon was lying in the corner of an old cupboard drawer in the house.
A Shropshire man owned a 19th-century wardrobe, according to auction house Brittells. The cupboard belonged to his late uncle. He was photographing the old wardrobe with a professional photographer to auction it. At that time, they saw a dry lemon in the cupboard drawer.
Unveiling the Past, One Wrinkled Rind at a Time:
Adding to the intrigue, a message inscribed on the lemon revealed its origin: “Lemon on November 4, 1739, Mr. It was given to Miss E. Baxter by Pi Lou Franchini.” This tiny time capsule hinted at a long-forgotten gift, carefully preserved for centuries.
Bidding Frenzy for a Fruity Fossil:
Intrigued by the lemon’s unique history, auction house Brittells put it up for grabs. What followed was a bidding war unlike any other, with collectors vying for a piece of citrus history. Ultimately, the lemon fetched a price that would make even the juiciest fruit blush: $1,780!
The Wardrobe Takes a Backseat:
Ironically, the antique wardrobe, the reason for the lemon’s rediscovery, only managed a much humbler sum of $40. In this quirky auction, the spotlight firmly belonged to the wrinkled wonder that defied the odds and squeezed its way into history!
This story reminds us that treasures can be found in the most unexpected places. So, the next time you clean out your attic, keep an eye out for any dusty lemons! You never know, they might just be worth a small fortune…or at least a good story to tell!