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$3 Bowl Turns In Million Dollar Profit For Family

Wes Styles — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:30:32 +0000

Every go “Garage Sale-ing” and come across some really random stuff, maybe even items that you think no one in their right mind would buy? One New York family found a bowl that simply became a decorative piece at the dinner, bought it for $3 six years ago, and that bowl just sold for $2.2 [...]

Man Auctions Off Portion Of Face For $15,000; Forced To Get Political Tattoo [VIDEO]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:02:49 +0000

This is either the smartest thing I have ever heard, or the dumbest. Here's the scenario: man puts up part of his face for auction. Highest bid reaches $15,000 and the winner gets to choose what facial tattoo the man will get. Easy money for a small price or huge mistake hardly worth the money?

John Lennon's Tooth To Be Put Up For Auction

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:47:41 +0000

Have you ever bought or put a bid on something strange? How about a human tooth? Well, if not, you will have the opportunity to real soon, as late Beatles member John Lennon's tooth will be put up auction. It is expected to sell for $16,000.

Phil Labonte To Auction Off Shoes For Charity

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 02:22:35 +0000

All That Remains vocalist Phil Labonte is a generous soul, and he is doing another good deed by auctioning off an old, stage-worn pair of shoes. This might sound a little odd, but it's for charity and these shoes have been around and could tell a bunch of stories if only they were able to talk.

Lamb Of God Guitarist Mark Morton To Auction Off Guitar For Charity

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:59:00 +0000

Richmond, Virginia metal quintet Lamb of God guitarist Mark Morton is making a selfless move by auctioning off one of his very own guitars from his coveted collection. He is doing it for charity, and whoever is the highest bidder of the signature model Jackson Dominion will be the proud owner of the piece of history, along with the satisfaction of knowing their contribution has helped those in need.

Up For Grabs: Michael Jackson's "Thriller" Jacket

Jennifer Beaudoin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:28:50 +0000

Everyone knows that "Thriller" was perhaps the late King of Pop Michael Jackson's greatest hit ever. When hearing the song or even thinking of it, most people think about the famous music video with the zombies dancing along with Jackson, who is dressed in a slick red and black jacket. Well, imagine if you owned that very jacket. Now you can, as it, along with other Jackson antiques are up for auction.

Prince's Guitar Gets $100,000 For Charity

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 02:11:53 +0000

Finally some money is going toward a good cause! Recently, the infamous singer/performer Prince auctioned off one of his favorite guitars, with all proceeds going to charity. The legendary gold guitar sold for $100,000. The buyer: McClaren Formula One Racecar driver Lewis Hamilton.

Elizabeth Taylor's Love Letters Up For Auction

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:56:39 +0000

When she was just 17-years-old, a pre-famed Elizabeth Taylor was solely a young woman in love. Her unpublished love letters to her then fiance William Pawley, which show her transition from a girl to a woman and starlet, are now up for auction.