A lock of hair from Napoleon's favourite horse is among the highlights of Christie's exceptional sale in London on July 9.
The lot is valued at ?�3,000-5,000 ($4,725-7,875).
![]() The lock is among a major collection of Napoleon memorabilia offered in the sale |
It's accompanied by a note that reads: "Hair from the Mane of Buonaparte's favourite white Charger, in the king's stud stable at Versailles / June 1830".
The lock is one of a number of pieces related to Napoleon to feature in the sale. A bicorn hat is also offered.
We have a strand of hair from the famous British racehorse Red Rum.
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