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Most expensive artworks ever sold at auction

Every year, wealthy multi-million or billionaires camp at different auction houses to bid on the most valuable items in the world. There have been some record-shattering items at auction sales in the past decade, given the increased net worth of individuals globally.

However, wealthy people seem to invest more of their money into rare artworks, which is why the most expensive item ever to be sold at an auction was a painting by the famous Leonardo Da Vinci.

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