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Chapter 234 - Chapter 234 Crazy! Madness! An Imperial Robe Fetches a Record-breaking Domestic Price! (1)
Chapter 234 - Chapter 234 Crazy! Madness! An Imperial Robe Fetches a Record-breaking Domestic Price! (1)
Chapter 234 Crazy! Madness! An Imperial Robe Fetches a Record-breaking Domestic Price! (1)
“Damn!”
“Is it really an imperial robe that has been preserved inside this tiger skin?”
“This is the first time I’ve ever seen a real imperial robe!”
“I always thought that the imperial robes from the Qing dynasty were more appealing!”
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“Heh, you must have watched too many TV dramas. The robes in those shows are indeed beautiful, but they are all designed for the screen. What you see before you is the genuine article!”
The surrounding rich second-generation individuals’ eyes shone brightly, discussing fervently, their faces flushed with excitement. Of course, it was not just them.
Everyone else was also extraordinarily excited at this moment.
The experts present could not help but gulp hard, their eyes fixated on the robe without blinking.
“Director! It’s out! It’s out! It’s indeed an imperial robe from the Ming dynasty!”
“Ah? Really? Which emperor of the Ming dynasty wore it?”
“We don’t know which emperor’s imperial robe this is yet. We need further confirmation!”
“Alright, you all must do your best to win the auction for this item!”
“Director, you know that many museums are eyeing this piece. We may not be able to secure it with our budget!”
“Do your best. I’ll see if I can increase the budget from my end!”
At this moment, two staff members carefully placed the imperial robe on a long table and unfolded it.
With the protection of the plastic film, there was no fear of exposing it to the air.
Once the robe was spread out, its full appearance became much clearer.
Authority.
This was the embodiment of authority.
“Is it really an imperial robe?”
“It’s so intact! There isn’t a single tear. It’s truly remarkable!”
A crowd gathered around to observe the item.
Long Jianfei, in particular, stared at the robe with a dumbfounded expression, as if he was looking at the most beautiful woman in the world.
He could hardly resist the urge to touch it.
However, he controlled himself, knowing that the robe belonged to someone else.
Just as one should not touch another person’s spouse, he must not touch this robe.
Otherwise, it would be a grave mistake.
“What an imposing presence!”
It was also Luo Feng’s first time seeing a real imperial robe.
Li Zicheng, I kneel before you.
Thank you so much.
Without you, how could I, Luo Feng, have found this?
At this moment, many people’s gazes turned to Qin Rubing.
Of course, although she was very beautiful, the reason they were looking at her was not due to her beauty.
Instead, they needed her expertise as an appraiser to evaluate the cultural relic.
Seeing everyone looking at her, Qin Rubing shrugged her shoulders slightly and said, “I am sorry, everyone, but we have no reference or comparison for this item on the market. Our team cannot provide an appraisal!”
Upon hearing this, the crowd was speechless.
Even if she could not appraise it, could she not provide some reference suggestions?
However, deep down, what Qin Rubing wanted to say was:I do not even dare to suggest a price.
If you want to purchase it, it is up to you to dictate its worth.
This item is too valuable. How could its price be determined in such a short period of time?
If it were an imperial robe from the Qing dynasty, there would be references and comparisons to be made on the market.
But for a Ming dynasty imperial robe, this was the only one one in the entire world.
Of course, counterfeit robes and controversial Ming dynasty robes are not worth mentioning, as they are still available on the market.
“Cough, cough!”
Long Jianfei coughed lightly to break the awkward silence. He looked at Master Huang, “Master Huang Tianqi, you are an expert in ancient clothing. Can you tell us the value of this robe?”
“I dare not appraise it, but I can authenticate it for you and provide some price references!”
Huang Tianqi shot Long Jianfei a helpless glance.
He was at a loss for words.
If you’re this eager to secure the imperial robe, why not set your own price?
Why pass the hot potato to me?
There are other experts on ancient clothing present as well.
“Alright then, Master Huang, please take a closer look!”
Long Jianfei said excitedly.
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He knew that once the authenticity of the imperial robe was confirmed and a price was set, a war without gunpowder would erupt among the major museums.
Of course, no one doubted the authenticity of the robe.
After all, all the other treasures of Li Zicheng were genuine, so it stood to reason that the imperial robe must be genuine as well. Quickly, Huang Tianqi approached the robe and began to examine it up close.
Since there was a protective film covering it, he could not touch it.
After observing it for a while, he had a clear idea that it was indeed an item from the Ming dynasty.
However, it was difficult to determine which period of the Ming dynasty it was from.
Each emperor had their own imperial robe, so it had to fit their size.
A short emperor could not wear oversized clothing, and a tall one could not wear smaller sizes.
“This imperial robe, I believe, may belong to Emperor Chongzhen!”
“This is the highest-ranking imperial robe!”
“Usually, other dynasties’ imperial robes, such as those from the Qing dynasty, would feature 5 or 9 dragons, which represent the supreme authority. However, the Ming dynasty is different. Their imperial robes feature 12 dragons, which is very consistent with this robe!”
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Huang Tianqi circled the robe, stopped, and continued, “Regarding its value, I am not familiar with the market, so I won’t appraise it. However, this cultural relic’s historical significance and the craftsmanship of the robe itself are truly unparalleled!” After saying all that, Huang Tianqi stepped aside.