This one special item fetched a huge amount of money when it went to auction and it’s retained the title of most expensive antique ever since. The world of antiques is filled with rare treasures, but none have reached the astronomical price tag of this item.

The Pinner Qing Dynasty Vase is an 18th-century Chinese porcelain piece, holding the record for the most expensive antique ever sold. This vase, adorned with intricate floral designs and vibrant colors, was discovered in a modest home in Pinner, London. It fetched an astounding $80.2 million (£62.2 million) at a 2010 auction.