Gold Pocket Watch Given to Titanic Rescuer Sir Arthur Rostron Sells for Record £1.56 Million
A gold pocket watch awarded to Sir Arthur Rostron, captain of the RMS Carpathia who rescued Titanic survivors, fetched a record-breaking £1.56 million at auction. The 18-carat Tiffany & Co timepiece was presented by survivors, including widows of wealthy passengers lost in the tragedy, showcasing ongoing fascination with the Titanic disaster. The auction house, Henry Aldridge and Son, indicated that this is the highest price ever for Titanic memorabilia, highlighting the enduring legacy of the 1912 maritime disaster.