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Experts identified it as a rare ceremonial ornament from Rapa Nui.
Despite its missing head, fierce bidding drove up its value.
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New York Mayor Mamdani under fire for attending October 7 vigil
British collector paid under £100 for pendant; it later sold for £75,800
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Israel drastically reduces British diplomatic presence in Jerusalem
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