Titanic Movie Violin Set for £60,000 Auction

A violin used in James Cameron's iconic film 'Titanic' is set to be auctioned by Henry Aldridge and Son for an estimated price of £60,000 (over $77,000) on April 26. This prop violin is famously associated with the poignant scene where bandleader Wallace Hartley and his musicians played 'Nearer My God To Thee' as the ship sank in 1912. The original violin played by Hartley during the actual sinking was sold for £900,000 in 2013, highlighting the collectible's significance. Auctioneer Andrew Aldridge described the movie violin as a 'true piece of movie history' that appeals to both Titanic and memorabilia collectors. The violin comes with a signed certificate of authenticity and has been held by a private collector since its last auction. The movie, released in 1997, has left a lasting cultural impact and remains one of the highest-grossing films of all time.