Rare Champagne from Diana and Charles's Wedding Heads to Auction
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A single bottle of champagne created for the 1981 wedding of Princess Diana and King Charles III will be auctioned next week. The bottle is one of only twelve ever made.
The champagne is a Dom Pérignon 1961, a prestigious vintage. Bruun Rasmussen, the auction house handling the sale, expects it to sell for a large sum due to its rarity and historical link.
The royal wedding was a global event, watched by hundreds of millions. This bottle is a direct keepsake from the ceremony, making it highly desirable to collectors.
The auction will take place on May 28. It offers a unique chance to own a tangible piece of modern royal history.