
Sotheby’s Postpones Auction of Buddha’s Sacred Relics After Legal Threat from Indian Government
May 8, 2025 — Hong Kong — In a significant development, Sotheby’s has decided to postpone the auction of sacred relics associated with the Buddha, following a legal threat from the Indian government. The auction, which was originally scheduled for May 7, 2025, was set to feature hundreds of gemstones believed to be linked to…