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Over the last 24 months the median price was $117 including buyer’s premium (middle half $62–$200, n=16). The auction record is $1,310 for Soldier (2026, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Diek Grobler value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}