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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,183 including buyer’s premium (middle half $678–$1,368, n=6). The auction record is $4,432 for A village roup (2010, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"James Watterson Herald value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}