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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,978 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,746–$4,063, n=24). The auction record is $69,850 for Grand Tetons (2019, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Minor White value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}