Most people wouldn’t even consider paying in the thousands for a piece of wedding cake, especially not one that’s over 40 years old.
But, if it were a slice from one of the most famous weddings in history, and one made for none other than Princess Diana and Prince (now King) Charles, monarchists and Lady Di fans’ ears might start to perk up.
This was the case for one man from Leeds, Mr Gerry Layton.
Last year, Layton purchased the preserved piece, originally given to Moyra Smith, a member of the Queen Mother’s household for £1,850, almost R40 000 per Yorkshire Post.
The piece, which is said to be large, kitted out with the royal coat of arms and covered in marzipan, has been on quite a journey (thankfully not an edible one).
According to the publication, Layton believes it is worth every penny, so much so that he donated it to a Children’s Hospice in May this year before buying it back to auction it again – this time for around £3,000 or £4,000 (between R60 000 and R80 000).
Layton said that his plans for the prized piece (one of many collectables for the private collector) are for it to go to his estate which will go to charity after he dies. One of the charities will include Centrepoint where Princess Diana was a supporter and patron, recalls USA Today.
As per Royal Centre, Layton added: “I think I’m the only person in the world ever to have bought the same item at auction twice within a year, and both times for around the same price,” he said. “But they are such a worthy charity and they are in my will anyway.”
He also shared that he had considered taking a bite of the precious piece, although we aren’t entirely sure how that would go down.
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