Thursday, October 28, 2010

Tony Curtis and Tutankhamun: coffin hoarders

Hoarders: Tony Curtis and Tutankhamun.
Hoarders: Tony Curtis and Tutankhamun. Photograph: Composite
Tony Curtis was buried on Monday with many of his earthly possessions, according to the Las Vegas Sun. But how does he compare with that other famous tomb hoarder?
Tony Curtis
His Stetson hat.
Seven packets of Splenda.
An iPhone.
A travelling bag packed full of favourite photos and letters.
A model of his 25th-anniversary Trans Am.
Driving gloves.
Cash.
A pair of his grandson Nicholas's baby shoes.
Two watches.
Stones he had collected.
Tutankhamun
139 ebony, ivory, silver and gold walking sticks.
Musical instruments.
Lamps.
Six chariots.
Two thrones.
Ritual beds and headrests.
Gilded statues. Chests.
Clothing, including tunics, kilts, gloves, scarves and headdresses.
Ebony gaming board.
30 jars of wine.

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