A collection of artifacts related to President Abraham Lincoln, including his blood-stained gloves, was sold at auction for $7.9 million to settle a debt. The auction featured 144 items, with the gloves fetching $1.52 million. Other notable items included handkerchiefs and a 'Wanted' poster linked to Lincoln's assassination. A controversial stovepipe hat, once appraised at $6 million, was not included in the auction. The Lincoln Presidential Foundation had previously purchased a large collection to enhance its museum's offerings, but fundraising challenges led to the sale of some items. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)