Items that went under the hammer included Mercury’s Yahama grand piano and a silver Tiffany & Co moustache comb, which sold for $189,000, greatly surpassing its pre-auction estimate of $500 to $750.

In the meantime, investing in a quality fine-toothed moustache comb is a great idea. It’s perfect for creating that subtle centre part that defines a well-groomed moustache, but be sure to brush ...