11 Most Expensive Musical Instruments in the World

10. Viola by Gasparo Bertolotti da Salò

This viola was the primary instrument of famous Gasparo Bertolotti da Salò through his career. This instrument’s tonal quality surpassed the violinist’s talent and created a unique sound; one of the main reasons for success of New York Philharmonic Orchestra. The viola is not a typical front instrument of the orchestra, and that made the sensation bigger and more important. Upon the death of the famous virtuoso in 2004, the instrument remained in the possession of the Kates family, and was sold at an auction for $542,500.

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