Created in the 18th century and given as a gift to a great ruler, it was reclaimed by compatriots of the original owner and moved during World War II. Then it disappeared. What is this still-missing work of art that was once called "the eighth wonder of the world"?

peasypod

Wouldn't be the Amber Room perhaps? Jul 05 05, 8:43 PM

peasypod

Seems to fit the description... http://www.soccerphile.com/soccerphile/wc2006/culture/amber-room.html Jul 05 05, 8:47 PM

lanfranco

Yay, peasy! Any idea where it is? Jul 05 05, 8:48 PM

peasypod

I'm having it secretly imported to put amongst my extensive renovations taking place in my restaurant....A private room for VIP's... Jul 05 05, 8:59 PM

lanfranco

Hope it looks like this. (Thought I'd provide an illustration.) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amber_Room Jul 05 05, 9:19 PM

peasypod

Oh yes. I found some loose change behind the back of one of the fridges and thought 'What the heck...' Jul 05 05, 9:32 PM

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