It was international news in November 2005 when Rare Coin Wholesalers, Inc. purchased the fabled King of Siam set for a record $8.5 million in Beverly Hills, California. From left to right: Steven L. Contursi and Todd Griffiths of RCW and Donn Pearlman. The gold, silver and copper coins are in front of them with the original leather and velvet presentation case. The legendary coin set was originally presented in 1836 to the King of Siam as a diplomatic gift on behalf of President Andrew Jackson. Photo credit: Peter Cabral