Two years ago, a stroke of luck made one woman an unexpected fortune on the hit TV show “Affaire conclue.”
In an event that stunned viewers and set a new benchmark, a woman who had scooped up an item for €150 at a flea market managed to sell it for an astonishing sum of over €100,000 on the popular France 2 program. This sale not only left the audience of France Télévision speechless but also established an all-time record for the beloved show.
A Mirror Worth More Than Gold
The star of this remarkable story was a beautiful mirror, crafted by the famed artist Line Vautrin. Coralie, the seller, initially brought the mirror to the show for an appraisal, little knowing its true worth. The show’s format, hosted at the time by Sophie Davant (and now by Julie Vignali), allows participants to have their items valued by experts.
Expecting nothing out of the ordinary, Coralie was floored when told her mirror could fetch at least €6,000—a figure far beyond her expectations. However, the real shock came during the auction.
An Auction Battle for the Ages
In the auction room, a bidding war erupted between two determined buyers, Benoît Charradeau and Damien Tison. With each bid, the price soared, under the watchful eye of Caroline Margeridon, acting as the auctioneer. The duel ended with Charradeau securing the coveted mirror for an eye-watering €127,000, smashing the previous show record of €21,000, held by a Napoleon bust bought by Margeridon herself in April 2020.
“Affaire Conclue”: A Continued Success
Two years after this monumental sale, “Affaire conclue” remains a staple of French television. The show consistently draws between 1 and 2 million viewers. However, it recently underwent a significant change with the departure of its long-standing host, Sophie Davant, replaced by Julie Vignali after six years. How this transition affects the show’s popularity remains to be seen.
The Show’s Winning Formula
“Affaire conclue” invites the French public to auction their items in front of a live audience. Participants share their stories, and an auctioneer provides historical context and an initial valuation. A panel of five potential buyers then bid on the items, with sellers receiving immediate payment if a deal is struck.
Coralie’s extraordinary sale is a testament to the unpredictable and thrilling nature of “Affaire conclue,” proving that sometimes, hidden treasures can transform fortunes overnight.
