Bares für Rares sparks fan buzz with vintage photo, rare Murano aquarium and music‑box auction

Long‑time ZDF treasure‑hunt show Bares für Rares generated several fan‑focused stories. Expert Dr Heide Rezepa‑Zabel posted an early‑1990s photograph showing herself with short hair, no glasses and her eldest daughter on her arm. The image, taken around her first Mother’s Day, surprised viewers who barely recognised the now‑60‑year‑old presenter.

Host Horst Lichter expressed enthusiasm for a Murano‑glass aquarium that appeared on a recent episode. He described the piece as “absolutely the hammer” after a flashlight revealed its details. The aquarium, signed by glass artist Gino Cenedese and dated 1972, was valued well above the €400 asking price.

In another segment, senior contestant Brigitte Zeiffer from Wuppertal presented a century‑old music‑box Christmas‑tree stand. Experts estimated its worth at €600‑800, but dealers’ bids fell to €150, far below her €800 wish price, leaving her disappointed but appreciative of the exposure.