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Iconic Artifacts of KFC Founder Colonel Sanders to be Auctioned

KFC founder Harland Sanders' personal items, including his pressure cooker and bow tie, are set to be auctioned. Discover the full collection.

Editorial Desk

July 28, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — An upcoming auction will feature a collection of personal items belonging to Harland Sanders, the founder of KFC. The auction will include Sanders’ pressure cooker, black bow tie, — and numerous other personal artifacts.

The items, which offer a glimpse into the life of the man behind the iconic fried chicken franchise, are expected to attract significant interest from collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Among the items up for auction are Sanders’ pressure cooker, a tool he used in the early days of his culinary career, and his distinctive black bow tie, a signature part of his public persona.

The auction presents a unique opportunity for fans of KFC and collectors of culinary memorabilia to own a piece of gastronomy history.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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