5. The Christian Hammer Violin by Stradivari
The fifth spot on our list of the most expensive musical instruments in the world is occupied by the Christian Hammer Violin. This violin dates from 1707, the golden period of famous Italian luthier Stradivari. It is named after its first recorded owner, a Swedish Collector Christian Hammer. This exquisite instrument was sold for the unbelievable amount of $3,54 million at auction in 2006, to an anonymous bidder.
