3. Vieuxtemps Violin by Giuseppe Guarneri
The Vieuxtemps Violin was built around 1741 by renowned Italian luthier Giuseppe Guarneri; a Stradivari’s opposite and competition, but a good friend. This instrument was one of the last from Guarneri, and the name dates from the first owner, violinist Henri Vieuxtemps. This violin was sold for incredible $16 million, earning a solid third place on our list of most expensive musical instruments in the world.
