John Jacob Astor IV was thus born into the upper echelons ... and a golden pocket watch (Astor’s watch would later sell for $1.46 million at auction in 2024). Though some reports said his ...

In addition to being very close to each other, John Jacob Astor IV was exceptionally close to him as well. The wealthy and powerful Astor has amassed his wealth through various businesses including ...

John Jacob Astor IV was one of the wealthiest people in the world when he ... He was wearing a dinner suit and holding a personalized pocket watch. Nearly two weeks after the Titanic sank, The New ...