In the previous post we reported how young violinist David Garrett fell on his priceless 18th-century fiddle after a Barbican concert, breaking it almost beyond repair.

The instrument was so badly damaged that even with an estimated £60,000 ($120,000) repair bill, the Guadagnini — which cost him $1million five years ago — may never sound the same again.

Now has had some unexpected luck. Copies of his album of Tchaikovsky’s violin concertos, which feature the last recordings of the violin, are changing hands for up to £425 ($850) on Amazon.

Before the accident, the DVD was selling for just £10 ($20).

As they say, it’s an ill wind …

Even so, I doubt it compensates for the loss of such a rare violin.