After high drama, Mahatma Gandhi’s five personal items, including the iconic round eye glasses, finally went under the hammer and were bought for $1.8 million by Indian businessman Vijay Mallya.

The US sale of the national leader’s glasses, sandals, watch and bowl had caused an outcry in Gandhi’s homeland.

The Indian government said the auction was an insult and wanted to claim the items back. Bidding descended into disarray when the auction was called off moments after the sale had started.