They capitalized on exploding Westernization and wealth in Asia brought by a revived economy.
While protesters continued to commit acts of eco-sabotage and portrayed the fur industry as cruel, inhumane and unnecessary in the modern world, celebrities were seen and photographed in mink coats.
During the May 2004 auction, FBI agents went after fur buyers at their hotel rooms and for the auction house, the investigations that followed was a huge blow.
American Legend moved its 2005 auction out of the country to Vancouver, BC.
American Legend officials, earlier this year, have persuaded the Justice Department not to create hurdles, if the auctions moved back to Renton.
In such a recurring profession, many still wonder about its future and it's not an easy business with an uncertain future.
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