Giant Enid Blyton book collection set for auction thanks to one woman’s lifelong passion
One of the largest collections of Enid Byton books in the world is set for auction thanks to a lifelong collector whose passion…
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Charles Hanson helps raise thousands for British Heart Foundation
Charles Hanson raised £3,300 for the British Heart Foundation thanks to a charity event – much to the delight of organisers. Charles,…
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‘Collector-maniac’ gran to part with quirky 2,000-strong soap collection – mainly from hotels!
A woman who’s amassed 2,000 bars of soap over 50 years – mainly from hotel bathrooms – is letting her collection slip away.
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What bidders want! Jewellery, period art, stamps and chronometer fly high in April auction
Hansons Auctioneers’ monthly Antiques & Collectors sales bring together an eclectic mix of 1,000-plus lots. Everything from silver and jewellery to clocks and…
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Centuries-old gold coin worth thousands found in pile of old pennies and loose change
A 400-year-old gold coin worth thousands of pounds has been found among a pile of old pennies and loose change from foreign holidays.
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Why a snake has charmed its way into this exceptional Victorian pendant
Snakes may not be the obvious choice for a lover’s gift today but in Victorian times they were a symbol of love.
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‘Phenomenal’ Sir Stirling Moss portrait by renowned F1 artist set for auction
A striking portrait of motor racing legend Sir Stirling Moss by the greatest Formula One artist in the world is set for auction – and…
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Star whiskies to watch in spirits auction from Mortlach to WhistlePig
A rare and highly sought-after Scottish whisky from the renowned Mortlach distillery has surfaced in the form of a 43-year-old expression distilled in…
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Bid now on fine whiskies of pedigree from Springbank Distillery
By Stuart Palmer | Head of Wines, Whisky & Spirits Nestled in the heart of the picturesque coastal town of Campbeltown, the…
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Girl’s Easter egg – treasured for life after wartime warning in 1939 – set for auction
A chocolate egg has survived another Easter unbroken and uneaten – for the 84th time since 1939! The egg was given to nine-year-old…
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TV’s Charles Hanson heading to KENT to find antique treasures
One of TV’s best-known antiques experts is heading to Kent to hunt for antique treasures. Charles Hanson, a regular on Bargain Hunt…
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Striking ring celebrates 19th century Russian leader who sought peace
A Russian gold, enamel and diamond ring featuring the monogram for Alexander II, a pacifist leader who sought peace and aided America, is set…
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Silver, diamonds and gold worthy of coronation celebration are in demand at auction
The King’s Coronation is drawing near and the nation looks set to celebrate in style if the demand for silverware at auction is…
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Norwegian Modernist style shines bright in April 18 jewellery auction
Norway and its artisans have a style all of their own, and it comes to the fore amid a wonderful array of Norwegian…
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Culinary find fit for a king destined to stir up interest – dig out your royal treasures!
Antiques with royal connections come in all shapes and sizes and a recent find demonstrates that literally. A rare 19th century chest…
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3 top lots in May Football Auction – ideal for Barcelona, Villa and Stoke City fans
Sports memorabilia is in hot demand at auction and items related to football are among the most sought after. Here, Head of…
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Wakey wakey! Great grandad’s giant alarm clocks collection stuns antiques expert
A man who’s spent 30 years building an enormous quirky collection of alarm clocks is set to wake bidders from their slumbers at…
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One man’s pride and joy! ‘Astonishing’ Deltic model loco set for auction
One man’s passion for trains sparked the creation of an award-winning model locomotive which has amazed rail buffs for decades – and it’s…
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Embroidery made for Queen Elizabeth’s ‘masterpiece’ coronation gown set for auction
An exquisite piece of floral embroidery made for Queen Elizabeth II’s famous coronation gown in 1953 could sell for thousands of pounds at auction. The…
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What bidders want: 6 top sellers in Hansons’ April Oxfordshire sale
Bidding was as buoyant in the Banbury Fine Art, Antiques & Collectors Auction on April 1. Nearly 350 lots went under the hammer…
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Cardboard box of ‘mum’s pots’ thought to be worth £30 achieves £100,000 at auction
A cardboard box of pots thought to be worth around £30 sold for£100,000 at auction – much to the seller’s amazement. The…
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