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Artefact bearing coat of arms of family hit by ‘hideous’ execution in 1300s unearthed
An important Medieval artefact displaying the coat of arms of a family hit by treason and execution of the most hideous kind is coming…
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Why forgotten finds in attics, drawers and under the stairs turn into auction stars
I hope you’re set to enjoy a reasonably happy Easter – despite the lockdown – and I trust some chocolate comes your way. Our lives…
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‘World’s best Humber car collection’ – awash with royal pedigree – up for auction
It’s the hardest thing he’s ever had to do but a classic car devotee is parting with the ‘world’s best collection’ of 16 vintage Humber…
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Hansons temporarily closes salerooms to public
The coronavirus Covid-19 epidemic has forced Derbyshire’s Hansons Auctioneers to close its doors to the public for the first time ever. On March 23, Charles…
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Magazine offer: Perfect time to discover antiques
We’ve all got some unexpected time on our hands – it’s the ideal opportunity to understand antiques and art like the experts. That’s…
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Charles Hanson’s auction in garden shed raises tens of thousands for NHS
A charity auction broadcast from a garden shed in lockdown by TV personality Charles Hanson has raised around £36,000 for the NHS. Charles, an auctioneer,…
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Bag a touch of vintage luxury at an affordable price
Designer handbags are making a glamorous appearance in our upcoming sales – and not for the first time. Vintage fashion and accessories are a growing…
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How to bid and take part in Charles Hanson’s charity auction for NHS heroes
Incredible donations are flooding in from both the general public and celebrities for a charity auction to raise money for the NHS. Charles Hanson plans…
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Drew Pritchard and Duke of Devonshire among many famous faces to pledge NHS Auction lots
Celebrities and members of the public are flocking to support a charity auction due to take place in lockdown from a garden shed to…
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Charles Hanson: Why I simply had to do something to help the NHS fight coronavirus
Normality is on hold, the world is in turmoil and our lives may never be the same again – but I’m determined to do my…
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Charles Hanson to broadcast charity auction from garden shed to help NHS heroes fight coronavirus
TV antiques expert Charles Hanson is set to broadcast a live charity auction in lockdown from his garden shed to help Britain’s NHS…
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Original Game of Thrones script bought at pub could sell for thousands
Game of Thrones fans across the world have the chance to own an autographed script from the award-winning TV series loved by millions. A…
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‘Incredible’ Rolling Stones letter made teen’s day in 1964 – and her forgotten treasure could sell for thousands
The Rolling Stones rocked a teenager’s world in 1964 when they sent her a treasure beyond most fans’ wildest dreams. Zena Hutton (nee Eldridge),…
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Vast private Royal Worcester porcelain collection – gathered over 30 years – for sale in March
A woman is parting with her vast and eclectic collection of Royal Worcester porcelain together with wall paintings by artists who decorated the…
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Oh Boy George! Ivor Novello award for worldwide smash Karma Chameleon up for auction
Music fans have the chance to buy an Ivor Novello Award presented to Culture Club for a 1980s smash hit that became one of the…
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The beauty who stole D H Lawrence’s heart: postcard from 1910 found under bed rekindles love story
A postcard sent by famous author D H Lawrence to a woman he fell head over heels in love with more than 100 years ago…
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Owl and shoe-inspiration – the quirky but oh so stylish Victorians
The Victorians did things in style and our Spring Fine Art Auction has revealed some gems to demonstrate that. A rare, late Victorian silver topped…
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Lifetime of world travel celebrated in one man’s fascinating collection
Colourful, eclectic and exotic collectables, gathered over 30 years by Burton man David Widdowson during his travels around the world, are coming up for…
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Rare artworks found in cottage soar to success at London auction
A painting by one of Canada’s greatest artists – found in a Surrey cottage – swept to success at a Hansons London auction. An evocative…
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Experts known for Star Wars finds are coming to Leicestershire to find more
Auction experts who’ve uncovered Star Wars toys worth tens of thousands of pounds in Leicestershire are heading to the county to hunt out more…
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Vintage Cartier brooch epitomises style of a bygone era
Elegance and style hit heady heights in the 1940s and 50s and this dazzling Cartier brooch epitomises that perfectly. It was among a host of…
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