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Tommy Cooper fezzes found ‘just like that!’ in Norfolk could sell for magical amount
Fezzes worn and signed by legendary magician Tommy Cooper could sell for thousand at auction after appearing in Norfolk – just like that!…
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Star Wars Stilt Monster props – dreamt up by George Lucas for 1977 film – set for auction
Giant chicken leg stilts used in the original 1977 Star Wars film are set for auction offering collectors a chance to stand out from the crowd. The stilts, one of the quirkiest finds ever made by Hansons Auctioneers, were used by…
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Surreal! Forgotten Salvador Dalí treasures found in garage after 50 years
A treasure trove of 10 lithographs signed by renowned Spanish surrealist Salvador Dalí has been discovered in a London garage. The haul also includes…
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Lots to love in Bishton’s Autumn Toys and Textiles Auction – plus preview invitation
A stunning array of dolls, teddies, toys and vintage/designer clothes and textiles come to auction in September – and you can see them at…
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Belfast composer’s ‘pride and joy’ Victorian Staffordshire figures set for auction
More than 150 Victorian Staffordshire portrait figures, gathered over a lifetime by a Belfast music teacher and composer, are set for auction.
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Suffering of British families with loved ones on Titanic revealed by newspaper found in wardrobe after 112 years
The terrible suffering of British families with loved ones on the Titanic has been brought home by the discovery of a newspaper published after…
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Air hostess’s Concorde and royal memorabilia takes off at auction
Concorde, celebrity and royal memorabilia amassed by an air hostess has taken off at auction – flying high above expectations. Star autographs and…
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One man’s curious curios stun world – and the best is still to come
Thousands of curios amassed over 50 years by award-winning toy designer Patricks Rylands have been delighting bidders at Hansons Auctioneers – and one…
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Ceramics excel with Aynsley collection hammering at £700 – nine times its estimate
Ceramics are consistently excelling under the hammer surpassing estimates and sparking strong bidding. Tableware collections big and large, some with modest estimates under…
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Magic of Devlin captured in striking 1970s silver bowl
A shining example of Stuart Devlin’s gilt and silversmith artistry is tipped to excel at auction. An elaborate and rare 1970s centrepiece bowl…
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Lots that excelled in Hansons’ summer Wine, Whisky and Spirits Auction
By Stuart Palmer | Head of Wine, Whisky & Spirits Connoisseurs and collectors were captivated by beverages on offer in Hansons’ August 2024…
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Royal textiles meant for king’s coronation found in skip
Royal textiles made for a king’s coronation in 1937 – found in a skip – have stunned auction experts after turning up in New…
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It’s surreal! Forgotten Salvador Dalí treasures found in garage after 50 years
A treasure trove of 10 lithographs signed by renowned Spanish surrealist Salvador Dalí have been discovered in a London garage. The haul also includes…
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Glittering star lots in August 15 jewellery sale – chosen by our expert
Beautiful jewellery abounds in Hansons’ August 15 Jewellery, Silver and Watches auction. Here Head of Jewellery Helen Smith picks out four of her favourite…
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Top lots to entice collectors in August ceramics sale – chosen by our expert
A rich array of ceramic treasures from ravishing Moorcroft Mediterranean pieces to striking figures and dinner services will delight collectors in Hansons’ August 16…
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Flamboyant Flemish cabinet combines artist and artisan skills
Art and furniture-making are a marriage made in heaven in this dramatic cabinet – a work of art in itself. It was created…
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When tea for two can make you £640 richer! Ceramics in hot demand
If you ever thought a couple of vintage cups and saucers can’t be worth much think again. You may not have a home…
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Unique auction find from 1895 – stuck in Derby drawer for decades – snapped up by London museum
A unique military tailor’s pattern book from 1895 – stuffed in a Derby drawer for decades – is set for public display at a…
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Gold rush! Chunky gold jewellery dominates top lots as demand increases
In unsettled economic times gold has always provided solace for investors and auction results show demand for this important precious metal is strengthening.
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Farm scene by famous Victorian artist Walter Hunt uncovered in Stoke home
A painting by renowned British artist Walter Hunt is tipped to spark a bidding war after being discovered in a Staffordshire house. The quintessentially English…
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Queen’s mints for take-off! Air hostess’s fascinating Concorde/BA memorabilia set for auction
Celebrity and royalty-packed memorabilia collected aboard Concorde – the world’s first commercial supersonic airliner – and royal flights has been uncovered. The…
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