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…
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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.
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Ancient ‘Musketeers-style’ sword – found on rubbish dump – set to spark auction duel
A centuries-old duelling sword worthy of The Three Musketeers – rescued from a rubbish dump in wartime – has stunned antiques experts…
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Top lots in Hansons’ August Wine, Whisky & Spirits sale – chosen by expert Stuart Palmer
By Stuart Palmer | Head of Wine, Whisky & Spirits We are thrilled to present the highlights of our upcoming Bishton Hall…
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Vintage designer bags in the closet? Luxury goods are in high demand
By Virginia Ewart | Fashion & Textile Consultant The luxury resale market is one of the fastest growing industries as the…
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Heirlooms at home? Derbyshire antiques expert ready for Belper treasure hunt
A Derbyshire man renowned for his antiques passion is set to share his knowledge with the people of Belper. Karl Martin, valuer…
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Childhood Pokémon collection found in Staffordshire could achieve thousands at auction
Hundreds of Pokémon cards collected in childhood could achieve £2,000 at auction after being discovered in Staffordshire. Vintage trading cards are bringing a…
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This sweet collection will get tongs wagging
You can never have too many sugar tongs but this collection still stirred up a sweet surprise. Hansons Auctioneers’ valuer Edwyn Pym was…
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Dolphin found in Derbyshire destined to swim into bidders’ hearts
An iconic dolphin sculpture by one of Britain’s most highly regarded artists has dived into my heart after being discovered in Derbyshire, and…
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Dish spotted on sideboard is ancient treasure worth thousands
A decorative dish – spotted on a sideboard – could achieve a five-figure sum at auction after turning out to be a centuries-old antique…
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Legendary Blues fan to part with ‘world’s best Manchester City match shirt collection’ – and it could make £1m
A lifelong Manchester City fanatic is parting with his legendary Blues football shirts collection – believed to be the best in the…
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Tune into iconic vintage radios in collectors’ dream sale
Vintage radios galore will get bidders tuning into a Derbyshire auction – and the most valuable could achieve more than £1,000. More…
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What collectors want! Ceramics in demand from Worcester and Wedgwood to Royal Crown Derby
Ceramics are setting the saleroom alight at Hansons Auctioneers, consistently smashing estimates. Here ceramics valuer Robert Churchill reveals the highlight’s of July’s monthly…
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Great Escape hero’s WW2 pocket book found in Midlands house clearance
A 1939 pocket book belonging to a World War Two Great Escape hero is set for auction after being found during a Midlands house…
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Lot to watch: Pig-inspired weather vane could bring home the bacon
By Adrian Kinton (pictured with Charles Hanson) This early 20th century weathervane set for auction on July 23 reminded me of a…
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Music Auction finds! Vintage jukeboxes capture heady mix of music and nostalgia
Music and iconic 20th century design are a powerful combination in the world of antiques and the jukebox is an invention that tunes into…
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Gentlemen’s ‘Summer 1895’ fashion revealed by discovery of master tailor’s pattern book
What the best dressed men and women were wearing in the summer of 1895 has been revealed by the discovery of a tailor’s…
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The art of healing WW1 soldiers revealed by 1917 nurse’s album – found in locked trunk after 100 years
The discovery of an album kept by a First World War nurse has shed light on therapies used to help shell-shocked soldiers a century…
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Ready for your Antiques Roadshow moment? Famous TV expert to host treasure hunts in Staffordshire and Derbyshire
One of Britain’s best known antiques experts is coming to Staffordshire and Derbyshire in a bid to uncover some jaw-dropping finds. Antiques…
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Star ceramic lots in July sale – chosen by our expert Robert Churchill
A glorious mixture of ceramics are offered every month in Hansons’ four-day Derby Antiques & Collectors sales. Here ceramics valuer Robert Churchill…
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