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Pocket watch ‘used at Battle of Trafalgar’ smashes estimate
A pocket watch believed to have been used during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, one of the most important naval battles in history,…
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Eric Knowles honours mother’s love of social history by parting with clogs collection
TV antiques expert Eric Knowles is parting with his mother’s 40-year-old clog collection and rare historical mugs to honour her love of social history. Eric, a familiar face on shows such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Roadshow, said: “My mother June…
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Ancient posy ring ‘hidden by Sheriff of Nottingham’ sells for phenomenal sum
An ancient gold ring found by a metal detectorist – possibly hidden by the Sheriff of Nottingham centuries ago – has smashed its auction…
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Military treasures linked to Wellington – uncovered in Oxfordshire – sell for thousands
A silver snuff box and military medals presented to a man who fought under the Duke of Wellington centuries ago have sold for thousands of pounds…
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Irish silver spoons made in 1725 scoop success in Staffordshire sale
A trio of Irish silver spoons achieved £2,500 in Hansons’ September sales. The three George I Irish silver Hanoverian pattern dessert spoons with…
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Girl’s 1935 royal chocolates – never eaten on dad’s say so – found under bed after vanishing
A little girl never ate a box of royal souvenir chocolates given to her in 1935 when she was eight years old – because…
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Military treasures found in Oxfordshire belonged to man who fought with Wellington
A silver snuff box and military medals presented to a man who fought under the Duke of Wellington centuries ago have been uncovered in…
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The reel deal! Battle to hook antique fishing tackle sees hammer splash down at £1,300
By Adrian Kinton An antique fishing reel crafted by hand nearly 200 years ago sparked a saleroom battle and grand result for a…
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Stars from Britain’s favourite TV antique shows are hosting free events at Hansons’ salerooms
Antique fascination shines bright and experts renowned for their knowledge are hosting free events at Hansons’ UK-wide salerooms this autumn. Adam Schoon, Eric…
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Pocket watch ‘used by naval officer at ‘Battle of Trafalgar’ set for auction
A pocket watch believed to have been used during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, one of the most important naval battles in…
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Spectacular necklace with 23 emeralds, 16 rubies and diamonds galore ‘worthy of Indian bride’
A breathtakingly ornate necklace, heavy with diamonds, rubies and emeralds, is set for auction. Hansons’ Head of Jewellery Helen Smith said: “It’s so…
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Gamer’s Nintendo 64 controller – found in loft after 25 years – tipped to spark auction windfall
A plumber who kept the Nintendo 64 gaming controller he was given at 14 is set for an auction windfall. In 1998 Liam…
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Ceramics in demand! Humble tableware smashes estimates thanks to growing appeal of 20th century design
A broad range of 20th century ceramics, including porcelain from the 1970s, excelled in September’s Derbyshire Antiques and Collectors Auction. Demand was strong for…
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Hansons launches auction office at Southwell’s Memory Lane Antiques in Nottinghamshire
Hansons Auctioneers has launched an auction office in the historical Nottinghamshire town of Southwell. A Valuation and Consignment Centre has opened at Memory Lane Antiques in…
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Antiques to entice in September Connoisseur Ceramics Auction
Exquisite antique ceramics come to the fore in the September 27 Connoisseur Ceramics Auction. The collectors’ classic includes examples from Bow, Liverpool, Worcester,…
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Chocolate engagement gift from 1938 – treasured for life by ‘angel’- set to melt hearts at auction
An 85-year-old chocolate engagement gift given to an ‘angel’ by her beau is set to demonstrate true romance at auction. The immaculate Little…
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Fancy racing down the ski slopes on a Porsche?
The ultimate boy’s toy has been consigned to auction and it could get you on the slippery slope to a bidding battle. A…
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Discover Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s hidden gems at auction
By Stuart Palmer, Head of Wine, Whisky & Spirits at Hansons Auctioneers When it comes to rare and exceptional Scotch whisky, few Independent…
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Extraordinary journey of Karuizawa whisky from Japan, via Paris, to our saleroom
By Stuart Palmer, Head of Wine, Whisky & Spirits at Hansons Auctioneers In the world of fine spirits, there are tales that transcend…
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Marilyn Monroe, The Beatles, Little Richard, Star Wars and ZZ Top fuel bidding bonanza in Music and Film Auction
An eclectic mix of music and film memorabilia sparked strong bidding at auction – fuelled by a wave of nostalgia for legendary music makers…
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Historical hankies saved from skip decades ago ‘worthy of wiping away finest tear’
Hand-engraved historical handkerchiefs from the 1800s – saved from the skip – are worthy of wiping away the finest tear, according to auction experts.
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