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Buckle up to explore major button collection dating from 1900s to 1950s
Antique and vintage buttons of all shapes and sizes – plus antique buckles – are set for auction offering an eclectic mix for collectors.
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Extraordinary collection of classic cars – discovered in barn – like ‘secret motoring museum’
It’s the stuff of dreams for any motoring enthusiast. An incredible array of classic cars has been uncovered in a Midlands barn, writes Charles Hanson. And aside from the inevitable layers of dust which have settled over time, all are…
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Queen Victoria paintings – found in cottage – show colourful side of woman in black
Two original paintings by Queen Victoria which showcase her artistic talent – and love of colour – have been discovered in a cottage brimming…
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Could designer fashions in your wardrobe fund summer fun? Turn chilly winter days into auction treasure hunts
Here, Hansons’ Textiles and Fashion consultant Virginia Ewart offers inspiration to turn unwanted vintage clothing and textiles into cash. When you’re stuck indoors…
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Dream of owning a Ferrari or Porsche? Two phenomenal single-owner toy collections offer plethora of riches
Make a Ferrari or Porsche your own in an exceptional two-day toy sale celebrating two major toy collections. The January 24-25 auction event…
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Delve into your attic! Your vintage toybox finds could net you hundreds of pounds
Hansons’ dolls, teddy bear specialist Janet Rawnsley advises on the childhood toys that could pave the way to an auction windfall. The rise…
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Spellbound by auction excitement as star lot gives 2023 sales unbelievable start
Sometimes auction results leave you a little shell-shocked, shaken and stirred – especially when you’re the man wielding the gavel in the first sale…
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Unique Cognac set for auction – the only bottle in the world – even has its own name
A heaven-sent bottle of Maison Bisquit Cognac could spark a bidding frenzy among collectors keen to secure a unique investment. To underline its importance…
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Make your escape in a very cool camper with army credentials!
If you fantasise abut escaping the not so great British winter, huge energy bills and rising food prices perhaps it’s time to make your…
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Chinese bronze of emperor – missing a sword – sparks intense auction battle and jaw-dropping result
A centuries-old figure of a renowned Chinese emperor sparked a worldwide auction bidding battle – and jaw-dropping result. Some 11 phone bidders and…
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Discovery of Queen Victoria’s letter box – with Christmas card inside – highlights importance of flagging festive tradition
The discovery of Queen Victoria’s royal post box – with a festive card inside – has underlined the importance of preserving Christmas traditions as…
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Hot auction lots! The everyday items in most homes that could bag you cash in 2023
Fed up with soaring inflation and sky-high energy bills? If the answer’s yes there’ s a way to beat the January blues – and…
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Could your military memorabilia unleash a windfall to beat the January blues? Find out at free Staffordshire event
If medals or military memorabilia are gathering dust at home a free event could unleash a new year windfall. On Wednesday, January 18,…
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Railway engineer’s ‘extraordinary’ Chinese treasures gathered a century ago set for auction
An extraordinary collection of Chinese ceramics, bronzes and works of art is set for auction (Jan 9, 2023) thanks to a railway engineer’s eye…
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‘Pristine’ Winston Churchill cigar given to RAF doctor 60 years ago set for auction
A cigar given by Sir Winston Churchill to an RAF doctor who helped him after he broke his leg in France could sell for…
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Scotland’s finest celebrated as Sean Connery blends whisky with James Bond appeal
Movie legend Sean Connery has unwittingly created the ultimate Scottish collector’s item thanks to his connection to a rare whisky coming to auction.
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Militaria specialist joins team of valuers at Staffordshire saleroom Bishton Hall
Militaria specialist Nick Thompson has joined the team of valuers at Hansons’ Staffordshire saleroom Bishton Hall. And from January 2023 he will be…
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Boy’s portrait from 1626 could sell for tens of thousands after being found in cottage
A forgotten 400-year-old portrait of a boy in an elaborate full-length gown has been discovered hidden away in a Surrey cottage. The painting,…
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Feast of fine antique clocks set for auction offer chance to celebrate craftsmanship and ingenuity
As midnight approaches on New Year’s Eve millions of eyes will be on Big Ben and a multitude clocks and watches as we count…
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Antique and vintage jewellery on course to sail to saleroom victory in 2023
If Hansons had to make an auction prediction for 2023 it would be that all types of jewellery – vintage and antique – will achieve…
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Charles Hanson to lead Dinky Doors auction to help homeless in Cambridge
Celebrity auctioneer Charles Hanson is set to auction eight Dinky Doors Dinky Presents – hidden around Cambridge’s Grand Arcade – to help people living…
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