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…
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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…
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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…
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Diamond gift from Queen Victoria sparkles in Oxfordshire auction
A diamond brooch given to a maid of honour who served Queen Victoria delivered a grand result at auction in Oxfordshire. The brooch,…
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Become Flexible Flyer on snowy slopes with classic vintage sled!
Snow sparks sledging fun and if you want to race through a winter wonderland in style this vintage Airline Racer Flexible Flyer could…
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Two original paintings by renowned equestrian artist Daniel Crane gallop into January sales
Important original paintings by Daniel Crane, one of the world’s leading equestrian artists, are set for auction in January. Daniel’s work is coveted by…
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JK Rowling’s SPECIAL message made little girl’s day – and could be ultimate Christmas gift for Harry Potter fan
An exceptionally special message written for an excited little girl by JK Rowling decades ago has been discovered in a Harry Potter…
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Special auction raises thousands of pounds to help save lives in Derby
special auction to help save lives in Derby and across the county has raised thousands of pounds. Hansons Auctioneers hosted the fundraiser…
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6 glittering jewellery lots to tempt you in December’s Oxfordshire Fine Art Auction
Christmas treats are in store at our Oxfordshire saleroom – with aquamarines and diamonds lighting up the auction room. The December…
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‘Rarest Harry Potter book ever seen’ – found in loft – could deliver magical result at auction
A Harry Potter-mad teenager won the rarest Potter book ever seen by a books expert – and it could deliver a magical result…
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5 top lots in Oxfordshire Auction including Queen Victoria brooch brimming with diamonds
A diamond-set brooch featuring a portrait of a young Queen Victoria as is set to dazzle antique jewellery lovers at auction in December. The item,…
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Designer timepieces set for auction remind us of Europe’s rich watch-making pedigree
Luxury designer watches do more than tell the time – they remind us off the ingenuity, passion and pedigree of makers from centuries…
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Double Diamond works wonders to honour Burton-on-Trent’s brewing heritage
Double Diamond works wonders as anyone old enough to recall the famous beer’s 1970s advertising campaign will know. Advertising is key to…
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Georgian discoveries excel in ‘highly successful’ Curated Ceramics Auction
Jewels from the Georgian era sparked strong bidding in Hansons Auctioneers’ December (2022) Curated Ceramics Auction. Ceramics consultant and sale manager Dr…
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Flower power blossoms at Hansons London as painting sells for 42 times estimate
A floral painting blossomed to sell for more than 40 times its estimate at Hansons London. A large (150cm x 150cm) 20th…
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We’ve Only Just Begun to grasp deep affection for Carpenters’ memorabilia
The Carpenters are remembered fondly by millions of music fans and a rare piece of memorabilia relating to the brother and sister musical…
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Why a special bottle of whisky could deliver cheer way beyond Christmas
The auction room gasped in October 2018 when iconic artist Banksy pulled off his most audacious stunt to date. As the hammer fell…
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5 lots to unleash childhood nostalgia in Christmas sale – chosen by dolls expert Janet Rawnsley
Childhood nostalgia comes to the fore in Hansons’ November 30 Christmas Splendour Sale of Vintage Toys: Dolls, Dolls House and Teddy Bears…
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Watch given by King of Rock ‘n’ Roll Elvis Presley to his best man and lifelong friend set for auction
A unique watch gifted by King of Rock ‘n’ Roll Elvis Presley to close friend Marty Lacker to mark the star’s wedding…
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Symbol of rock! Motorhead’s original Warpig artwork up for auction – the only one in the world
Rock fans have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bag the ultimate piece of heavy metal memorabilia at auction – the original artwork used to…
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Collector’s paradise! 16th century cottage brims with antiques, modern treasures and quirky curios
Sometimes you walk into a home and immediately feel mesmerised – such is the feast of antiques and curios on display, writes Charles…
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