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Metallica fans could be rocked by chance to bid on promo violin used in concert
Metallica fans have the chance to bid on a rare promo violin used by the legendary thrash metal band at a major concert.
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Exotic 200-year-old tribal paddle worth thousands found in DERBY – 10,000 miles away from its South Pacific home
A 200-year-old tribal paddle acquired during a Grand Tour of the world has been discovered in Derbyshire – more than 10,000 miles from its South Pacific origins. The paddle, believed to be from Tonga, is dated April 14, 1830 and…
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Century-old Chinese dragon robe set for auction
By Virginia Ewart | Textiles & Fashion Consultant Chinese dragon robes are a form of traditional formal or semi-formal clothing worn by Chinese…
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‘Genius’ classic car that saved Talbot from collapse a century ago up for auction
A RARE classic car that steered Talbot Motors to survival a century ago could sell for tens of thousands of pounds at auction.
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Time to Track The Treasure in your home? Forgotten items can spark a bidding war
A fun quiz I started on Twitter has taken off beyond my wildest dreams and demonstrates why antiques and collectibles are so fascinating –…
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Prototype model of Ford Zephyr steers car enthusiasts down memory lane
If you ever drove or had a ride in a Ford Zephyr a new arrival at Hansons will thrust motoring nostalgia into top gear.
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Vampire-killer kit set for auction reveals potent mix of weapons including dagger, pistol and axe
Fans of the weird and wonderful are expected to come out in force to bid on a vampire-slaying kit set for auction – packed…
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Queen Victoria’s nightie and her daughter Princess Beatrice’s bloomers and toy box discovered in Isle of Wight house
Queen Victoria’s voluminous nightie – measuring 51 inches across the girth – and her daughter Princess Beatrice’s bloomers have been uncovered at a house…
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Prized Dam Busters collection up for auction to help Lancaster Bomber sculpture fly high for WW2 airmen
A woman is parting with her prized collection of Dam Busters memorabilia in a bid to raise funds for an iconic sculpture to honour…
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Own an Ideal rod or Perfect reel? Quality fishing ephemera, equestrian items and taxidermy sought after by bidders
Clay pigeon shooting, horse riding and fishing are popular across Derbyshire and that wealth of rural tradition is something I’m keen to celebrate in…
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Painting of long-lost Derbyshire mansion discovered on century-old plate
Derbyshire is renowned for its magnificent county mansions but not all of them have survived – a fact we were reminded of when this…
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Kindness rewarded by Roald Dahl! Find reveals popularity of Derbyshire man among school pupils – including famous author
Much-loved author Roald Dahl was not a fan of school but a new discovery shows he found a friend during his classroom days in…
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Generals from around the world win auction battle
Ceramics with character, wartime generals and politicians joined forced to spark strong results in August’s Antiques and Collectors Auction. Part of a fine…
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Seller of Charles and Diana wedding cake bought it TWICE – and fears he may bid again at auction!
A unique piece of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer’s 1981 royal wedding cake is set for auction – after the seller bought…
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Embroidery brilliance from 1600s turns ancient Bible into work of art – and it could sell for thousands
A valuable Bible from the 1600s – which resembles a work of art – has been uncovered in a house on the Isle of…
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Ancient gold coin from 1400s – found by metal detectorist – displays beauty of money minted centuries ago
The world may be pushing towards a cashless society but there’s nothing like the feel of real money in your hand – particularly when…
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Striking artwork by Scottish sculptor up for auction – bought on whim by current owner after bidding against himself!
Unique artwork by an internationally-renowned sculptor is set for auction after being bought on a whim by a Derbyshire businessman – who won it…
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Grandson buys ‘UK’s biggest’ gold cross and chain for his NAN – and hopes Tyson Fury will save it from being scrapped
A giant gold crucifix and chain – thought to be the biggest in the UK – is set for auction after a grandson bought…
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World-renowned books expert heading to Stratford in search of auction stars
A books expert who’s built a global reputation for discovering rare and unusual items is heading to Warwickshire in August in search of auction…
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Rare whisky made with love to honour Charles and Diana’s royal wedding could sell for thousands
A rare bottle of whisky made to mark a royal marriage decades ago could sell for thousands of pounds at auction. The bottle…
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Contents of ‘best vintage sweet shop in world’ up for auction as owner sells lifetime of treasures capturing 1940s nostalgia
Every mouth-watering treat from a world-renowned 1940s-style old English sweet shop – described as ‘magical’ by fans – is set to go under the…
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