Pie dish from 1870 sells for thousands in ‘phenomenal’ ceramics auction
Dr Richard Halliday, Head of Curated Ceramics, shares top lots in what he describes as a ‘phenomenal ceramics sale’, held on September 14,…
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Throne used by King of Clubs Peter Stringfellow set for auction – complete with marks left by his rings
A throne which once seated King of Clubs Peter Stringfellow is set for auction and comes complete with tell-tale marks left by the…
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Join a recipe for success – Georgian food cooked up in a Georgian mansion with celebrity chef Nigel Brown
Yorkshire celebrity chef Nigel Brown has teamed up with Charles Hanson, owner of Hansons Auctioneers, to cook up an historical treat for food…
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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…
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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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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…
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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…
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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 –…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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