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Signed Ronnie Wood guitar – swapped for Tommy Cooper’s playing cards – could sell for thousands
A guitar signed – and believed to be once owned – by Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood could sell for thousands of pounds at…
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Find worthy of Robin Hood! Ancient Sheriff of Nottingham ring – found by metal detectorist – could sell for thousands
A find legendary outlaw Robin Hood would have loved to have made has been unearthed by a metal detectorist – the Sheriff of Nottingham’s gold signet ring. The 350-year-old high-carat gold ring, which displays the coat of arms of the…
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Wartime survivor from occupied Poland reminds us why gold prices will always fly high
War and tough economic times dominate world news but a recent find reminded us that history repeats itself, bad times pass – and gold…
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It’s Now or Never if you want to buy this Elvis number plate
I was all shook up when I spotted an Elvis number plate in our March 28 Music and Film Memorabilia Auction, writes Charles…
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Boy, 10, digs up ‘astounding’ metal detecting find dating back 800 years – and now it’s set for auction
A medieval priory seal matrix used by priests centuries ago has been dug up by a 10-year-old metal detectorist – and trumps anything his…
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Does Wayne Rooney deserve a place of honour on your wall?
If Derby County manager Wayne Rooney has won your heart as he battles to save the Rams from relegation, perhaps he deserves a place…
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Chance to treasure Derbyshire history as FOUR Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide balls head to auction
Four Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide balls – including one from 1906 – are set for auction in March offering a rare opportunity to own a…
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Free monthly antique valuation events in NOTTS
If you’ve always wondered what that antique treasure, quirky collectable or piece of jewellery might be worth you can find out for free in…
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Free monthly antique valuations at Cavendish Hall on Derbyshire’s Chatsworth Estate
If you’ve always wondered what that antique treasure, quirky collectable or piece of jewellery might be worth you can find out for free in…
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Saxophone believed to once belong to rock legend David Bowie set for auction
A saxophone understood to have belonged to legendary rock star David Bowie is heading to auction – putting keen fans under pressure to bid.
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Royal toast, cake or bloomers in the closet? Let’s spread some cheer and celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee milestone
Amid the chaos and conflict of recent times we have something wonderful to celebrate in 2022 – the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Queen Elizabeth…
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Pristine Harry Potter first edition – unread and kept in darkness for 25 years – sells for tens of thousands of pounds
A pristine first edition of the most valuable Harry Potter book ever published, kept in darkness, unread and in a protective sleeve for 25…
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Shabby Harry Potter first edition – bought for 50p and covered in doodles – stuns at auction
A battered and bruised Harry Potter first edition – bought for 50p and covered in doodles – has stunned at auction. The rare…
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Could your Sindy doll or treasured ted be an auction star? FREE valuations of dolls and teddies in Cheshire on March 11
Toys are in hot demand at auction and a dolls and teddies expert can tell you what your prized item is worth at a…
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Why booking an appointment is the best – and only – way to utilise Hansons’ services
Why we do business by appointment-only Hansons Auctioneers is open anytime by appointment only – and it’s quick and easy to book a…
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Shabby Harry Potter! Doodled rare first edition – bought for 50p – could STILL sell for thousands
A first edition of the rarest Harry Potter book ever published could sell for thousands of pounds despite being covered in children’s doodles –…
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Beatles album with rare butcher’s cover – withdrawn for bad taste – could fetch four-figure sum at auction
A 1966 ‘holy grail’ Beatles album bearing a cover withdrawn for being distasteful could make a four-figure sum at auction.The sleeve of Yesterday and…
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Rams’ legend Dave Mackay could bring ‘priceless’ Pride Park pedigree to your home thanks to one man’s kind gesture
A ‘priceless’ sculpture of Derby County legend Dave Mackay, a replica in all but size to one at Pride Park Stadium, is heading for…
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Could Charles Hanson make your event extra special – and help a good cause?
Charles Hanson welcomes invitations to community events, fetes and fairs – and could help raise funds for good causes along the way. Charles,…
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Roald Dahl’s ‘generous spirit’ uncovered by auction find – his prized school trophy gifted to a little boy
The kindness of renowned children’s author Roald Dhal has come to the fore thanks to the discovery of gifts bestowed on his former next-door…
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Rare religious Staffordshire Pottery figures – including Jesus with crown of thorns – come to auction in time for Easter
Rare Victorian Staffordshire Pottery amassed by an enthusiast who penned a book about his passion will come to auction in March. The Stephen…
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