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Harry Corbett’s gift to tot – who hit him with hammer – up for auction
Harry Corbett gave Sooty and Sweep glove puppets to a little girl in the 1950s – even though she hit him over the…
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Queen Victoria’s boots, stockings and clothing found in wardrobe after more than 100 years
Queen Victoria’s skirt and bodice, bloomers, stockings and leather boots – almost a complete royal outfit – have been unearthed from a wardrobe after more than 100 years. The remarkable array of clothing, treasured for generations by the same family, belongs to…
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Original Thunderbirds and Stingray spacecraft designs from 1960s TV shows found in loft
Original sketches of Thunderbirds and Stingray spacecrafts made for the 1960s children’s TV shows have been unearthed from a loft after more than 50 years.
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For the love of Derby: One man’s passion sparks giant antique tea party – and 4,000-strong collection
Home is where the heart is for a former Derby man who’s collected thousands of antique tea cups and saucers to remind him…
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Tune into the ultimate gift for an EastEnders fan in our January auction
Love EastEnders – and its theme tune? If the answer’s yes, an item in our January 16-22 Antiques and Collectors sale could be your dream…
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Antique experts team up for new live show in January – and the fun comes FREE
Two of Britain’s best-loved antiques experts are joining forces to create their own unique show to showcase their passion – and the audience can…
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On the hunt for finds to make the new roaring 20s extra special
A new version of the roaring 20s is under way at Hansons inspired by the impact of a decade that made its mark in history…
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The magic of Moorcroft delivers early taste of spring
Bold and beautiful Moorcroft pottery makes an appearance in our auctions every month but right now a truly exceptional – and substantial – single-owner collection…
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Hot lots in the world of fine jewellery and watches – anything like this at home?
Here, Hansons’ head of jewellery Helen Smith highlights the star lots in Hansons’ December Fine Jewellery and Watches Auction. Hansons’ Christmas Fine Art Jewellery and…
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6p Christmas tree from 1937 – found in loft – finds new home in time for festivities
A humble Christmas tree – bought for 6p at Woolworths in 1937 – is heading to a new home in time for the festive season…
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Mystery of boy’s unopened Christmas present from 1930s melts hearts
The discovery of a boy’s unopened Christmas present from the 1930s has touched the hearts of people across the nation. A ‘treasure trove’ of…
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Classic car from 1938 steals the show at Bishton Hall Fine Art Auction
Here, Adrian Rathbone, associate director at Hansons Auctioneers, reviews the Christmas Country House Fine Art, Wine & Library Auction held at Bishton Hall, Staffordshire, on…
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Modest 6p Christmas tree from 1937 – in loft for decades – could sell for hundreds
As families across the nation deck the halls in exuberant style, a 1937 Christmas tree – unearthed from a loft after 24 years…
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Unopened Christmas present from the 1930s touched so many hearts
Toys take centre stage right now as children across the nation are filled with ever-growing excitement about what might be in their Christmas stocking, writes…
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Discovery of Chinese bowls paves way for New Year delight
We’re ending the year on a Chinese high thanks to the discovery of a set of eight porcelain bowls dating back to the 1700s. They…
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Treasured doll and teddy – little girl’s Christmas gifts in 1920s – in need of new home
A battered teddy and doll with a wobbly tongue – given as festive gifts to a little girl in the 1920s – are in need…
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Cigar ‘with Winston Churchill DNA’ sells for thousands on election day
A former British prime minister’s cigar has sparked a bidding battle at auction on election day. (Dec 12) A part-smoked cigar…
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Secret Victorian brothel guide – hidden in special wallet – sells for 13 times estimate
A Victorian man’s pocket guide to London’s prostitutes – disguised as a wallet – has smashed its estimate at auction. The Man of Pleasure’s Illustrated…
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1p Harry Potter Book – signed by J K Rowling – sells for thousands
A Harry Potter book bought for just one penny online has sold for thousands at auction – thanks to author J K…
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Dazzling Christmas gifts that will truly amaze
If you’re looking for something extraordinary to buy someone for Christmas a colourful collection of semi-precious stones, minerals and rocks will be sold…
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WW1 pilot’s ultra-rare flying log book and military records found in barn
Surprising finds come in all year round – even just before Christmas, writes Charles Hanson. Right now, our militaria expert Adrian Stevenson is cataloguing a…
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