Man-size Japanese vase found in bungalow sells for thousands at Hansons
A man-size antique Japanese vase – found in a Midlands bungalow – has sold for thousands of pounds. The Japanese cloisonne vase, which is…
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Why jade and amber can pave the way to an auction windfall
Jade, a green gemstone renowned for bringing good luck and good health, is proving fortuitous for its owners – particularly if they decide to…
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Strictly star’s ballet shoes – up for auction – show how tough dancing can be
Signed ballet shoes worn by former Strictly Come Dancing judge Dame Darcey Bussell are coming up for auction at Hansons. And when you see…
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Forgotten treasure from 1350 turns up in garage and could sell for £10,000
A medieval ring a metal detectorist had forgotten about after digging it up 40 years ago could sell for thousands at auction. The ring…
Read the storyGirl dubbed ‘biggest dunce in the school’ outshines everyone to win Olympic gold medal
The first ever Olympic gold swimming medal won by a British woman for an individual event in 1924 is expected to sell for thousands…
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‘Exceptionally rare’ Notts County FA Cup medal from 1894 could fetch £18,000 at auction
A gold medal from Notts County’s one and only FA Cup final victory 125 years ago has been discovered. The rare FA…
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Footballer’s tragic death from bug caught on pitch revealed by auction of century-old medal
A gold medal awarded to a Midlands footballer who lost his life a century ago after picking up a bug on the pitch is…
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Sign up for Hansonslive! Our new online bidding platform can save you money
Hansons Auctioneers has launched its own new online bidding system – Hansonslive – to allow people to bid from anywhere in the world and…
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Kate Bliss to do FREE jewellery valuations at new auction venue Bishton Hall
Jewellery expert Kate Bliss – a familiar face on TV’s Bargain Hunt – is coming to Hansons’ new Staffordshire Auction Showroom Bishton Hall to…
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Feel like a movie star! Dazzling emerald and sapphire rings could be yours
When it comes to emeralds, diamonds and sapphires there are few people who loved them more – or wore them better – than Elizabeth…
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The Beatles – in miniature – make a surprise appearance in Lichfield
Pop phenomenon The Beatles never played in Lichfield but have turned up – in miniature – at an antique valuation day in the city.
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Join us for FREE valuations at Bishton Hall – our new Country House Auction Showroom in Staffordshire
Georgian mansion Bishton Hall is set to host free antique valuations every week as a new chapter in the property’s history gets under way.
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Liverpool legend’s football treasures – including first contract from 1939 – up for auction
Liverpool football legend Ray Lambert’s lifelong collection of medals and memorabilia – including his first LFC contract from 1939 – are expected to sell…
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Cracking discovery – a dinosaur egg has been found in Derbyshire
A cracking find has been discovered in Derbyshire – a dinosaur egg. The fossilized egg, which is around 65 million years old, arrived at…
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Make Monday a gem! FREE jewellery valuations every Monday with Helen Smith
Thinking of selling some jewellery? Perhaps some pieces you’ve inherited or something you simply never wear anymore? Our head of jewellery and coloured gemstone…
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Harry Potter book bought at table top for £1 sells for more than £34,000
A Harry Potter first edition book – bought at a table top sale in Staffordshire for just £1 – has worked its magic to…
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TV’s Kate Bliss to do free jewellery valuations at Bishton Hall
Jewellery expert Kate Bliss – a familiar face on TV’s Bargain Hunt – is coming to Georgian mansion Bishton Hall to value items for…
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Watch oil painting restorer breathe life into old artwork at FREE event in Kenilworth
If you’re fascinated by the art of painting restoration you can see an expert in action in Kenilworth – and gain tips to put…
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Saved for posterity! Queen Victoria jubilee ball from Ashbourne Shrovetide 1897 is coming home
Two important Ashbourne Shrovetide footballs – including one dating back to 1897 – are staying in their hometown thanks to generous donations.
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Fashion accessory once treasured by a princess found in KENILWORTH
An ornate Victorian fan which belonged to a princess has been uncovered in Kenilworth. The fan was the property of Princess Mary Adelaide of…
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Medal given to man who saved Hitler’s life – paving way to WW2 – sells for world-record price
A medal awarded to a fanatical bodyguard who saved Hitler’s life by taking five bullets meant for the Nazi leader has sold for a…
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