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Mouse band rescued from shed could play winning tune at auction
mouse-inspired toy from the 1930s – unearthed in Lichfield and found in a garden shed – is expected to soar to success at…
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Toy mystery: Boy’s Christmas present from 1930s was never played with
A ‘treasure trove’ of toys unearthed in the Midlands includes an unused Christmas present from the 1930s – still in its festive paper. A Meccano…
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Dazzled by Victorian diamonds and a pocket watch with astonishing football pedigree
A watch awash with football pedigree and stunning Victorian jewellery have just been discovered at our Derbyshire saleroom – and I’m feeling…
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Could LICHFIELD reveal next great literary find at free event in May?
An antiques expert who found one of the most important books in the world in a Staffordshire cupboard is heading to Lichfield to hunt down…
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Rams legend Roy McFarland’s England shirt set for auction glory
A 1970s England shirt worn by Derby County legend Roy McFarland is set to spark excitement among play-off-happy Rams fans when it goes under the…
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Notts County glory days! League Division Two winner’s gold medal could sell for thousands at auction
Notts County fans have the chance to buy a piece of history honouring their club’s glory days thanks to a discovery by a sporting magpie.
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Harold Wilson rules again: Former Labour PM’s private mementos deliver stunning auction results
Harold Wilson may no longer be with us but the former British Labour Prime Minister was back in charge as hundreds of buyers paid thousands…
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Golden haul of Wolves treasures just found – including FA Cup winner’s medal – could sell for £30,000
A golden haul of Wolverhampton Wanderers football treasures has been uncovered – including a 1949 FA Cup winner’s medal. And Alistair Lofley,…
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Tiny masterpieces spark auction frenzy! Stamp and bank note designs – found in wardrobe – fetch six-figure sum
Tiny masterpieces which had been languishing in a wardrobe for decades sold for a ‘phenomenal’ six-figure sum at auction on May 9.
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Militaria expert whose finds make worldwide headlines to host free event in Staffordshire
Adrian Stevenson, a militaria expert whose finds makes worldwide headlines, is heading to Staffordshire in a bid to make more discoveries. Mr Stevenson,…
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Why buttons and sticks as well as silver or diamonds could spark an auction windfall
The world of antiques fascinates people for many reasons, not least because they secretly hope they may have something gathering dust at home…
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Mini masterpieces! Stamp-size paintings found in wardrobe could sell for £150,000
One of the most unusual art collections ever discovered – hundreds of unique stamp designs hand-painted to scale – is expected to sell for a…
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Yearn for vintage style? 5 star buys for fashionistas in love with period drama
Fashionistas looking for something different can discover a wealth of period clothing, lace, unusual textiles and accessories at auction. Every month, Hansons Auctioneers Hosts a…
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Star Wars toy spaceship found in loft after nearly 40 years is so rare it could ‘skyrocket into orbit’ at auction
A Star Wars toy unearthed from a loft after nearly 40 years is one of the rarest examples ever found by a Derbyshire auction…
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Watch out! Designer time pieces tick all the boxes for collectors – even if they’ve been worn in the garden
Vintage designer watches are clocking up huge amounts at auction and demand is growing stronger every year, according to antiques experts. Jewellery and…
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Could you score a winner at auction? Football and books experts to do free valuations in Sutton Coldfield
A West Midlands football memorabilia find unleashed a golden auction moment for a sports valuer – who hopes to find more treasures in Sutton…
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May 10: The Harold and Mary Wilson Collection – The Life of a British Prime Minister
Personal mementos belonging to former British Labour Prime Minister Harold Wilson (Lord Wilson of Rievaulx) and Lady Wilson are coming up for auction. Hundreds…
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Why antique country collectables are in demand
A robust 19th century pinfire shotgun from Vienna is not something you would normally see in a workplace – but then life…
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Do you know your red spinel gemstones from your rubies?
If I mentioned red spinels would you know what they are? If you’re a royalist the answer may well be yes but many people…
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Discovery of sporting memorabilia worth thousands turns Wilmslow valuation day into a winner
Wilmslow is poised to put itself on the sporting memorabilia auction map after thousands of pounds worth of football-related treasures was unearthed in the area.
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Unique J K Rowling, Harry Potter-inspired autograph up for auction in star-studded collection of famous signatures
An autograph and drawing by Harry Potter author J K Rowling are among a giant collection of celebrity signatures sparking major interest ahead of their…
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