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The REAL Great Escape! ‘Gold dust’ Journal of RAF man who helped inmates escape German PoW camp discovered
A unique journal penned by a man who played his part in the true story that sparked blockbuster movie The Great…
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Is this the luckiest penny in the world? The coin that saved a soldier’s life 100 years ago
Private John Trickett looked death in the eye when an enemy bullet was aimed at his heart during the First World War – but a penny saved his life. Pt Trickett kept a penny made in 1889 in the…
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TWO George Formby ukuleles – one used in 1935 film favourite No Limit – to be sold on March 19
He was called George and he loved George Formby – so much so he bought seven ukuleles – including two used by the British comedy…
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Secret drawer reveals hidden treasure! Furniture valuer strikes GOLD in old bureau
A 14th century French gold coin potentially worth thousands has been found by chance in a secret furniture drawer – much to the delight of…
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Why Charles Hanson is keen to celebrate all that’s good about England on St George’s Day
I’m a proud Englishman and, thanks to the historical items we regularly uncover at Hansons, I’m constantly reminded of the people and places that…
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Why iconic objects made in the 20th century – possibly sitting on your sideboard – could spark a bidding war
Right now, there may be an object in your home that could spark frantic bidding in a 20th Century Design Auction. It’s a…
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Want to see Charles Hanson auctioneering? Here’s when he’ll be on the rostrum
Would you love to see charismatic auctioneer Charles Hanson leading a live sale, gavel in hand? Well you can. Charles, owner of Hansons Auctioneers, regularly…
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Mysterious, century-old Ashbourne Shrovetide ball found – and it’s heading to a Rams game
Derby County will receive a dose of Steve Bloomer magic tonight (March 5) when a newly discovered century-old Ashbourne Shrovetide football – honouring the DCFC…
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Work at Darwin’s desk – classic Darwin family desk set to be auctioned at Hansons
A unique opportunity to buy a desk and metamorphic chair which have passed through generations of the famous Darwin family – renowned for their enlightened…
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Key from the Tower of London unlocks success at Hansons auction
Here, Chris Kirkham, associate director of Hansons London, highlights star lots in Hansons London’s February 11 auction. Hansons London excited bidders with…
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Golden opportunity! Why now’s a good time to sell gold and diamonds
Gold prices are soaring round the world – and that means any golden gems you have gathering dust at home could deliver a…
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Charles Hanson to do FREE valuations in NOTTINGHAMSHIRE on February 28
TV antiques expert Charles Hanson is heading to Nottinghamshire to uncover treasures at a free antiques valuation event. Charles, a familiar face on Bargain Hunt…
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Fasten-ated by buttons! One woman’s extraordinary collection of 12,000 buttons up for auction
Thousands of ‘exquisite’ antique buttons made from everything from gold and silver to nuts are expected to spark interest from collectors across the world. The…
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Derby County legend’s football shirt smashes estimate at auction
The romance of Derby County’s 1970s glory years sent bids sky-rocketing when a shirt worn by Rams legend Alan Hinton went up for auction. The…
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Bagged for the Baggies! West Brom fan buys FA Cup winner’s medal to benefit the club he loves
A lifelong West Bromwich Albion supporter took part in his ‘first and only auction’ and paid thousands of pounds to ensure a 1954 FA Cup…
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Why a Derby man spent 20 years collecting HUNDREDS of versions of the same book
If you love fishing you may own a copy of The Complete (or Compleat) Angler which boasts a rich Derbyshire connection. But do…
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‘One of world’s richest lace-making archives’ – dating back to 1800s – unearthed from Nottinghamshire loft
Costume museums around the world can bid for a rich historical archive encapsulating Europe’s lacemaking history – found in a Nottinghamshire loft. The ancient…
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Football shirts worn by three legends of the game – including ‘Gladys’ and Pele – up for auction THIS WEEK
Football shirts worn by three legends of the game are coming up for auction on Thursday (Feb 21) – and they’re sparking major…
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Reach for the stars! Antique telescope sells for 54 times its estimate
Bids sky-rocketed into another galaxy when an elegant 19th century brass telescope came up for auction at Hansons Auctioneers. The telescope, tripod stand and lenses…
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Egyptian antiquities auction soars to success with every lot sold in ‘white glove sale’
Egyptian antiquities proved irresistible to buyers with a unique private collection making in excess of £50,000 at auction. Every one of the 228…
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Derby County legend Alan Hinton’s shirt could fetch thousands at auction
A football shirt worn by a Derby County legend in the season when the Rams won their first ever Football League Championship has been unearthed.
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