Lichfield sparkles at Christmas with a little help from Charles Hanson
ichfield Cathedral’s Christmas Tree Festival is all the brighter thanks to a tree decorated and sponsored by Hansons Auctioneers. The firm, led by…
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French pottery to delight and every gadget man’s dream – why our December A&C Auction is so special
Looking for the unusual, quirky or collectable Christmas gift of your dreams? Then just call me Santa because I can help, writes Charles…
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Vintage Christmas for sale to aid homeless charity thanks to man who’s kept his parents’ tree for life
A man who’s treasured the humble family Christmas tree that’s been part of his life since he was born is finally parting company with…
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Mysterious centuries-old car boot sale find up for auction at Hansons London on December 15
A car boot sale bargain that’s believed to be centuries old and Islamic in origin is coming up for auction in London on December…
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Staffordshire find seals year of success for Jim Spencer – a man making waves in antiquarian books world
There is no-one more passionate about books than Jim Spencer – a man who has put Staffordshire on the map when it…
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Ancient history sells for thousands at Hansons’ Antiquities Auction
Here James Brenchley, head of Ancient Art, Antiquities & Classical Coins at Hansons Auctioneers, reflects on the success of November’s Antiquities Auction. Years of…
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Derby artist’s ships set to sail into Hansons unleashing tidal wave of talent
Art in all its forms comes through our doors at Hansons and inevitably I discover paintings I love. Take these wonderful seascapes of sailing…
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The gift that sparked a winter windfall – vintage car found in box of toys steers its way to success for charity
A vintage car found in a box of toys donated to a charity shop smashed its estimate to smithereens at auction to net St…
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Derbyshire car boot sale pot – used for toothbrushes – turns out to be 4,000-year-old ancient antiquity
A piece of pottery snapped up for a song at a Midlands car boot sale has turned out to be a…
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Back at Bishton! Diamond ‘of your dreams’ among treasures to buy at Christmas Fine Art Auction
A dazzling Art Deco diamond ring ‘to die for’ is among hundreds of antique treasures visitors can browse and buy amid the atmospheric splendour…
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Saved for posterity! Museum and car enthusiast pay thousands to own piece of British motoring history
Two model cars that play an important part in Britain’s motoring heritage have been bought for thousands of pounds at auction. A unique model…
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Ancient ring found by metal detectorist sells for THOUSANDS
An ancient gold ring buried in Oxfordshire for hundreds of years and hailed ‘the find of a lifetime’ by a metal detectorist has sold…
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Mysterious bell thought to be 1,500 years old was used as an ornament by gran
An ancient bell dug up on Gloucestershire farmland in the 1920s and used as an ornament ‘on gran’s dresser’ could sell for thousands of…
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4 fascinating historical lots in our Antiquities Auction
Here James Brenchley, head of Hansons’ Antiquities Department, picks out four star items coming up for sale in our November 26…
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Mickey Mouse 90th birthday surprise! Disney toy from 1930s found in Midlands loft
Antiques experts were stunned to discover a vintage Mickey Mouse toy that is nearly as old as the Disney character himself. Mickey Mouse made…
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Black Friday turns Sky Blue! Why Man City fans have to tune into this auction
Manchester City stars – past and present – dominate a collection of 40 football shirts issued to famous players which are coming up for…
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Football crazy? Rare chance to own shirts issued to stars like Messi and Tevez
Playing football with the skill of Lionel Messi – one of the greatest stars of all time – may be a distant dream but…
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Back to Bishton! Fine Art auction returns to Staffordshire mansion at Christmas
Atmospheric Staffordshire mansion Bishton Hall will host Hansons Auctioneers’ Christmas Fine Art Auction thanks to the success of a previous sale at the venue.
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We’re dreaming of an Art Deco Christmas – and you can too!
We’re dreaming of a dazzling Art Deco Christmas at Hansons thanks to a stunning array of jewellery discoveries from the period which demonstrate all…
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Best charity shop find ever? F1 legend Ralf Schumacher’s racing suit up for auction
Motorsport fans can bid for Formula One legend Ralf Schumacher’s racing suit thanks to a shock charity shop donation from a mystery donor. The…
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Century-old message to British troops ordering a ceasefire on November 11, 1918 discovered
A rare and timely reminder of the importance of honouring all those who gave their lives in war on November 11 has been unearthed.
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