Located in the heart of Derbyshire, Hansons Derbyshire Saleroom in Etwall is not only the headquarters of our operations but also the vibrant auction house for a wide range of specialist auctions. This is where we host an exciting array of sales, from collectibles and antiques to Toys, Militaria, Coins, and much much more.
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Situated within beautiful landscaped gardens in Staffordshire, Bishton Hall, a grade II listed Georgian mansion, creates the period setting to assess and showcase antiques.
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Hansons Richmond builds on the success of monthly London Fine Art & Antiques sales led by a dedicated team since 2018. Situated in a highly regarded area of the capital, it offers a complete range of auction services.
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Welcome to Hanson's Newark, where we honour the timeless tradition of the classic auction experience. Formerly known as Northgate Auction Rooms, we continue to uphold the old-school values of live, in-person bidding, bringing the excitement and authenticity of traditional auctions to the heart of Newark.
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Nestled in West Cornwall, Hansons Auctioneers in Penzance offers a warm and welcoming environment for buyers, sellers, and collectors alike. As part of the renowned Hansons Auctioneers network, our Penzance saleroom provides a unique and personalised auction experience.
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Hansons’ Kent is located close to the market town of Tonbridge in the picturesque village of Penshurst on the Kent/Sussex border. Situated in the beautiful grounds of the Penshurst Estate, we are ideally located to welcome you for valuations and sale days.
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Hanson Holloway’s operates from the longest-established saleroom in the historic market town of Banbury. As well as Oxfordshire, it serves the neighbouring counties of Buckinghamshire, Warwickshire and Northamptonshire.
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Hanson's Hertfordshire is based in Royston and operates jewellery, fine art & collectables auctions and valuations throughout Hertfordshire and surrounding areas, including Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and North London.
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Based in Woburn and Aspley Guise we hold jewellery, silver, fine collectable auctions from the Woburn Hotel. Valuations throughout Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire.
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Hansons Norfolk is based in Roughton, North Norfolk. Just 5 miles from the seaside town of Cromer, Hansons Norfolk holds jewellery, silver, fine art and collectables auctions and valuation days as well as free home visits for larger collections.
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Hansons Auctioneers is pleased to work with Rare Book Auctions in Lichfield, managed by Jim Spencer. Rare Book Auctions hold dedicated monthly sales of antiquarian books, modern firsts, manuscripts, autograph letters, photographs, ephemera, prints & caricatures, and maps & globes.
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Charles Hanson examines the return of the Fire Horse in 2026, the dark superstitions surrounding it, and the remarkable Chinese treasures - often hidden in plain sight - now commanding huge prices at auction.
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Antique jewellery is no longer a niche interest reserved for collectors and specialists. From the pages of the style magazines to vintage fairs, historic pieces are enjoying an unprecedented revival.
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Silver prices have surged to record levels, making even modest household silver surprisingly valuable. With melt values at historic highs, many owners are asking whether now is the time to sell or hold.
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In the 1970s, losing your marbles was a playground disaster, not a financial one. This week in Derby, however, a collection of 33 Victorian marbles could fetch up to £5,000 at auction – a remarkable £150 per marble.
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You wait years for one Sooty puppet to appear – then two arrive at once, each representing a different era of more than 75 years of British TV nostalgia.
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The 1847 “gothic crown” — often called the most beautiful coin ever struck — captures the renewed excitement around coin collecting. A rare example will be offered at auction this February, estimated at £2,000–£3,000.
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From pop culture to major anniversaries, what’s happening now shapes what sells in the saleroom. In this column, I share my predictions for 2026 and the objects set to capture collectors’ attention in the year ahead.
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There is nothing quite like the thrill of the auction room. With bids flying in from around the world, estimates can be blown away when history and competition collide. This column shares some of the most remarkable surprises from the saleroom this year and the stories behind them.
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With silver prices at record highs, now is the perfect time to uncover hidden value at home. From silverware to decorative ceramics, Hansons is seeing strong auction results — with classic collectibles set to shine into 2026.
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Two Manchester icons come together at Hansons Auctioneers’ upcoming sale when a signed pair of Ricky Hatton’s shorts given to his close friend Liam Gallagher go under the hammer.
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Charles Hanson uncovers the legacy of Sylvia Peters, the woman behind the Queen’s first televised Christmas speech, with an archive that offers a fascinating glimpse into a defining moment in royal broadcasting history.
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Nostalgia is pushing up prices for childhood classics like Meccano, Sindy and Action Man, with collectors paying strong sums for the toys of Christmas past.
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A 16th-century ring found near Robert Catesby’s birthplace may offer a rare link to the Midlands roots of the Gunpowder Plot, writes Charles Hanson. Its mysterious inscription adds intrigue as it heads to auction this week.
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Global bidders drove Arthur Askey’s personal archive past £57,000 at Hansons, with highlights including his Cartier gold cigarette case (£11,000) and a Paul McCartney telegram (£800). Consigned by his grandchildren, the sale reflects the lasting love for the British comedy icon.
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A beautifully hand-stitched cloche hat once worn by theatre icon Ellen Terry is set to star in Hansons’ Etwall sale on November 20. A rare piece of fashion history, it now heads to auction after decades in a private collection.
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Arthur Askey may not be a household name today, but his wit helped shape British comedy. As his personal archive heads to auction, Charles Hanson reflects on the enduring charm of the 5ft 2in funnyman who inspired generations.
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A rare 1634 volume, The Mysteryes of Nature and Art by John Bate, reveals the first English instructions for making fireworks - from rockets to “flying dragons.” The book, set to be auctioned in Lichfield, offers a fascinating glimpse into 17th-century science, spectacle, and Bonfire Night’s explosive origins.
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With Pokémon’s 30th anniversary approaching, vintage cards are fetching thousands. Charles Hanson urges fans to value their old collections ahead of a special sale next February.
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As nostalgia for the wizarding world grows, rare Harry Potter editions are fetching huge sums. Charles Hanson and expert Jim Spencer reveal how to tell if your old copy is worth a fortune.
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Funny man Arthur Askey’s lifetime of showbiz memorabilia and personal treasures are set for auction – revealing the popularity and legacy of the “grandfather” British comedy.
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A 50-year collection of vintage prams, including the royal favourite Silver Cross, will be auctioned at Hansons on September 28. Highlights include an ornate 1878 model, a 1930s French Art Deco design, and a Millson Prince like those used by King Charles III and Princess Charlotte. Valued at £10,000, the sale features museum-quality craftsmanship from Britain’s finest makers.
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