Residents are being invited to discover the value of their family heirlooms at a free antiques valuation event in Scarborough hosted by television auctioneer Charles Hanson's team.
Family heirlooms and forgotten attic finds could deliver some frighteningly big returns in Scarborough on the eve of Halloween.
A free antiques valuation event will take place at Saint Catherine’s Hospice on Friday the 30th of October, giving local residents the chance to discover the true financial value of their household treasures.
Experts from the team of television auctioneer Charles Hanson will be stationed in the educational area of the hospice between 2pm and 4pm. Visitors are being encouraged to bring along a wide variety of items to be assessed, including gold and silver, jewellery, watches, textiles, antiques, and other collectables.
The auctioneer, who is a familiar face to many as the star of television programmes such as Bargain Hunt and Flog It!, explained his ongoing passion for uncovering hidden gems.
Charles Hanson said:
"I always say every house has one great treasure squirreled away, and nothing gives me more pleasure than helping people discover what they have."
The valuation team will provide detailed estimates, explain any potential costs, and discuss expected sale prices for items that are deemed suitable to go under the hammer. Visitors will also have the convenient option to consign their items for sale on the day, and no prior appointments are necessary for those wishing to attend the afternoon session.
The Scarborough event comes as the auctioneer, who currently heads a large network of twelve auction houses across the United Kingdom, expands his operations into North Yorkshire. A brand new auction house is scheduled to open its doors in Harrogate later this year.
He is also currently the host of a new television series, Secrets of the Auction House, which follows him and his team of experts as they track down and uncover forgotten antiques.
The potential for massive financial windfalls from everyday objects is very real. During a previous valuation event held in Birmingham, a seemingly ordinary blue-and-white Chinese ceramic, affectionately known to the family as Aunt Beryl’s vase, was brought in for assessment. The item went on to sell for a staggering eight hundred thousand pounds.
Highlighting the potential of the region for similar discoveries, Charles Hanson said:
"North Yorkshire is rich in history and heritage, making it a treasure trove for antiques. But we’re not just looking for local antiques – sometimes the most valuable finds are the things people least expect."
Staff at the Scarborough hospice are preparing for a busy afternoon as locals gather to see if their own items hold significant value.
Susan Stephenson, fundraising operations coordinator at Saint Catherine’s, said:
"We are thrilled to be hosting a valuation event and looking forward to welcoming everyone on Friday 30th October.
We know the session will be very popular with lots of visitors looking forward to meeting Charles Hanson and the team – and benefitting from their expertise."
Anyone wishing to have their items assessed by the television auctioneer's team can simply call in during the two-hour window to meet the valuation experts and discover what their items might be worth.
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