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Collectables with Character: The Enduring Appeal of Ceramic Figurines

11th Nov 2025 by Franki Falkow

Discover the enduring appeal of character ceramics from renowned British potteries. From Beswick's charming Top Cat gang and complete Alice in Wonderland set to Coalport's delightful Paddington Bear collection, these affordable collectables blend nostalgia with craftsmanship. Explore the stories behind these cherished figurines and learn about upcoming auction opportunities to start or expand your collection.

18-carat gold Ulysse Nardin pocket watch

Stories in Time: Why Antiques Matter Beyond Their Material Worth

14th Oct 2025 by Franki Falkow

Every antique tells a story, and those stories are what truly give objects their value. This article explores how the items we auction are far more than beautiful things, they are bridges across time. Through the lens of a stunning pocket watch, we discover how one object can chronicle an extraordinary journey of connection across continents.

Hidden Messages in Victorian and Edwardian Jewellery: When Gems Spoke Louder Than Words

8th Oct 2025 by Franki Falkow

Whispered secrets in gemstones. Discover the fascinating world of Victorian and Edwardian jewellery where nothing was quite as it seemed. From rings that spelled out hidden declarations of love, to brooches that broadcast political defiance through carefully chosen colours, these exquisite pieces carried messages that only the initiated could read. Join us as we decode the secret language of Victorian jewellery, where every gemstone, symbol, and hidden compartment spoke volumes to those who knew how to listen.

Victorian silver spirit kettle and stand by Atkin Brothers

British Silver at Its Finest: From Tea Tables to Candlelight

30th Sep 2025 by Franki Falkow

Uncover the stories behind Victorian and Edwardian silver in our latest auction preview. From Christopher Dresser's revolutionary designs to the theatre of Victorian tea services, discover why these pieces continue to enchant collectors over a century later.

Muhammad Ali vs Henry Cooper Programme and tickets

Muhammad Ali vs Henry Cooper, 1966 – A Historic Night at Highbury

23rd Sep 2025 by Franki Falkow

Boxing history under the hammer: Leighton Hall Auctions presents rare memorabilia from the legendary 1966 Muhammad Ali vs Henry Cooper Heavyweight Championship at Highbury. Featuring four consecutive ticket stubs and the official fight programme, this exceptional lot captures a night when Ali defended his crown in London’s first heavyweight title fight for 58 years.

Women at War: Stories of Service, Sacrifice, and Strength

16th Sep 2025 by Franki Falkow

Behind every battlefront was a woman’s story of service. From nursing the wounded to flying aircraft and working the fields, women’s wartime roles were vital — yet their medals are far rarer today. In our upcoming 19–20 September sale, three remarkable collections bring these stories to life.

Sir Stanley Matthews - football cap and picture

Sir Stanley Matthews’ Final England Cap Offered at Auction in Staffordshire

9th Sep 2025 by Franki Falkow

This autumn, collectors of fine sporting memorabilia will have the opportunity to acquire a rare piece of football history when an England International Cap awarded to Sir Stanley Matthews comes under the hammer at Leighton Hall Auctions. The cap was presented to Matthews during the 1956–57 British Home Championship, the final season of his extraordinary England career and gifted to footballer and friend, Mick Cullerton. Find out more about this exciting upcoming lot.

Susie Cooper Pottery

13th May 2025 by Karyn Harvey

Susie Cooper was born in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, a region renowned for its pottery industry. She was the youngest of seven children. Susie developed an interest in drawing at an early age, and she began her art education at the Burslem School of Art, where she excelled in various forms of design, particularly ceramics.

Rare EMS Synthesizer Sells for £12,500 in Landmark Fine Antiques Auction

13th May 2025 by Toby Hall

A rare Putney VCS3 EMS Analogue Modular Synthesizer, made by Electronic Music Studios (London) Ltd, stole the spotlight when it sold for an astonishing £12,500, soaring well above its original estimate of £2000 to £3000.

An Antiques Roadshow Heads to Denstone

6th May 2025 by Toby Hall

We will be providing complimentary auction valuations for all fine jewellery, antiques and silver that you may be interested in selling through one of our specialist or monthly auctions.

Say Hello To Andy Goodwin

7th Feb 2025 by Toby Hall

Andy officially joined the Leighton Hall Auctions team in August 2023 as an auction valuer and porter though has helped with the valuations of Fine Art and Printed Materials since the auction house started in 2020.

Unlock the True Value of Your Jewellery at Auction with Leighton Hall Auctions

23rd Dec 2024 by Toby Hall

Jewellery holds unique allure, whether it’s a Victorian brooch steeped in history or a sleek, modern designer piece. Auctions are the perfect marketplace for unlocking their true value. Here’s why: