Bargain Hunt: The Spotter's Guide to Antiques

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TV presenter Natasha Raskin Sharp introduced auctioneer Charles Hanson, who explained the signs people should look out for in old book copies. The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Registered office address: Unit 34 Vulcan House Business Centre, Vulcan Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 3EF.

Bargain Hunt regular and auctioneer Charles Hanson knew that they were onto a winner with the super rare first edition hardback, which features a number of mistakes.A Bargain Hunt is more than just a quest for cash, though - from traveller's trunks and tea caddies to walking canes, coins and quirky costumes, each of the items chosen has their own story to tell, forming a small part of our collective social history. Incredibly, this comfort-watching series has been running since 2000, when it first aired on BBC One with “cheap as chips” catchphrase inventor and perma-tanned presenter, David Dickinson, at the helm. With a foreword from Natasha Raskin Sharp, as well as tips, advice, and stories throughout from each of the show’s experts (including ‘league tables’ of best and worst finds), this is the essential companion to all your future Bargain Hunts! A Bargain Hunt is more than just a quest for cash, though - from traveler's trunks and tea caddies to walking canes, coins and quirky costumes, each of the items chosen has their own story to tell, forming a small part of our collective social history. I do think Bargain Hunt has gathered more fans during lockdown, with many more people spending time at home than ever before.

From makers’ marks and tell-tale historical styles to details in foils and finials, this will be your one-stop guide to making good choices on your own bargain hunt – while also delving into the fascinating stories behind many of our favourite antiques.I don’t really know too much about the TV show which, thankfully, doesn’t really matter when it comes to this book as it is chock full of really useful tips on how to spot antiques across a broad selection of areas. Charles Hanson explained the signs people should look out for if they have an old copy of the book, to see they themselves could be sitting on thousands. Honestly, it’s breath-taking to watch how they talk so knowledgeably about an item picked randomly from a stall”. He described how potential owners of the edition of the book should look for "tell tale" signs to confirm it is an original. Read more about the condition Very Good: A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition.

The first official book from the BBC series Bargain Hunt, providing tips, advice and anecdotes from the show's experts, to help you spot those diamonds in the rough. In our house the purchases are always followed by a lively debate about whether too much has been paid, potentially followed by speculation that just such an item resides at the back of the loft,” says Farrington.It had been picked up at a jumble sale by an office worker for 25p, and sat on their shelf for two decades before they decided to have it valued. Whether you're looking for some textbooks for university, the latest biography or a travel guide - you'll find what you need in our categories. Natasha asked the question on all viewers' minds: "Tell me, if you can, does she remember what she paid for it? Natasha finished the segment by reminding viewers to "check out page 53" if they have an original copy at home. I found brass tins once used for cigarettes (the brand was Standard) that today are perfectly suited to two packs of playing cards.