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18/02/2025    

Medals Awarded to Distinguished Servicemen Set for Next Militaria Auction

Two groups of medals awarded to distinguished British serviceman have been consigned to an auction in Shrewsbury next week by their Shropshire descendants.

 
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07/02/2025    

From Trenches to Treasures: A Glimpse into History

As history continues to captivate us, there’s something undeniably powerful about holding a tangible piece of the past. This February, we invite you to discover some truly remarkable items at our upcoming Militaria, Maritime, and Naval Auction. Featuring treasures that span centuries, these items come from both the battlefields of the Great War and closer to home. The auction, scheduled for February 26, 2025, will showcase rare finds, all with extraordinary histories to tell.

07/02/2025    

What was the Kit-Kat Club?

An interesting 18th century glass decanter or carafe from one of the earliest and most influential London gentlemen's dining clubs is likely to attract attention in our next auction.

06/01/2025    

Behind the Scenes at a Modern Art Auction

When imagining an auction, one might picture an auctioneer on the rostrum, gavel in hand, energetically taking bids from eager collectors vying in the saleroom to secure their desired art piece. However, an auction is far more than a live event—it’s the culmination of months of meticulous planning and research by specialists before any artwork is presented for sale by a reputable auction house.

10/12/2024    

Saturday Valuation Events in Shrewsbury

After the success of our Saturday valuation event in September, we are excited to announce some more dates planned for you to meet our specialists on a weekend!

06/12/2024    

Chanel designer bag sells for £3,700 at Christmas auction in Shropshire

A Chanel Classic bag was the star of the first day of Halls Fine Arts’ two-day bumper Christmas auction in Shrewsbury this week.

 

03/12/2024    

Chinese objects discovered in Mid Wales star at Asian Art auction

Four Chinese objects belonging to Mid Wales vendors were among the star performers at our recent Asian Art Auction.

02/12/2024    

London collector’s Caughley porcelain comes home to Shropshire to be sold

A quality collection of Caughley porcelain owned by a London collector is coming home to Shropshire to be sold at auction this week.

29/11/2024    

Halls Christmas Gift Guide

If you are looking for a unique and meaningful Christmas gift this year be sure to take a look at our Christmas Auction catalogue.

28/11/2024    

£3,330 Japanese cloisonne box and cover stars at Asian Art auction

A beautiful Japanese cloisonne box and cover was the star of Halls Fine Art’s Asian Art auction this month, as it sold above estimate for £3,330.

26/11/2024    

British Secret Agent’s ‘Striptease’ Suit Expected to Make up to £3,000

A camouflaged suit made for a British secret agent to be parachuted behind enemy lines in Europe during the Second World War is expected to make up to £3,000 at a Shropshire auction early in the new year.

19/11/2024    

Rare Bronze Figure of Chinese Goddess Expected to Star This Week

A rare Chinese silver-inlaid, bronze figure of Guanyin, goddess of mercy and compassion, is expected to sell for up to £5,000 at our next Asian Art auction this Wednesday (20th November).