The Alfred Jewel is a masterpiece of goldsmith work, with an inscription in old English ‘Alfred ordered me to be made’, connecting the jewel with King Alfred the Great (871-899). Making it amongst the most significant of royal relics. The…
As part of the regular Focus on Five series, Auctioneer Paul Keen takes a look at the upcoming art sale in Plymouth next week. “There is a real mix to this auction with a contrast of affordable contemporary and local…
Press Release It’s great to hear that at last the Plymouth Colour Collective are holding an art exhibition in Plymouth. After two cancellations it is finally going ahead at the Ocean Studios at the Royal William Yard between 1st and…
An estate collection of some 100 lots of jewellery is currently being catalogued for a special evening sale on the 8th September. The single-owner collection includes a brace of diamond and precious stone set bracelets, rings, brooches and necklaces, which…
With over 250 lots of fine jewellery and watches, we were not surprised to see so many bidders and achieve such great prices at our Summer Jewellery & Watches Auction. Here are some of our favourite picks from this fantastic…
Press Release This month’s art auction at Plymouth Auction Rooms will feature a collection of paintings from an estate of a lady in Saltash who had spent many years collecting paintings by artists connected with Cornwall. The haul of some…
Press Release “We are valuing an incredible amount of fascinating collectors’ items, works of art, antiques and jewellery from homes across Devon & Cornwall” enthuse the team at Plymouth Auction Rooms. Many collections have now been catalogued ready for auction…
Two rare Rolex Submariner wristwatches dating from the late 1950’s are to be sold in Plymouth at the start of May. They were both given to Stanley Sayer by Rolex and have been in the family since. Stanley Sayer was…
10th May 2021, 10am to 3pm Over the last few years, the demand for collectable watches has really taken off. Auctioneer Paul Keen says “we have seen a real uplift in new collectors and investors across the UK and overseas…
Viewings for our upcoming auctions on the 21st April, Antiques & Collectables and Toys & Models, will be by appointment. Please call 01752 254740, or email to book your viewing time. For Valuation appointments, please get in touch to arrange…
Its Monday morning and my day starts early by processing a high number of virtual valuations. I work my way through collections of watches, silverware, model railway, antique jewellery and many paintings, all sent in from owners not only in…
Never before seen artwork by two of Plymouth’ major artists are due to come up for auction in Plymouth next month. The work of Beryl Cook (1926-2008) is much loved and instantly recognisable. She drew inspiration from the many characters…
