Value Guides & Worth Guides

A Guide to Clarice Cliff Pottery Markings

Clarice Cliff’s pottery is renowned for its spectacular colour and abstract style, it is now sought after worldwide! Clarice Cliff is one of the most significant and noteworthy ceramic artists of the 20th century. Her work has helped to shape Art Deco ceramic design and influenced style and design around the world. In recent years Clarice …

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A Guide to Shelley Pottery Markings

Shelley pottery is one of the most collectible names in British fine bone china, especially known for its elegant tea ware and Art Deco designs. Collectors are often interested in: Shelley china patterns by numberIs Shelley china valuable?Shelley pottery marks identification This expert guide explains how to identify Shelley backstamps, date your pieces, and understand …

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Wade Pottery Marks & Value Guide (Wade Whimsies, Figurines & Backstamps)

Wade pottery is one of the most widely collected ceramics brands in the UK and worldwide. From miniature Wade Whimsies to rare figurines and Gluggle jugs, collectors often ask: Are Wade Whimsies worth anything?How do I identify Wade pottery marks?Which Wade figurines are rare? This expert guide explains how to identify Wade backstamps, date your …

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Are All Rolex Watches Valuable?

We sell many different types of Rolex watch at auction at Potteries Auctions with some Rolex models commanding huge prices at auction, and others much more modest sums. Pictured here is a Rolex Tudor Royal 9ct gold ladies’ watch and bracelet auctioned in December 2019. It would be safe to say that investing in a …

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Getting Well Stuffed – Taxidermy Trends At Auction

Early 20th Century Taxidermy model of a pair of Tawney Owls – In wooden case with glass. 47cm high x 59cm long x 23cm deep. This lot fetched £95 at auction. Our ‘Words of Wisdom’ today are from local antiques auctioneers Louis Taylors who are going to touch on Taxidermy in the world of antiques. …

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Diamonds Are Forever, sold in our first Fine Art Sale of 2018

‘A Diamond is Forever’ and Diamonds are a ‘girl’s’ best friend!  Ladies, don’t miss out on the opportunity to own one of these gorgeous pieces.  They will be up for sale in the first Antiques, Rare Pottery & Fine Art Auction to be held on Saturday, March 10th, 2018.  Spectacular 4.5 carat single stone diamond …

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